Albania and Macedonia are both candidate countries for EU membership, but neither has begun the formal membership negotiations that must conclude in order for the country to join; Bosnia and Herzegovina and Kosovo have been told that they can become candidate countries when they are ready (European Commission). For more information on the accession process see: European Commission. _{Confused? Check our FAQ or ask us for help.}

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