Cyprus closer than ever to joining Schengen but political hurdles remain
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The European Commission has confirmed Cyprus is technically ready to join the Schengen Area following years of preparations and the implementation of 120 technical recommendations. Deputy Minister for Migration and International Protection Nicholas Ioannides confirmed on October 1 that all recommendations are fulfilled. However, accession requires a unanimous decision by the EU Council, and political hurdles relating to the island's division and British Sovereign Base Areas still remain.
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