UK Agrees to Spanish Border Checks in Gibraltar Post-Brexit Deal

The UK has reached a new agreement with the EU. Spanish border guards can now check passports in Gibraltar. These checks will happen at the Rock’s airport and port.A 1,000-page draft treaty confirmed the details on Thursday. This deal creates an open land border with Spain. Therefore, travel between Gibraltar and Spain will flow more smoothly.

Ending Brexit Uncertainty

The agreement brings certainty to Gibraltar nearly a decade after Brexit. The 2016 vote threw the territory’s status into doubt. As a result, this Gibraltar border checks deal resolves years of negotiations.
Implementation Timeline
The treaty is due to come into force in April. This coincides with stricter Schengen zone border controls. The passport-free zone is implementing new entry systems.
Gibraltar remains a British overseas territory. However, its unique position requires special arrangements with the EU. This compromise aims to benefit all parties involved.