As reported by the Municipal Police Headquarters in Wrocław:

Temporary border checks began at midnight on July 7 at the Polish-German border – joint service forces are operating in the Lower Silesian Voivodeship.

Lower Silesian Voivodeship Office:

Temporary checks began at 12 border crossings on the Lower Silesian section of the Polish-German border. Permanent Border Guard posts have been established in Jędrzychowice (A4), Zgorzelec and Sieniawka. The checks are selective – vehicles are preselected. The operations target illegal migration and are conducted in a way that is as little disruptive as possible for residents and Polish businesses.

In Jędrzychowice on the A4 motorway, vehicle traffic heading towards Poland has been narrowed to the right (free) lane. A speed limit of 40 km/h applies. The border check is being conducted at an existing checkpoint for uniformed services – on the emergency lane, approximately 1 km from the border. Traffic towards Germany is proceeding without changes.

According to eluban.pl: – According to an eLuban reader, a queue of vehicles heading to Germany is forming on the motorway in Jędrzychowice; before 10 a.m., the traffic jam was approximately 3 km long. In the opposite direction, towards Poland, traffic is flowing smoothly and there is no sign that anyone is being checked.

Where is it worst?

Readers who are currently heading across the border are asked to write in the comments where the situation is most difficult.

Police officers from Lower Silesia are supporting the Border Guard's operations, ensuring safety and smooth vehicle traffic in the areas covered by the checks.

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS:

For passenger-car and van drivers

  • Take a valid identity card or passport – preferably a paper version.
  • Prepare your documents before reaching the checkpoint.
  • Roll down the window – this will make the check easier and faster.
  • Fill up the car, and take water and supplies – especially for a longer journey.
  • Follow the instructions of the services and road signs – detours are possible.
  • If a traffic jam forms on the road, create an emergency corridor.
  • Turn on the TA function on your car radio.
  • Check the border situation in the Regional Warning System app.

For people working abroad 

  • Take a document confirming your employment or place of residence.
  • Plan your departure in advance 
  • Use less busy crossings (e.g. Sieniawka, Porajów, Radomierzyce) when possible.
  • Follow announcements in the RSO app and road traffic reports on the radio.
  • Allow extra time – checks may cause temporary delays.

For people travelling on foot or by bike

  • Carry a valid identity document.
  • Be prepared for a brief conversation or document check.

For families travelling with children

  • Plan your journey during the hours when truck traffic is prohibited – from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on Fridays, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturdays, and from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. on Sundays, Poland's summer ban on TIR traffic is in force.
  • Make sure every child has a valid identity document (identity card or passport).
  • Pack drinks, snacks and the essentials for the journey.
  • Plan your route to avoid rush hours and the most popular crossings.
  • Tell children what to expect – the check may be a new experience.

For train travellers

  • Keep your identity documents readily available throughout the journey – the check may take place in the carriage or on the platform.
  • Listen to announcements from the train crew – they are in constant contact with the services..
  • If you travel across the border regularly, carry a document that helps identify your place of residence or work.

For people planning a holiday or transit journey

  • Plan your journey during the hours when truck traffic is prohibited – from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on Fridays, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturdays, and from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. on Sundays, Poland's summer ban on TIR traffic is in force. 
  • Check the situation at the relevant crossing in advance – some may be busier than others.
  • Allow more time for the journey – especially at weekends.
  • Use the RSO app and radio information – they may indicate a better route.
  • Ensure a comfortable journey – fuel, drinks and a phone charger.