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Fourth Night of Belarusian Balloons Prompts New Flight Restrictions in Eastern Poland

Fourth Night of Belarusian Balloons Prompts New Flight Restrictions in Eastern Poland

Between the nights of 31 January and 4 February, Poland recorded four successive incursions by balloon-borne contraband launched from Belarus, triggering short-term airspace closures and flight diversions. The incidents underscore the growing security volatility on Poland’s eastern flank and create new operational headaches for airlines, corporate travel managers and cargo insurers.

Feb 5, 2026
€20 ETIAS Fee Confirmed for Visa-Exempt Travellers to Poland and the Wider Schengen Area

€20 ETIAS Fee Confirmed for Visa-Exempt Travellers to Poland and the Wider Schengen Area

The EU has set the ETIAS launch for late 2026 and fixed the charge at €20. Every visa-exempt visitor heading to Poland for short stays—including business meetings—will have to secure the digital travel authorisation in advance, adding a new compliance step and cost to corporate mobility programmes.

Feb 5, 2026

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