The Schengen Area and the EU’s visa policy

Travelling in Europe’s border-free Schengen area without a visa is one of the most concrete results for citizens, especially for young and mobile citizens. It is important for connecting people but it also requires trust that Member States properly secure their external borders and implement required measures.

• Primary Source

ESO: Background information: Commission reports on the state of the Schengen area http://www.europeansources.info/record/press-release-commission-reports-on-the-state-of-the-schengen-area/

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