Poland Says 280 Ukrainians Prosecuted in 2024 for Facilitating Irregular Migration
Poland’s Border Guard reported on 26 January that 280 of the 600 people charged in 2024 for aiding irregular migration were Ukrainian. The figures underscore the scale of organised smuggling and pose compliance risks for Polish employers of Ukrainian nationals. The announcement feeds into broader EU debates on tougher, harmonised penalties for facilitators.
Jan 27, 2026
