Islamabad, Apr 25, 2025: Several Schengen area nations have reintroduced internal border controls, disrupting the region’s long-standing policy of open borders.
This move is causing delays for tourists, students, and workers who now face routine ID verifications and border checks.
The Schengen Borders Code permits temporary restrictions in response to security concerns, migration challenges, or major public events. Below is a breakdown by country:
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Germany: Border checks at the frontiers with Poland, France, Denmark, and others will remain in place until September 15, 2025, in response to concerns over illegal migration and smuggling.
France: Temporary controls with Belgium, Germany, and Italy will continue until April 30, 2025, due to ongoing threats related to terrorism and large-scale events.
Netherlands: The nation is conducting checks at major airports and railway stations until June 8, 2025, to control the increasing number of migrants entering.
Austria: Border security along Hungary and Slovenia will remain heightened into 2025, as the country tackles migration through the Balkan route.
Italy: Authorities will maintain checks with France and Slovenia until June 18, 2025, due to migration issues and potential security risks.
Slovenia: Border controls with Croatia and Hungary will extend until June 21, 2025, addressing concerns over terrorism and migrant movements.
Denmark: Security checks at the Øresund Bridge and ferry routes will persist until late 2025 to manage migration and security threats.
Sweden: Controls at ports and its border with Denmark will continue through late 2025, in response to criminal activity and migration patterns.
Norway: Checks at land and ferry borders will remain in effect until May 11, 2025, aimed at managing migration and securing energy interests.
Bulgaria: Following its expected Schengen entry in January 2025, Bulgaria will implement selective checks, focusing on air and sea routes.
Travel Advice: Ensure you carry a valid passport or EU ID, expect delays of 30 to 60 minutes at border points, and stay informed by visiting official EU websites. To avoid complications, refrain from scheduling tight itineraries with multiple border crossings.
