Poland keeps Belarus buffer zone and extends German/Lithuanian border checks to April 2026
Warsaw-Modlin launches PLN 5.4 m terminal expansion to handle record low-cost traffic
EU unveils ProtectEU counter-terror plan—new advance passenger data rules will hit Polish carriers
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New Łeba seaport boundary defined—opening space for cruise and offshore wind logistics
A 26 Feb 2026 Infrastructure Ministry decree expands Łeba’s official port area, allowing on-site immigration and customs processing for future cruise ships and offshore-wind vessels. Mobility teams must update documentation and shore-leave procedures before the boundary takes effect on 19 March.
UK to Strictly Enforce ETA Requirement for Polish Travellers From 25 February 2026
From 25 February 2026 carriers must refuse boarding to Polish citizens who have not obtained the UK’s €19 Electronic Travel Authorisation. The end of the grace period adds a compulsory pre-departure step for Polish business and leisure visitors, with financial penalties for airlines that fail to enforce the rule. Companies will need to update travel check-lists and ensure executives apply for the two-year ETA in advance.
Polish Border Guards Expose Underground Migrant Tunnel on Belarus Frontier
On 25 February 2026 Polish authorities uncovered a concrete-reinforced tunnel under the Belarus border used to smuggle at least 180 migrants. Warsaw blames Minsk and Moscow for orchestrating ‘hybrid’ pressure, prompting tighter controls that could slow freight and mobility in the region. The find underscores evolving tactics by smugglers and the need for companies to reassess border-area risk.
Warsaw Chopin Airport Main Runway to Re-open After 24-Hour Closure on 25 February 2026
Warsaw Chopin Airport’s main runway closed for planned maintenance on 24 February and is due to re-open 25 February 2026. All traffic temporarily used the secondary runway, causing delays but no cancellations. The upgrade underpins safety and capacity ahead of major events and highlights the need for travellers and employers to track infrastructure schedules.
Poland Updates ISZTAR4 Customs Tariff to Add CBAM Codes for Cement Imports
Poland’s customs service has added a new ‘p12’ measure in the ISZTAR4 tariff, requiring cement importers to declare clinker content from 1 March 2026. The update prepares Poland for EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism reporting and could delay shipments if brokers fail to include the new codes. Businesses importing construction materials should amend documentation processes immediately.