Schengen Agreement

The Schengen Agreement is a treaty that enables passport-free travel across most European countries. Established in 1985, it allows people to move between participating nations—currently 27 countries—as if they were in one nation, promoting free movement and tourism. Travelers can cross borders without showing identification at internal borders, though controls are still in place at external borders to manage entry into the Schengen Area. The agreement aims to strengthen cooperation among countries for security, customs, and migration policies while fostering economic ties and cultural exchanges within Europe.