# Ukraine-neighboring countries border control negotiations

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/ukraine-neighboring-countries-border-control-negotiations
> Updated: 2026-09-30T03:11:01.000Z. Sources: 26. Developments: 2.

Ukraine is exploring the relocation of its border control and customs operations to neighboring territories as a contingency plan against potential Russian attacks on its infrastructure. While a memorandum regarding infrastructure and simplified controls has been signed with Romania, Ukraine and Poland are already utilizing a joint control system at five points along their shared border.

Negotiations are currently underway between Poland and Ukraine to expand these joint border and customs controls. The proposed agreement seeks to increase the number of locations where officials from both nations conduct inspections in a single site, providing a legal framework for Ukrainian officials to perform duties on Polish territory. While intended to reduce queues and streamline the movement of goods and people, the plan has faced opposition from European Parliament member Ewa Zajączkowska-Hernik, who cited concerns regarding national sovereignty, corruption, and the risk of Russian infiltration.

## Claims

- There are currently five joint control points operating on the border with Poland. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Poland and Ukraine are working on an agreement to expand joint border and customs controls. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The proposed agreement would allow Ukrainian officials to perform certain activities on Polish territory. (corroborated by 2 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-30: Poland and Ukraine negotiate expanded joint border controls

Poland and Ukraine are negotiating an agreement to expand joint border and customs controls, allowing Ukrainian officials to operate on Polish territory to streamline logistics.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/poland-and-ukraine-negotiate-expanded-joint-border-controls

### 2026-09-26: Ukraine discusses moving border controls to neighboring countries

Ukraine is discussing moving its border control and customs operations to neighboring territories to protect them from Russian attacks on Ukrainian border infrastructure.

18 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maramure-police-detain-three-for-high-risk-drug-trafficking

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