Romania and Bulgaria will officially join the Schengen Area on January 1, 2025, allowing free movement for travelers. Despite being EU members since 2007, they faced delays in joining due to opposition from other EU countries. While air and sea travelers will not need passports, land border checks will remain for at least six months. The Schengen Area will then include 29 states. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)