On 8 June 2011, the European Parliament decided to give the green light to Bulgaria and Romania’s accession to the Schengen area, with 487 votes in favour, 77 against and 29 abstentions.
Eiropas Parlaments 2011. gada 8. jūnijā ar 487 balsīm „par”, 77 – „pret” un 29 deputātiem atturoties, nolēma, ka Bulgārija un Rumānija var pievienoties Šengenas zonai.