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Cyprus is aiming to join the Schengen Zone by the end of 2025

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Cyprus is aiming to join the Schengen Zone by the end of 2025.


How true is this, has anyone else heard of this?

Toon

It's an aim for sure but I can't see it happening myself. .. as long as this island is divided ..

Toon

Cyprus faces several challenges delaying its Schengen membership:


Green Line Buffer Zone: The division between the Republic of Cyprus and the Turkish-controlled north complicates compliance with Schengen rules. Enhanced passport controls and modifications to the Green Line Regulation are required to align with EU standards.


Geographic Isolation: As an island without land borders with other EU nations, Cyprus faces logistical difficulties in integrating into Schengen’s border control framework.


Political Division: The unresolved territorial dispute raises sovereignty concerns and complicates the establishment of a secure external EU border.

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