Austria Extends Border Controls Once Again
Austria has extended border controls, which may cause delays for carriers, until December 15, 2025.
The decision applies to borders with the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, and Slovenia.
- Czech Republic and Slovakia: extension from October 15, 2025
- Hungary and Slovenia: extension from November 11, 2025
This is the seventh extension of such measures since autumn 2022, justified by threats related to illegal migration, the war in Ukraine, and an increased risk of terrorist acts.
Austria justifies maintaining controls due to threats related to illegal migration, the effects of the war in Ukraine, and an increased risk of terrorist acts.
Carriers should follow current announcements and regulations to avoid delays and formal problems at the border.
Author's summary: Austria extends border controls until December 15, 2025, citing security concerns.