How it works
family visit entry and exit planning keeps planning entry and exit dates accurate by making the counting rules explicit, including entry/exit counting rules, stay limits, and overstay risk.
family visit entry and exit planning was built to make planning entry and exit dates easier to explain. It combines the calculator with guidance on inputs, assumptions, and documentation.
Most Visa timelines follow three steps: identify the trigger, apply the counting rule, and validate the output against a calendar.
When planning entry and exit dates affects deadlines, document whether you are using inclusive counting, exclusive counting, or working-day adjustments.
- Confirm the official start date and end date for your scenario.
- Select the counting rule that matches entry/exit counting rules, stay limits, and overstay risk.
- Run the calculator and review the breakdown.
- Save the result with the inputs and assumptions for reuse.
Examples
- Example summary: October 12, 2026 → January 9, 2027 gives a range you can cite in notes, emails, or status reports.
- Example audit: use October 12, 2026 as the trigger date and January 9, 2027 as the target date to confirm inclusive counting.
- Example planning note: if October 12, 2026 is the start, confirm how entry/exit counting rules, stay limits, and overstay risk affects the end date on January 9, 2027.
Why it matters
Why this matters: travel plans can change quickly; a documented timeline keeps you within permitted windows.
Informational only, not professional advice.
FAQs
How do I calculate planning entry and exit dates dates accurately?
Start with the confirmed start date, choose the right counting method, and validate the result against a calendar.
Should I count weekends for planning entry and exit dates?
That depends on the rules for your scenario. For business timelines, compare calendar days and working days.
What if the dates change after I calculate?
Re-run the calculator with the updated dates and document the new result for your records.
Can I share this calculation with my team?
Yes. Save the dates, result, and rule set so others can reproduce the calculation.
How can I plan for buffers or delays?
Add a buffer of a few days or weeks after the result to account for approvals or unexpected delays.
Why do results differ between tools?
Different tools may count start or end days differently. Always check the assumptions in the tool.
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