The European Commission’s Schengen monitoring portal, updated on 1 October, lists Spain among member states that have re-introduced internal border controls. Madrid’s current notification covers the period 23 September–7 October and targets all air and sea connections with Italy, mirroring Rome’s own restrictions. The legal basis is Article 25 of the Schengen Borders Code, which allows reintroduction of checks for public-order threats. The Commission notes that controls must remain a last resort and proportionate. Spain argues that the surge of irregular entries in Ceuta and the risk of secondary movements justify the measure. For mobility managers the listing is a single, authoritative confirmation that checks remain in force; insurers and relocation firms often require such evidence when advising clients. The database also shows that Austria, Germany, Denmark and France continue various land-border regimes, signalling wider Schengen fragmentation that could complicate overland staff moves. Companies running rotational crews between Spain and Italy should audit travel-time assumptions in project budgets and watch for an updated Spanish notification after 7 October. A fresh filing would prolong the disruption into the autumn trade-fair season.
Source: European Commission – DG HOME
