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Belgium Enforces Border Checks Amid Immigration Concerns

7/19/2025

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Belgium has launched internal border checks to tackle illegal immigration, focusing on buses, flights, and major routes from France and Southern Europe. Effective since June 19, this policy requires residence permit holders to present ID to prevent delays. While aimed at deterring migrants, critics warn it jeopardizes the integrity of the Schengen agreement.

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Belgium has launched internal border checks to tackle illegal immigration, focusing on buses, flights, and major routes from France and Southern Europe. Effective since June 19, this policy requires residence permit holders to present ID to prevent delays. While aimed at deterring migrants, critics warn it jeopardizes the integrity of the Schengen agreement.