Germany Border Crossing Points
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Tips for Crossing Germany's Borders
Germany is a Schengen member. EU and other Schengen citizens normally face no border controls, but temporary checks may be in place.
Required Documents
- Passport or ID card for EU citizens
- Passport and visa/residence permit for third-country nationals
- Driving licence (national or international)
- Vehicle registration documents
- Green Card insurance (for vehicles from outside EU)
Rules of the Road
- Drive on the right, overtake on the left
- Speed limits: built-up areas 50 km/h, outside 100 km/h, Autobahn advisory 130 km/h (no limit on some sections)
- Winter tyres mandatory from November 1 to March 31
- Environmental zones (Umweltzone) — green sticker required for many city centres
Border with Poland
- Frankfurt (Oder) — Słubice — main crossing on A12/A2 motorway
- Görlitz — Zgorzelec — popular southern crossing
Border with Czech Republic
- Waidhaus — Rozvadov — A6/D5 motorway
- Furth im Wald — Folmava
Border with Austria
- Salzburg — Walserberg — A8/A1 motorway
- Kufstein — Kiefersfelden — A93/A12 motorway
Temporary Border Controls
Germany periodically introduces temporary controls on internal Schengen borders:
- Controls possible at all land borders
- Usually implemented during major events or due to migration
- Check current information before travelling
Tip: Always carry your passport or ID even within Schengen. For city environmental zones, purchase the green sticker online in advance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Germany is a Schengen member, so normally there are no controls. However, Germany periodically introduces temporary checks at all land borders.
These are zones in many German city centres where only vehicles with a green environmental sticker are allowed. The sticker can be purchased online in advance.
Many Autobahn sections have no speed limit, but the recommended speed is 130 km/h. Some sections have posted limits.
Yes, winter tyres are mandatory from November 1 to March 31 in appropriate weather conditions (snow, ice).
No, Autobahn travel in Germany is free for passenger cars. No vignette is required.
Ukrainian citizens need a biometric passport for visa-free entry up to 90 days within a 180-day period. Ukrainian driving licences are recognised.
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