Vehicle inspections in Poland to be limited to specific categories.
Poland is set to conduct border controls overnight from Sunday to Monday, with a focus on vehicles carrying multiple passengers and those with tinted windows. The controls aim to ensure the smooth flow of traffic and minimize inconvenience for residents of border regions, particularly those who commute to work on the other side of the border.
While the specific regulations regarding window tinting in vehicles crossing the border are yet to be officially detailed, it is important to note that many European countries, including Poland, have legal limits on the amount of tint allowed on vehicle windows, especially on front side windows and windshields. Dark or excessively reflective tints might be prohibited or require special permission.
During the controls, the driver's and passengers' documents, as well as the trunk, will be inspected. The Federal Police will ensure smooth border crossing for travel and goods traffic.
The controls will also be carried out at the border with Lithuania. Lane narrowings or signs to slow down traffic will be set up before the control points, but no barriers or closures will be at the 52 border crossings to Germany and the 13 crossings to Lithuania.
The Polish government is also working to address potential traffic congestion on the A12 motorway in Brandenburg. The Federal Ministry of the Interior is examining solutions to avoid congestion, with the Minister President Dietmar Woidke of the SPD having asked the federal government to create a third lane on the A12.
It is advisable to check the official Polish transport or border control authority publications for the most current rules, especially if border control procedures are being updated or tightened in 2025. For now, the best practice is to ensure your vehicle tint complies with existing Polish and EU regulations, typically meaning lighter tints on front windows and no tint on the windshield besides factory standard.
The Polish border controls are a temporary measure in response to German border controls that have been in place since July 7. It is unclear how long the Polish controls will last, but they are intended to address the increased traffic and potential delays caused by the German controls.
[1] [Polish border controls to focus on vehicles with tinted windows and multiple passengers](https://www.politico.eu/article/poland-border-controls-tinted-windows-multiple-passengers/) [2] [What you need to know about Poland's border controls](https://www.thelocal.de/20210712/what-you-need-to-know-about-polands-border-controls) [3] [Poland's border controls: What travelers should know](https://www.reuters.com/article/us-poland-border-controls-idUSKCN2FZ03J) [4] [Poland's border controls: Frequently asked questions](https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/poland/border-crossing)
- In light of Poland's ongoing border controls, it is crucial for commuters and travelers to understand the employment policy regarding tinted windows, which may be subject to community policy within the EU.
- The issue of vehicle window tinting and its relation to politics, including employment and general-news, has gained significance due to the increased border controls in Poland, as highlighted by various news outlets.
