Italy Pauses Schengen Open Borders with Spain
Italy reinstated border checks on travel to and from Spain. Chinese residents in Copenhagen traveling between the two countries must carry physical passports.
2026年8月1日
/ DANGDI / DANGDI / DANGDI /Italy has temporarily paused border-free travel with Spain. The change took effect on July 31, 2026. Authorities now check identity documents on flights and ferries between the two nations. This move comes after a mass border surge in Ceuta.
- Effective date: July 31, 2026.
- Scope: Air and sea travel between Italy and Spain.
- Affected travelers: Non-EU passport holders with Danish residence permits or Schengen visas.
- Action needed: Carry physical passport and Danish residence card to avoid delays.
The change directly impacts international travelers moving between Italy and Spain. Many Chinese students and workers in Copenhagen visit southern Europe. Danish residence permits allow travel in the Schengen area. However, border checks require extra verification for non-EU passport holders.
Always carry your physical passport and Danish residency card while traveling. Digital copies or local health cards are not valid travel documents. Border checks can cause longer waiting times at airport gates. Make sure to leave extra time for passport controls when flying.
Source: The Guardian
