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Polish policewomen stand at the German-Polish border crossing Stadtbrücke between Frankfurt (Oder) and Slubice / Photo: Patrick Pleul/dpa

Poland's border controls with Germany begin

From Monday, Poland wants to carry out random checks on people entering the country at the border with Germany. Minibuses and cars with many occupants will be the main focus of the border guards.

From Monday, Poland also wants to check people entering the country from Germany at this border crossing. (Archive image) / Photo: Patrick Pleul/dpa

Poland starts border controls - and now?

There are no more barriers and border posts in the Schengen area - actually. But Germany has been controlling the eastern borders for two years. Now Poland is reacting. What are the consequences?

The German-Polish border crossing Stadtbrücke between Frankfurt (Oder) and Slubice. Poland's government is expecting border traffic to be hindered by the border controls starting on Monday. (Archive photo) / Photo: Patrick Pleul/dpa

Poland expects delays due to border controls

The German controls at the border with Poland have caused trouble in the neighboring country. On Monday, checks will also be carried out in the other direction - with consequences for drivers.