Originally Posted by
holtju2
Brazilian friend of mine was able to extend his three month stay by an additional month in Germany. Brazilian's do not need a Visa to Schengen so it might be a different case.
The extension would have been under German rather than Schengen rules
In general if you want to stay a long time in Europe you have to get a visa for a specific country whic will be issued by that country - then you will normally be allowed to travel throughout Europe (or Schengen / EU / EEA) without having to get another visa