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Romania and Bulgaria will become full members of Schengen as of 1 January 2025.

Video. Romania and Bulgaria granted full Schengen membership, with one caveat

Updated: 13/12/2024 - 15:24 GMT+1

Romania and Bulgaria will become full-time members of the Schengen Area as of 1 January 2025, completing a process that dates back to 2011, when the European Commission declared both countries ready to join.

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