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Poland Extends Checks on Borders With Germany, Lithuania
Published by Global Banking & Finance Review®
Posted on March 28, 2026
1 min readLast updated: March 28, 2026
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Poland has extended temporary border checks with Germany and Lithuania by six months, now in place until October 1, citing ongoing irregular migration as the primary concern. The move aligns with prior extensions and EU Schengen regulations on emergency controls.
Poland Extends Border Controls with Germany and Lithuania by Six Months
Extension of Border Controls and Its Implications
Announcement of Extension
WARSAW, March 28 (Reuters) - Poland will extend controls along its borders with fellow European Union members Germany and Lithuania by six months until October 1, its interior ministry said on Saturday.
Background on Temporary Controls
Poland introduced temporary controls in July, echoing several other EU governments in reimposing frontier checks to stem illegal migration.
Official Statement from the Interior Ministry
"This decision is due to the need to counteract illegal migration and ensure internal security," the ministry said in a post on X.
(Reporting by Marek Strzelecki; Editing by Joe Bavier)
Key Takeaways
- •Poland first reinstated checks on July 7, 2025, in response to migration pressure shifting from Belarus to western routes (gov.pl).
- •The controls, initially set to expire in early August, were previously extended to October 4, 2025, before the current six‑month extension to April or October schedule (gov.pl).
- •Under Schengen rules, such internal border controls are allowed temporarily to address serious threats; Poland is coordinating with EU bodies and neighboring states in implementing these measures (gov.pl)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Poland extends checks on borders with Germany, Lithuania
1Why is Poland extending border checks with Germany and Lithuania?
Poland is extending border checks to counteract illegal migration and ensure internal security, as stated by its interior ministry.
2How long will the extended border controls remain in place?
The border controls will be extended by six months, remaining in place until October 1.
3When were the temporary controls along Poland's borders first introduced?
Poland first introduced temporary border controls in July of the previous year.
4Which countries are affected by Poland's extended border controls?
The extended controls affect Poland’s borders with Germany and Lithuania, both fellow EU member states.
5What is the main purpose of Poland reimposing frontier checks?
The main purpose is to stem illegal migration and safeguard internal security.
