The 2024 State of Schengen report, which builds on the Schengen evaluation and monitoring activities carried out in the Member States in 2023, describes the achievements, challenges and developments in the Schengen area during the last cycle of 2023-2024. 

The report underscores notable achievements in the past year, including new rules adopted on the Schengen Borders Code, the Pact on Migration and Asylum, and the Advance Passenger Information Regulation. However, the report also identified implementation gaps, emphasising the need for a reinforced legislative framework, an integrated Schengen governance framework, and further steps to complete the Schengen area.

Looking ahead, the 2024 State of Schengen report sets the stage for future priorities. Priority actions include boosting preparedness, security, and resilience at the external borders, including through improved cooperation with third countries. They also involve consolidating the digitalisation of procedures and systems to increase security and efficiency at EU external borders and within Schengen, as well as intelligence-based decision-making. 

The upcoming Schengen Council, which will take place on 13-14 June, will discuss the report and possibly adopt the Commission's proposal for a Council Recommendation. The Council, Member States, the Commission, and relevant EU Justice and Home Affairs agencies will closely follow up on the implementation of the recommendations from the report.

If you want to read more, please read the press release from the European Commission and the report.