Latvia has completed construction of its border fence with Russia, marking a major step in strengthening national and EU external border security. Authorities say work will now focus on expanding surveillance technology and additional infrastructure along the eastern border.
In the final stage of the project, 72 kilometres of the 99-kilometre fence constructed by Igate were put into operation.
The total length of the fence along the Latvia–Russia border now reaches approximately 280 kilometres, providing a continuous barrier where technically feasible.
“The promise has been fulfilled – the construction of a physical fence on Latvia’s eastern border with both Russia and Belarus has been completed. This is a significant contribution to the security of the people of Latvia and our country,” said Interior Minister of Latvia Rihards Kozlovskis.
He added that the border will continue to be equipped with modern technological systems, aiming to create “the most modern border guard on the eastern border of the EU.”
Minister of Finance Arvils Ašeradens emphasised the strategic importance of the project:
“The completion of the construction of the Latvian–Russian border fence and the simultaneously developed infrastructure strengthen the capabilities of the State Border Guard in their daily work, allowing us to feel more confident about the protection of the external border of Latvia and the European Union.”
Work continues on additional infrastructure under the leadership of the State Border Guard, including patrol paths, footbridges, and other engineering structures to ensure effective border surveillance in all conditions.
This summer, construction began on another 41-kilometre section of the Latvian–Russian border in priority areas, including swampy terrain, with nine contracts awarded to three construction companies for a total of 17.9 million euros.
Construction and design work in some sections is expected to continue until 2027, though authorities aim to complete it ahead of schedule.
Final infrastructure work on certain sections, including areas without a fence, is scheduled to be completed by spring 2026.
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