Set the scene.
Malta was among nine states in the 2007 Schengen enlargement. The change followed evaluations covering borders, data protection and police cooperation.
Here’s the twist.
The timetable removed checks on people at internal land and sea borders on 21 December 2007. Internal air-border checks followed on 30 March 2008.
Why it still matters.
Spot the distinction between sea and air. Even a single agreement can reach different kinds of journeys on different days.
🧠 One to think about +
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