While travelers may face fewer restrictions entering Czechia, Switzerland, Luxembourg or Belgium, returning to Germany without proper documentation could cause delays. Germany reintroduced its own border controls in September 2024 in response to irregular migration and smuggling, according to the site.

Prime Minister Donald Tusk said that Poland plans to introduce temporary checks on its border with Germany starting Monday. Additionally, future checks will extend to Poland's eastern border with Lithuania.

Poland will introduce temporary controls on its borders with Germany and Lithuania as of July 7, Prime Minister Donald Tusk said Tuesday. The move follows rising tension over illegal immigration within the European free travel zone.