Overstaying: meaning, definitions and examples

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overstaying

 

[ ˈoʊvərsteɪɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

duration of stay

Overstaying refers to remaining in a place longer than permitted or allowed. This term is often used in the context of visas and travel, where individuals stay beyond their authorized time. Overstaying can have legal implications, including fines, deportation, or restrictions on future travel. It is important for travelers to be aware of their visa conditions to avoid overstaying.

Synonyms

exceeding, prolonging, tarrying.

Examples of usage

  • She faced penalties for overstaying her visa.
  • Visitors should always check their allowed duration to avoid overstaying.
  • Overstaying can lead to complications when applying for future travel permits.

Translations

Translations of the word "overstaying" in other languages:

🇵🇹 permanecer além do tempo permitido

🇮🇳 अधिक समय तक रहना

🇩🇪 überziehen

🇮🇩 melebihi batas waktu tinggal

🇺🇦 перевищення терміну перебування

🇵🇱 przedłużenie pobytu

🇯🇵 オーバーステイ

🇫🇷 dépasser la durée de séjour

🇪🇸 exceder el tiempo de estancia

🇹🇷 izin verilen süreyi aşmak

🇰🇷 체류 기간 초과

🇸🇦 تجاوز فترة الإقامة

🇨🇿 překročení doby pobytu

🇸🇰 prekročenie doby pobytu

🇨🇳 逗留超时

🇸🇮 preteči čas bivanja

🇮🇸 yfirstíga dvalartíma

🇰🇿 уақытты асыра пайдалану

🇬🇪 დროის გადაცდენა

🇦🇿 müddəti aşmaq

🇲🇽 exceder el tiempo de estancia

Etymology

The term 'overstaying' is derived from the prefix 'over-', meaning 'beyond' or 'excessive', combined with the word 'stay', which originates from Old English 'stēgian', meaning 'to remain or continue in place'. The usage of 'overstay' became more common in the 20th century as international travel increased and legal frameworks regarding travel visas became more established. The implications of overstaying became more significant with the rise of immigration laws and border control policies, emphasizing the importance of adhering to specified regulations regarding duration of stay in foreign countries.