Passport control at air and sea borders will be canceled from March 31. Bulgarian citizens will no longer stand in queues of European countries to check their passports when traveling by air and sea.
The land borders are still in force. The issue of their cancellation will be discussed during the year.
According to forecasts, joining the Schengen area will have a positive impact on the economy, business and image of Bulgaria. This innovation also makes it easier to visit the country, but not for Russians.
Now their stay in Bulgaria will be counted for the days spent in the Schengen area. In addition, when obtaining a Bulgarian visa, Russians will have to submit biometrics.
Experts expect the number of applicants to increase get a residence permit in Bulgaria.
The integration of the republic into the Schengen area will also have a positive impact on growth real estate prices in Bulgaria. Prices are expected to rise, but it is too early to say how much.
Recall that Bulgaria joined the European Union back in 2007. But it is still not part of the unlimited Schengen area. Therefore, when entering the country before joining the Schengen area, you need to pass border control.
Read more about the advantages of the Schengen area, what advantages for Bulgarians and how the decision to join the Schengen area will affect real estate in Bulgaria in our detailed article: From March 31, Bulgaria is a Schengen country. What will change?
