More than half of survey respondents in favor of full closure of the borders
More than half of people surveyed in Germany support completely closing the country's borders, highlighting growing public concern over migration and border security.
The survey, conducted by the **INSA (Institute for New Social Answers)** polling institute, found that 55% of respondents favor a full closure of Germany's borders. Around 36% opposed the idea, while the remaining participants were undecided. The findings reflect a noticeable shift in public opinion as migration continues to dominate political debate.
Support for stricter border measures was strongest among voters of the **AfD (Alternative für Deutschland – Alternative for Germany)**, where nearly all respondents backed a complete closure. A majority of supporters of the conservative **CDU/CSU (Christian Democratic Union/Christian Social Union)** alliance also favored the proposal, while voters of left-leaning parties were significantly less supportive.
The poll comes as Germany maintains tighter border controls and reports a sharp decline in irregular border crossings. Federal Police recorded more than 24,000 unauthorized entries during the first half of 2026, down about 22% from the same period a year earlier. The government says stricter border checks and tougher migration policies have contributed to the decrease.
Migration remains one of the country's most divisive political issues, with the debate expected to continue as the government balances border security, asylum obligations, and labor market needs. The latest survey suggests that calls for tougher migration policies are gaining broader public support, increasing pressure on German policymakers ahead of future legislative decisions.