In which year did Slovakia join the Schengen Area, which ended passport checks at borders with neighbouring members?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. 2007, in December
- Step 1: Slovakia was one of nine states that joined the Schengen area in December 2007. Step 2. Checks on the borders with Czechia, Poland, Hungary and Austria ended. Answer: 2007. Why not the others: The other years are the creation of the state, EU accession and an unrelated date.
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