The European Union has tightened rules on visa-free travel for 61 countries.
New rules allow the EU to suspend visa-free access more easily if countries don’t meet requirements.
The reform introduces grounds like security threats, golden passport schemes, and human rights violations.
The EU can now target specific individuals, including officials, rather than entire populations.
Visa-free suspension is triggered by thresholds like a 30% rise in overstays or low asylum acceptance rates.
The maximum suspension duration increases from 9 months to 12 months, with a possible 24-month extension.
Persistent non-compliance may lead to permanent removal of visa-free privileges.
The EU emphasizes that visa-free travel is a privilege, not a right, tied to cooperation and trust.
The move signals a tougher stance on countries not aligning with EU standards.
Citizens of affected countries must prepare for potential changes in travel requirements to Europe.
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