Queue at Krakivets — Korchova
passenger car
≈5 hr 35 min
-10%
Wait time
Busier than usual
26°C
Inside checkpoint: 61 cars · 2 год 0 min processing time
Forecast for next 6 hours
LIVE
Busier than usual
Smart forecast
What the chart shows
Predicted current queue:
69 cars
Peak load:
93 cars (~6 h 25 min)
Shortest queue:
68 cars (~4 h 47 min)
Smart learning factor: 2.90x
Queue Forecast Smart Forecast
Peak load hours
Better to avoid:
15:00
17:00
19:00
Best crossing times
Recommended times:
03:00
04:00
05:00
Forecast for Krakivets (passenger cars) — updated at 15:00, covering through tomorrow noon.
• Midday today (12:00–17:00): ~145 min, very busy.
• This evening (17:00–21:00): ~130 min, very busy.
• Tonight (21:00–06:00): ~95 min, busy (peaks at ~140 min around 21:00).
• Tomorrow morning (06:00–12:00): ~85 min, busy.
Best time to cross: Tomorrow morning (06:00–12:00).
Next update: today at 21:00.
• Midday today (12:00–17:00): ~145 min, very busy.
• This evening (17:00–21:00): ~130 min, very busy.
• Tonight (21:00–06:00): ~95 min, busy (peaks at ~140 min around 21:00).
• Tomorrow morning (06:00–12:00): ~85 min, busy.
Best time to cross: Tomorrow morning (06:00–12:00).
Next update: today at 21:00.
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Best time to cross Krakivets today
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22:00typical queue
Shorter queues at nearby crossings — Krakivets
Current Data
As of 19:19, at Krakivets checkpoint there are 80 cars waiting.
How long does it take to cross the border at Krakivets?
According to user reports, the full border crossing time is ≈ 50 min (~50 minutes)
based on user experience
Last updated: Updated 1 day ago
How long is the wait in the border queue at Krakivets?
The queue wait time before the border ≈ 45 min (~45 minutes)
based on user experience
Last updated: Updated 2 hours 42 minutes ago
Does the EES system work at Krakivets border crossing?
EES Active
Yes, the Entry/Exit System (EES) is active at Krakivets border crossing. EES is an EU automated system for registering entry and exit of third-country nationals crossing the external borders of the Schengen Area.
The system records the date, time and place of border crossing, as well as biometric data (fingerprints and facial photo).
Information provided for trip planning only. Actual conditions may differ. Always check the latest data before departure.
Live Cameras
The webcam at this checkpoint has been switched off since 24.02.2022 due to the war
Light traffic 10 km/h
29 min ago
Real-time traffic conditions on roads leading to the border crossing. Data is automatically updated from TomTom Traffic and Autobahn.de.
Light traffic
10 km/h
Nearby Road Incidents
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Closure
3 km
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Closure
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Closure
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3.3 km
Closure
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Closure
4.5 km
4.5 km
Krakivets: Ukrainian border-guard shift change at the Ukrainian–Polish border — when and how long to wait
Border guard shift change on the Ukrainian side of Krakivets happens twice a day — at 08:00 and 20:00 local time. These are regular shifts that ensure continuous border control.
During shift change, processing of of cars at Krakivets typically slows for 20–60 minutes. To minimize wait, plan to cross 30+ minutes before or 60+ minutes after the approximate shift change. Check the live queue above for current status.
At the neighboring Poland checkpoint the border-guard shift change happens at the same local times, but Poland is on Central European Time — one hour behind Kyiv — so there it falls around 07:00 and 19:00 Kyiv time. Because the two shifts overlap, the slowdown stretches into wider windows on both sides: roughly 07:00–08:30 in the morning and 19:00–20:30 in the evening (Kyiv time). During these intervals, processing on both sides can noticeably slow down.
Queue Chart: Today & Yesterday
Queue at checkpoint for the last 24 hours
Real Data
Increased Load
Detailed statistics for today and yesterday · Peak Hours · Data Comparison
Detailed statistics for today and yesterday
Border Queue Analysis at the Krakivets - passenger car checkpoint for Yesterday
During the period 15.07.2026 from 00:00 to 23:59 at the Krakivets - passenger car checkpoint, the following key moments were recorded:
Morning hours (06:00 - 12:00):
The number of vehicles during Morning hours (06:00 - 12:00). The lowest point was observed at 09:00 15.07.2026 — 51 cars. The highest point was recorded at 07:00 15.07.2026 — 70 cars.
Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00):
During, there was a steady increase in the number of vehicles. The lowest point was observed at 16:00 15.07.2026 — 63 cars. The highest point was recorded at 17:00 15.07.2026 — 90 cars.
Evening hours (18:00 - 24:00):
During, there was a steady increase in the number of vehicles. The lowest point was observed at 21:00 15.07.2026 — 67 cars. The highest point was recorded at 19:00 15.07.2026 — 100 cars.
Night hours (00:00 - 06:00):
The number of vehicles fluctuated significantly, with peaks up to 49. The lowest point was observed at 03:00 15.07.2026 — 29 cars. The highest point was recorded at 04:00 15.07.2026 — 49 cars.
Chart for Yesterday and the Day Before
Recommendations
To avoid long queues at the Krakivets - passenger car checkpoint, it is recommended to plan your border crossing during the least busy hours. According to the data from the past day, the lowest number of vehicles was observed between 3:00 and 5:00 hours. This is the ideal time to cross the border, saving time and avoiding delays.
Plan your trips in advance using up-to-date border queue information at the Krakivets - passenger car checkpoint to make your crossing fast and convenient. Pay special attention to these hours to avoid peak times and reduce waiting times.
Data Comparison
Data Comparison
Our Data vs Official Source
Our Data
5h 35min
(80 cars)
Official Data
6h 55min
(100 cars)
Difference: -1h 20min
Peak Hours
Travel Planning Krakivets By car
Best days:
Monday-Tuesday (29 cars,
~1.9-2.9 hrs).
Avoid:
Thursday (52 cars).
Queue comparison by day of week
| Day | Cars | Load | Wait time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🟢 Mon | 29 | 56% | ~1.9-2.9 hrs |
| 🟡 Tue | 33 | 63% | ~2.2-3.2 hrs |
| 🟠 Wed | 41 | 79% | ~2.7-3.7 hrs |
| 🔴 Thu | 52 | 100% | ~3.5-4.5 hrs |
| 🟠 Fri | 44 | 85% | ~2.9-3.9 hrs |
| 🔴 Sat | 51 | 98% | ~3.4-4.4 hrs |
| 🟠 Sun | 41 | 79% | ~2.7-3.7 hrs |
Peak time: Thursday 19:00 - 21:00 and 22:00 - 00:00.
Average wait time on Sunday: from 4 up to 1080 min..
Based on the data, the best time to cross the border is Monday or Tuesday, when the queue is shortest.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which day is best to cross Krakivets by car?
Monday or Tuesday — shortest queue (29 cars, ~1.9-2.9 hrs waiting).
When to avoid crossing at Krakivets?
Thursday 19:00-21:00 and 22:00-00:00 — peak load (52 cars).
What is the average queue wait time?
Depends on the day: 1-3 hrs (Mon), 2-4 hrs (Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun), 3-5 hrs (Thu, Sat).
Required Documents · green card · vehicle requirements · customs · vignette
Documents for Men 18-60 Years Old
IMPORTANT: Requirements for Men 18–60
Ukrainian men in this age group MUST HAVE one of these documents to cross the border:
One of these documents is MANDATORY:
- Military ID (issued by military commissariat)
- VLK Certificate (from military medical commission)
- Booking Certificate (from TCC)
- Exit Permit from TCC (for mobilized)
If you don't have documents:
- Entry/Exit denied
- Return to Ukraine
- Possible deportation for repeated attempts
Where to obtain:
| Military ID | Military commissariat (1-2 weeks) |
| VLK Certificate | Military commissariat (1-3 days) |
| Booking Certificate | TCC of your region (1-5 days) |
| Exit Permit from TCC | TCC of your region (2-7 days) |
Don't travel to the border without one of these documents. Better to spend a few days getting the document.
Required Documents
Green Card Insurance: Activation Time
CRITICAL: Green Card Activation Timing
Green Card is mandatory vehicle insurance for all cars. Important to know:
When does it become active?
Insurance purchased TODAY will only become active TOMORROW at 00:00.
Insurance purchased TODAY will only become active TOMORROW at 00:00.
This rule applies to all types of purchase:
- Online purchase (active tomorrow)
- Insurance company office (active tomorrow)
- Kiosk near the border (active tomorrow)
What to do?
- Buy Green Card 1-2 days before your trip online
- Use your existing policy (if not expired)
- NOT recommended: buying at border kiosk (too late)
This is not a technical error — it's an EU insurance law.
Plan one day ahead! Without valid Green Card you cannot cross the border.
Plan one day ahead! Without valid Green Card you cannot cross the border.
For passenger cars
To ensure a quick inspection at the Krakovets-Korchova border crossing point in a passenger car, make sure you have the necessary set of documents.
Driver's documents:
- Biometric passport
- International driving license
- Medical insurance
Vehicle documents:
- Vehicle registration certificate (technical passport)
- Mandatory insurance policy Green Card
Equipment:
- First aid kit, fire extinguisher, warning triangle, and reflective vest
Customs Rules: What You Can Transport
ALLOWED (with limits)
Alcohol (for adults 18+)
- Up to 1 liter of spirits (40%+)
- Up to 2 liters of wine
- Up to 4 liters of beer
- Or proportional combination
Example: 0.5L vodka + 1L wine = within limits
Tobacco products (for adults 18+)
- 200 cigarettes
- 100 cigarillos
- 50 cigars
- 250g tobacco
Package must be sealed!
Food products
- Dairy products: up to 2 kg (cheese OK)
- Meat/fish: up to 2 kg (canned OK, RAW NOT allowed)
- Fruits/vegetables: up to 2 kg
- Honey, jam: no limits
Meat from non-EU countries is PROHIBITED!
Cash
- Up to €10,000 — NO declaration needed
- Over €10,000 — MUST declare
Personal belongings
- Clothing, shoes (reasonable amount)
- Cosmetics (for personal use)
- Electronics (one laptop, one phone)
- Medicine (with prescription)
PROHIBITED
Weapons & Ammunition
- ANY weapon (even non-functional)
- Ammunition
- Knives with blade >12 cm
Drugs
- ALL recreational drugs — STRICTLY PROHIBITED
- Prescription medicine — only with prescription
Cultural valuables
- Archaeological artifacts (without permits)
- Paintings, icons from old churches
Animal products (without certificates)
- RAW meat
- Unpasteurized milk
- Eggs
If in doubt — declare it! Better to declare than to hide.
Facilities
Checkpoint Characteristics and Facilities Krakivets
Transport Type: automobile
Working Hours: 24/7
Amenities:
Room for Mother and Child: Data not found;
Toilets: Data not found;
Food Facilities: Data not found;
Duty-Free Shops: Available;
Mobile Communication: Data not found (details provided by mobile operators);
Wi-Fi Access: Data not found;
Bank Branch and/or Payment Terminal: Data not found;
Crossing with Pets: Data not found;
Checkpoint Controls:
Phytosanitary: Available
Veterinary: Available
Ecological: Available
Sanitary: Available
Cultural Heritage Control: Not available
International Road_transport Control: Available
Total number of lanes: Ukraine:
Total number of lanes: Poland:
Information about the working schedule and services might be inaccurate.
Additional Information
Krakivets — Korczowa is one of the largest and busiest car border crossings on the Ukraine-Poland border. Located on the M10 (E40) highway connecting Lviv to Krakow via Przemysl.
Electronic queue for trucks: Since 2023, trucks over 7.5t must book time through the eCherha system. Crossing without prior booking is not possible.
Checkpoint features:
- Open 24/7
- Accepts cars, buses, and trucks over 7.5t
- Pedestrian crossing not allowed — nearest alternative is Shehyni–Medyka (45 km)
- Daily traffic: over 12,000 vehicles
Distances:
- Lviv — 69 km (~1h 5min)
- Przemysl (Poland) — 34 km (~40 min)
- Krakow — 270 km (~3h 30min)
Fuel Prices
| Petrol Station Name | A 95+ | A 95 | A 92 | Diesel | LPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMIC | 76.45 | 73.73 | - | 74.94 | 38.99 |
| Chipo | - | 75.07 | - | 75.50 | 38.42 |
| Prime | - | 52.95 | - | 51.95 | - |
| Rodnik | - | 69.30 | - | 75.49 | 39.49 |
| SOCAR | 80.76 | 77.90 | - | 79.76 | 41.47 |
| Shell | 62.99 | 58.99 | - | 58.99 | 37.49 |
| UPG | 75.90 | 73.90 | - | 74.15 | 38.40 |
| WOG | 81.90 | 78.90 | - | 79.90 | 41.90 |
| Avias | - | - | 53.99 | - | - |
| BRSM-Nafta | - | 71.63 | - | 78.33 | 43.01 |
| Market | - | 74.90 | - | 81.90 | 42.90 |
| OKKO | 81.90 | 78.90 | - | 85.90 | 45.90 |
| Ukr-Petrol | - | 56.74 | - | 56.52 | - |
| Ukrnafta | 71.99 | 68.99 | 65.99 | 73.99 | 41.99 |
The prices are approximate.
User Reviews
Reviews about the checkpoint Krakivets, By car
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Їхали 9.06 Краківець перед нами було 70машин 4паси працювало пройшли за 5годин. Грушів довше…. 17.06 вертались в Україну 20 машин 1.5-2години. Краківець швидше працює
У
Черга не рухається вже майже 2години
О
Усе добре, тільки проблема з туалетом на українській стороні.
І
Ці бізнесмени продають чергу , не ведіться бо вас вернуть прикордонники
Б
По своєму досвіду можу - 1 машина на Грушеві = 20 машин на Краковець. + вас ще обовясково кинуть на яму
This review(s) reflects the subjective opinion of a service user, and not the official position of NaKordoni.eu.
Contacts & Map
Contacts and address of checkpoint Krakivets
Address: Ukraine, 81070, Lviv region, Yavorivsky district, village Krakovets, str. Verbytskogo, 54.
Phone: (032) 297 46 56, (032) 298 71 83, (03259) 77310
GPS Coordinates: 49.95554, 23.11146 Show on map
How to get there
by car:
from Kiev on the M06 highway to Zhytomyr, from Zhytomyr on the M06 highway to Rivne, from Rivne on the M06 highway to Lviv, from Lviv on the M10 highway to Yavoriv, from Yavoriv on the M10 highway to Krakovets, from Krakovets on the M10 highway to the Krakovets checkpoint.
Nearest border checkpoints
- Hrushiv – 19.6 км
- Shehyni – 20.1 км
- Nyzhankovychi – 35.9 км
- Rava-Ruska – 49.1 км
- Smilnytsia – 60.4 км
Emergency Contacts & Support
Ukraine Emergency Services
Poland Emergency Services
Roadside Assistance
Roadside Assistance
Always carry your passport and vehicle documents!