Border crossing FAQ

Vehicle X-ray scanning at the border typically takes up to one hour, not including time spent in the queue. This means the actual preparation and scanning process takes approximately up to one hour.

No. The State Customs Service of Ukraine has clarified that to cross the customs border in a vehicle for personal use that is not your property, a power of attorney from the owner is NOT required.

Source: State Customs Service of Ukraine / Poland News Today

For vehicle customs clearance at the Medyka border crossing, you should typically take the third lane on the right, as that is where such procedures are carried out.

Green Card is mandatory international motor insurance for all vehicles with Ukrainian license plates entering the EU.

📍 Where to buy:
• Online through licensed Ukrainian insurers (effective next day after purchase)
• At border (takes more time, longer queues)

⏰ Duration: from 15 days to 1 year

💶 Fine for missing:
• Moldova: from €200 to €2,000
• Poland and other EU countries: various amounts, from hundreds to thousands of euros

💡 Alternative: 30-day policies at border (some Polish insurers offered free policies for Ukrainian refugees - check availability)

🆕 Yes, since 2025, a valid technical inspection certificate is mandatory for entering Moldova by car.

📋 What is checked:
• Brakes
• Steering
• Lights
• Tires
• Emissions

⏰ Validity: 1 year

⚠️ Without the certificate, Moldovan authorities may refuse entry

We recommend getting a technical inspection in Ukraine before traveling.

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How long does vehicle X-ray scanning take at the border?

Do I need a power of attorney for a car that is not my property?

Which lane should I use for vehicle customs clearance in Medyka?

What is Green Card insurance and where to get it?

Do I need a technical inspection certificate to enter Moldova?

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