Bulgaria and Romania officially join the Schengen area on March 31st. However, this is only partial membership, according to the European Commission. It is noted that controls at air and sea borders will be lifted. However, controls at land borders with other EU countries will be maintained for a certain period, with a decision on their removal to be made by the EU Council. As reported by the European Commission, since December of last year, Bulgaria and Romania have taken all necessary measures to ensure the smooth application of Schengen rules from March 31, 2024. President of the European C…