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By way of derogation from paragraph 1, exceptions to the obligation to cross external borders only at border crossing points and during the fixed opening hours may be allowed: in connection with pleasure boating or coastal fishing; for seamen going ashore to stay in the area of the port where their ships call or in the adjacent municipalities; for individuals or groups of persons, where there is a requirement of a special nature, provided that they are in possession of the permits required by national law and that there is no conflict with the interests of public policy and the internal security of the Member States; for individuals or groups of persons in the event of an unforeseen emergency situation.

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Source: EUR-Lex (Cellar) · retrieved 2026-11-14 · Text as adopted (Official Journal); later amendments are not incorporated in this text.