Poland makes MOS e-portal mandatory, quadruples residence-permit fees as 2026 immigration overhaul goes live
Mandatory MOS e-portal goes live: all Polish residence-permit filings move online and fees quadruple
Poland prolongs temporary-protection law and unveils nationwide integration-centre network for one million Ukrainians
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Poland closes ten land crossings with Russia and Belarus amid security concerns
Effective 6 January 2026, Poland has shut ten road, rail and pedestrian crossings with Russia’s Kaliningrad region and with Belarus, citing security risks linked to irregular migration. The closures force rerouting of travel and freight, lengthen transit times and raise insurance costs, prompting companies to reassess supply-chain and business-travel plans involving Russia or Belarus.
Poland extends special travel-document scheme for Belarusians until 30 June 2026
Poland has prolonged its special regime allowing Belarusian citizens to apply for a Polish travel document—an emergency passport substitute—until 30 June 2026. The extension safeguards the legal status and mobility of thousands of Belarusian residents in Poland and removes an immediate compliance risk for employers relying on Belarusian talent. Companies should, however, factor in processing backlogs and educate travellers about possible recognition issues outside Schengen.
Christmas holidays shut Polish embassy in Addis Ababa, delaying East-African Schengen visa services
Poland’s embassy in Addis Ababa is closed on 6–7 January 2026 for Ethiopian Christmas, cancelling all visa appointments and document releases. East-African students and business travellers heading to Poland must reschedule, and employers should factor in at least two days’ delay—or reroute urgent cases through other consulates.