1. a body of coherent matter, usu. of indefinite shape: a mass of dough. 2. a collection of incoherent particles, parts, or objects regarded as forming one body: a mass of sand. 3. aggregate; whole: People, in the mass, mean well. 4. a considerable number or quantity: a mass of errors. 5. bulk; massiveness: towers of great mass and strength.
The duration is counted from the date of the first entry into the Schengen-Area. A Schengen-Visa with the validi ty of one year or more and a registered duration of stay of 90 days permits you, however, to stay in the Schengen-Area for a maximum period of 90 days per half-year (in Germany or other Schengen-Countries).or example: A person has a Schengen-Visa that is valid from 1 January 2013, until 31 December 2013, i.e. for one year. On 18 October 2013, this person (i.e. the visa holder) is in the Schengen-Area.
FAQ. Single/Multiple Entry Short Stay Schengen Visa. A short stay Schengen visa entitles the holder to visit the Schengen countries for tourism, visiting friends/family, business etc., up to 90 days within a 180 day period from the date of first entry. multiple entry visa is not issued at all the embassies/consulates. If the validity of the visa is over while visiting the Schengen territory, the person can no longer stay in the Schengen territory even if the person has not stayed for 90 days.