In June and July 2026, the Latvian State Border Guard had to deter an average of one hundred attempts per day of illegal crossings. On days when technical problems occurred at Pāternieki checkpoint, the pressure from illegal immigration significantly decreased. A Latvian official highlighted concerns that Belarusian authorities support illegal immigrants, noting that such actions ultimately harm Belarus itself. Plans to initiate larger-scale measures to stop illegal immigration are forthcoming. Deterrence cases mean no illegal border crossing was allowed and individuals did not remain in Latvia.

In June and July 2026, the Latvian State Border Guard had to deter an average of one hundred attempts per day of illegal crossings. On days when technical problems occurred at Pāternieki checkpoint, the pressure from illegal immigration significantly decreased. A Latvian official highlighted concerns that Belarusian authorities support illegal immigrants, noting that such actions ultimately harm Belarus itself. Plans to initiate larger-scale measures to stop illegal immigration are forthcoming. Deterrence cases mean no illegal border crossing was allowed and individuals did not remain in Latvia.