1.
period of stay; length of stay; duration of visit
The amount of time one stays in a particular place, often used in the context of travel, immigration, or hotel stays.
A compound of 滞在 (stay, sojourn) + 期間 (period, duration). Commonly used in travel, immigration, and accommodation contexts.
Common collocations
- 滞在期間を延長する: to extend the period of stay
- 滞在期間が過ぎる: for the stay period to expire
- 滞在期間を超える: to exceed the allowed stay period
- 最長滞在期間: maximum period of stay
Usage
Frequently encountered in visa applications, hotel booking forms, and immigration-related documents. Also used informally when discussing travel plans.
Related words
- 滞在: stay, sojourn — the act of staying itself
- 在留期間: period of residence — used specifically for immigration/visa contexts in Japan