Q. Which two countries have become the full member of the European Union’s (EU) Schengen area on January 1, 2025?
Answer: Romania and Bulgaria
Notes: Romania and Bulgaria became full members of the EU’s Schengen area on January 1, 2025. Previously, both countries held partial membership in the Schengen area. The Schengen area operates as a single jurisdiction with a common visa policy for international travel.