Around 86,000 people travel between Spain and Italy every day in August. This could lead to significant disruptions at airports and ferry terminals.

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Passport checks shake Schengen - queues expected between Spain and Italy

Travellers between Spain and Italy may now need to expect passport checks and longer queues, even though both countries are part of Schengen.

Camilla Jonsson Camilla Jonsson

Published 10 August 2026 - 13:36

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Passport checks shake Schengen - queues expected between Spain and Italy

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