Von der Leyen Announces Imminent Decision on Romania and Bulgaria’s Full Schengen Accession
Romania and Bulgaria Poised for Full Schengen Membership in January 2025
Hungarian Interior Minister Sandor Pinter announced that Romania and Bulgaria are expected to join the Schengen Area fully, including land borders, as early as January 2025. The final decision is anticipated on December 12, 2024, during the EU Council for Justice and Home Affairs meeting, where a vote on the matter is on the agenda.
Key Meeting in Budapest
Today, interior ministers from Bulgaria, Romania, Austria, and Hungary—as the holder of the EU Council Presidency—met in Budapest to discuss strategies to abolish land border controls for Romania and Bulgaria.
- Bulgaria’s Caretaker Minister Dimitar Glavchev confirmed that a declaration regarding Schengen membership was signed during the meeting. However, he clarified that the declaration serves as recognition of progress made by both countries rather than a final decision on land border accession.
- Romanian Interior Minister C?t?lin Predoiu expressed optimism regarding Romania’s progress toward full Schengen membership following the discussions.
MEPs to Advocate for Full Membership
Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) are preparing to call on the EU Council to finalize the integration of Romania and Bulgaria into the Schengen Zone during a debate with the European Commission on November 26, 2024. MEPs have consistently supported the full accession of both countries and are urging member states to act on this issue.
Current Schengen Status of Romania and Bulgaria
Romania and Bulgaria became partial Schengen members on March 31, 2024, allowing entry by air and sea but not by land borders. This partial integration was due to opposition from Austria and the Netherlands, citing concerns about irregular migration.
- Austria had expressed fears over migration flows, while the Netherlands also opposed Bulgaria’s membership.
- Both countries have since revised their positions, paving the way for full Schengen membership.
Anticipated Full Membership in 2025
With Austria and the Netherlands now supporting their inclusion, Romania and Bulgaria are on track for full Schengen membership by January 2025, following more than a decade of meeting technical requirements since 2011.
This development marks a significant milestone for the two Balkan nations, which have long awaited their full integration into the EU's borderless travel zone, fostering greater connectivity and economic opportunities in the region.
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