Poland, Germany, Czech Republic and Slovakia may reintroduce temporary border checks

Governments of Poland, Germany, Czechia, and Slovakia are preparing to restore temporary border controls due to increased migration pressure along the Balkan route. The decision aims to strengthen EU Security and combat illegal migration.

Poland: checks on the Slovak border

Interior Minister Mariusz Kamiński announced selective inspections of buses and vans that may carry illegal migrants.
The number of detentions on this border rose from 72 last year to over 300 in 2025.
Cargo transport remains unaffected, but passenger vehicles may face additional document checks.

Germany: coordinated anti-smuggling measures

German Interior Minister Nancy Faeser confirmed plans to reintroduce checks with Poland, Czechia, and Switzerland, focusing on anti-smuggling efforts.
These measures comply with Schengen regulations and can last up to six months, extendable if risks persist.

Logistics impact

Minor delays at internal EU crossings are possible, though freight traffic should remain stable.
LOADSTAR advises operators to plan ahead, allow time buffers, and maintain full documentation when crossing Central European borders.

LOADSTAR continues to secure reliable European Logistics solutions despite regulatory changes.