Romania and Bulgaria Are Fully in Schengen: What Travellers Should Remember
Romania and Bulgaria became full members of the Schengen area, removing land border controls with other Schengen countries.
For EU citizens, this makes travel more convenient. For non-EU travellers, the key point is different: Schengen stay limits and visa rules still matter.
If a Ukrainian or Georgian traveller is using visa-free Schengen access, time spent in Romania or Bulgaria can be relevant to the overall Schengen stay calculation.
Travellers should check:
- passport nationality
- visa-free or visa-required status
- 90/180-day rule
- residence permit rules
- travel route
- entry and exit stamps if applicable
Visa rules can change. Always check the official website before applying.
