Polish Border Guard releases daily statistics as temporary controls with Germany and Lithuania continue
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Germany Reports Sharp Drop in Illegal Entries From Poland After Extended Border Checks
Germany’s Federal Police say illegal entries at the Polish–German border fell by nearly half in H1 2026 after temporary border checks were extended. Most detected migrants were returned to Poland on the spot, while 94 arrest warrants were enforced. The reduced numbers should ease freight and commuter delays, but Polish exporters and business travellers must still factor in random controls through at least October 2026.
Poland Keeps Połowce and Sławatycze Crossings With Belarus Closed Amid Security Concerns
The Polish Border Guard confirms that the Połowce and Sławatycze crossings with Belarus remain closed as of 13 July 2026. The suspension, part of an expanded buffer zone, has slashed illegal-entry attempts but forces freight and shuttle buses to detour via Terespol or Kuźnica, adding cost and time for businesses operating in eastern Poland.
German Data Show 46 % Drop in Illegal Entries From Poland After Extended Border Checks
Germany’s Federal Police say only 439 people crossed illegally from Poland into Mecklenburg-Vorpommern in H1 2026, down almost half from last year thanks to continued border checks. Most were sent straight back to Poland, and smuggler arrests also fell. The data suggest that the politically contentious controls are curbing the Belarus-route flow, but businesses must still plan for random inspections that can delay freight and posted workers.
Polish Border Guard Reports Weekend Spike of 37 Crossing Attempts From Belarus
Between 10 and 12 July, Polish guards blocked 37 attempted illegal crossings from Belarus—an uptick after a quieter spell. The incidents, involving migrants from Afghanistan and Pakistan, highlight that the Belarus corridor remains active and that employers must avoid inadvertently hiring irregular entrants. Heightened patrols and a standing exclusion zone could disrupt business travel and freight near the eastern border.
Wizz Air Launches 27 Weekly Flights From Poland to Egypt, Boosting Leisure and MICE Travel
Wizz Air began operating 27 weekly low-cost flights from Warsaw, Katowice and Gdańsk to Marsa Alam, Hurghada and Sharm el-Sheikh on 13 July 2026. The expansion strengthens Poland’s air connectivity with Egypt, offering cheaper fares for leisure tourists and more flexible rotations for project teams and meetings-incentives groups.
Ukrainian ‘Courier’ Arrested After Smuggling Five Migrants From Belarus Into Poland
Polish police stopped a Ukrainian driver near Hajnówka after he attempted to pick up five migrants who had crossed from Belarus. All were detained, and the driver could face eight years in jail for facilitation. The case highlights new ride-share-style tactics used by smugglers and signals more vehicle checks in Poland’s eastern provinces—issues corporate mobility teams must factor into travel and transport planning.