EQ1 Schengen agreement Flashcards
What is the Schengen Agreement?
An agreement that abolished many internal border controls within the EU, allowing passport-free movement across most EU member states.
Signed in Schengen, Luxembourg, and took effect in 1995.
How many countries are part of the Schengen area?
26 countries: 22 EU members and 4 non-EU members (Iceland, Norway, Switzerland, and Liechtenstein).
The UK decided to remain outside the Schengen area.
Since 1995, how many EU citizens have moved freely across the Schengen area?
Millions of EU citizens, with over 14 million now living in another member state, representing 2.8% of the EU’s population.
This movement has helped fill job vacancies in other EU countries.
What is one financial criticism of the Schengen Agreement?
The cost to remove Schengen border checks is €110 billion.
This cost is associated with reinstating border controls.
What are some concerns related to the migrant crisis and the Schengen Agreement?
Disruption and increased checks due to refugees from Turkey to Greece.
Denmark’s policy to seize valuables from migrants to cover care costs is also a concern.
How might the Schengen Agreement affect European integration?
It could negatively impact European integration due to increased pressure from migration issues and border controls.
Concerns include the movement of far-right groups in Germany, often characterized by Islamophobia and anti-immigration sentiments.
True or False: The Schengen Agreement allows for passport checks between all member states.
False.
The Schengen Agreement specifically aims to eliminate many internal border controls.
Fill in the blank: The Schengen Agreement was signed in _______.
Schengen, Luxembourg.
What percentage of the EU’s population do the 14 million citizens living in other member states represent?
2.8%.
What is one social concern associated with the Schengen Agreement?
Potential threat of cultural erosion due to migration.
This includes pressure on housing, jobs, and services.
