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IMPACT – MEDIUM
What is the change? The European Commission has proposed significant changes to the common visa policy of the Schengen Area, including seven-day visas-on-arrival, consistent rules on visa validity to prevent “visa shopping,” faster processing, and the potential introduction of e-visas.
What does the change mean? The reforms are intended to promote short-term visits and streamline visa services for low-risk and frequent travelers while deterring irregular migration by imposing mandatory security checks and linking visa policy with cooperation on readmission of undocumented immigrants.
Key proposals:
BAL Analysis: If adopted, the proposals offer greater flexibility for non-EEA travelers to the Schengen region for business or tourism, particularly repeat and frequent travelers. The policy allowing for visas to be issued at the external borders will be a flexible option for individuals traveling on short-notice who do not have time to obtain a visa at a consulate.
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