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Council examined phased implementation strategies for the EES, internal Schengen pressures, and coordinated responses to transnational security challenges.

The EU Justice and Home Affairs Council convenes to tackle transnational organised crime, strengthen border security mechanisms, and enhance digital travel systems across Europe.

Bulgaria and Romania have achieved full Schengen membership with the removal of land border checks, while EU ministers address evolving migration and security frameworks.

From late 2026, non-EU travellers flying to Europe will need an ETIAS travel authorisation before boarding. Learn how the system works at airports, on arrival, and during international transits.

The European Union operates interconnected large-scale IT systems that enable member states to share critical information on borders, asylum, and law enforcement, creating an integrated security ecosystem.

The EU Council has decided to temporarily suspend certain elements of the EU visa code for Ethiopian nationals in response to insufficient readmission cooperation.

The EU common visa policy establishes harmonized entry conditions for the Schengen area while adapting to geopolitical changes through visa facilitation and suspension mechanisms. Discover how digitalisation and ETIAS integration are reshaping travel security.

EU and Western Balkans ministers gathered in Budva to strengthen collaboration on transnational crime, migration management, visa harmonization, and digital justice initiatives.

ETIAS is not yet operational, but preparations are underway. Discover the transitional and grace periods that will guide visa-free travellers entering the 30 European countries.

The ETIAS application fee is set to increase from EUR 7 to EUR 20 before the system's launch in 2026.