How it works

Use work visa entry and exit planning to translate planning entry and exit dates into a repeatable plan. We summarize the rule set, run an example, and explain how to share the result.

work visa entry and exit planning helps you keep planning entry and exit dates organized by clarifying entry/exit counting rules, stay limits, and overstay risk. Use it to align timelines and avoid last-minute surprises.

Record the final result with the inputs and counting method to keep audits or reviews consistent.

Most Visa timelines follow three steps: identify the trigger, apply the counting rule, and validate the output against a calendar.

  1. Confirm the official start date and end date for your scenario.
  2. Select the counting rule that matches entry/exit counting rules, stay limits, and overstay risk.
  3. Run the calculator and review the breakdown.
  4. Save the result with the inputs and assumptions for reuse.

Examples

  • Example policy check: plug in April 1, 2025 and July 18, 2025, then note which days are excluded based on entry/exit counting rules, stay limits, and overstay risk.
  • Example verification: compare the calculator output for April 1, 2025 to July 18, 2025 with a manual count for confidence.

Why it matters

Why this matters: tracking entry and exit dates supports accurate reporting if authorities request proof.

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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