On this day in 1995, free movement in Europe became a reality thanks to the Schengen Agreement. What does it mean? 🤔 A Europe without borders, where any person from the 26 member countries of the Schengen Area may cross the internal borders without being subjected to border checks. Today, most EU countries are part of the border-free Schengen Area, directly benefitting more than 400 million EU citizens. | European Commission

Schengen? EU? EEA? If you’re confused—you’re not alone! Many people think they’re the same, but they actually serve different purposes. European Union (EU): A political & economic union of 27 countries promoting free trade, cooperation & stability. Schengen Zone: 29 countries that removed border checks. Travel freely—no passport/visa checks at borders! European Economic Area (EEA): Gives non-EU countries access to the EU single market (includes EU Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein). Understanding t