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Understanding the dotted lines on Google Maps
SophatCHY
Published September 29, 2026
Updated September 29, 2026

Recently, I noticed something interesting on Google Maps the dotted (dash) lines that appear in some areas. photo_2026-04-06_18-40-531280×666 144 KB From what I see, these dotted lines usually show disputed or unclear borders between countries or regions. Examples I found: Crimea area (Ukraine / Russia) West Bank area Jammu & Kashmir Ceuta (Spain / Morocco) Screenshot 2026-04-06 at 6.45.56 in the evening1920×1254 393 KB Screenshot 2026-04-06 at 6.46.27 in the evening1920×1156 301 KB These are not normal borders like solid lines. They mean the boundary is not fully agreed internationally . For
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