EESC Urges EU Council to Approve Full Schengen Membership for Bulgaria and Romania
Bulgaria Faces Over €90 Million Annual Loss from Remaining Outside Full Schengen Membership
Despite being Schengen members since March 31, 2024, Bulgaria and Romania still face land border controls, as they were granted partial membership limited to air and sea borders. This situation is causing significant financial and operational losses for both countries, particularly in Bulgaria’s transport sector.
Financial Impact on Bulgaria
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Transport Delays:
- Bulgaria incurs an annual loss of €90 million due to border control delays.
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Road Transport Sector Revenue Loss:
- The road transport industry in Bulgaria suffers losses amounting to €2.32 billion annually.
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Overall Financial Loss:
- According to the Economic Research Institute of the Bulgarian Academy of Science, the total financial loss for Bulgaria from remaining outside Schengen’s land borders exceeds €834 million per year.
EESC Draft Opinion and Next Steps
The European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) has drafted an opinion highlighting the severe economic impact of Bulgaria’s partial Schengen membership. This document will:
- Be put to a final vote at the upcoming EESC plenary session.
- Be published in the EU Official Journal and formally submitted to the EU Council.
Decision Timeline for Full Membership
The progress of Bulgaria and Romania on implementing the Schengen acquis was reviewed during the Justice and Home Affairs meeting on October 10, 2024, led by Hungary, the current EU Presidency holder. While no vote was included in the agenda, discussions paved the way for a decision.
- December 13, 2024: The Committee of Permanent Representatives in the European Union (COREPER) will vote on the full membership of Bulgaria and Romania in the Schengen Zone.
- If approved, land border controls are expected to be lifted by March 2025.
This decision will be crucial in eliminating financial losses for Bulgaria and Romania and fully integrating them into the Schengen Zone, boosting economic growth and regional connectivity.
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