Queue at Siret — Porubne
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As of 20:38 the wait at Siret is 27 min. 2 vehicles are in the queue.
Updated (local time, UTC+3)Air-raid alert near the Siret crossingChernivtsi Oblast — for 1 h 26 minDuring an alert, customs and border services at crossings in the affected oblast may be temporarily paused — the queue may not move until the all-clear.
Forecast for next 6 hours
Forecast is based on historical data and current trends. Day of week, time of day, and seasonality are taken into account.
Thu · 15.10.2026
LIVE2 cars (~27 min)As usual
As of 20:38 there are 2 cars in the queue, estimated wait ~27 min; usually at this hour: 2 cars (as usual).
Now2 cars~27 minRecommended times
21:003 cars~1 h 13 minShortest queue
22:004 cars~1 h 13 minRecommended times
23:004 cars~1 h 13 minBetter to avoid
00:006 cars~1 h 13 minBetter to avoid
01:007 cars~1 h 13 minBetter to avoid
02:008 cars~1 h 13 minPeak load
Peak load hours — Better to avoid: 23:00, 00:00, 01:00. Best crossing times — Recommended times: 21:00, 22:00, 23:00.
ActualNowPredicted 2Cars
Today (Thu · 15.10.2026): Peak load 02:00 — 8 cars (~1 h 13 min), Shortest queue 21:00 — 3 cars (~1 h 13 min) · Next hours: 21:00 — 3, 22:00 — 4, 23:00 — 4, 00:00 — 6, 01:00 — 7, 02:00 — 8
Queue Forecast Smart Forecast
Forecast for Siret (passenger cars) — updated at 20:00, covering through tomorrow noon.
• This evening (20:00–21:00): ~75 min, busy.
• Tonight (21:00–06:00): ~75 min, busy.
• Tomorrow morning (06:00–12:00): ~40 min, moderate load.
Best time to cross: Tomorrow morning (06:00–12:00).
Next update: today at 22:00.
• This evening (20:00–21:00): ~75 min, busy.
• Tonight (21:00–06:00): ~75 min, busy.
• Tomorrow morning (06:00–12:00): ~40 min, moderate load.
Best time to cross: Tomorrow morning (06:00–12:00).
Next update: today at 22:00.
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Estimated from historical patterns for this crossing. Actual queues vary.
When is the best time to cross at Siret — Cars, RO → UA
Typical load by day of week and hour — averages from the last 60 days of real observations
Best time
Wednesday, 12:00–14:00
~5 cars
Heaviest load
Monday, 11:00–14:00
~26 cars
Quietest day
Sunday
on average 8 cars
Busiest day
Friday
on average 14 cars
Typical load by hour
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Weekdays (Mon–Fri): median 10 cars · weekend: 10 cars
Weekly picture: days × hours
| on average | 00:00 | 01:00 | 02:00 | 03:00 | 04:00 | 05:00 | 06:00 | 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | 20:00 | 21:00 | 22:00 | 23:00 |
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| Monday | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 6 | — | 11 | 40 | 10 | 12 | — | 11 | 0 | 15 | — | 20 | 7 | 13 | — |
| Tuesday | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | 20 | 17 | — | 13 | — | 10 | — | 8 | 3 | — | — |
| Wednesday | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 6 | — | — | 4 | 6 | 4 | — | 18 | — | 17 | — | 14 | 18 | 3 | — |
| Thursday | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 25 | — | 3 | 5 | — | 0 | 20 | 3 | — | 7 | — | 26 | 3 | 7 | 15 | 2 | — |
| Friday | — | — | 14 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 8 | — | — | — | 3 | — | — | 28 | — | 20 | — | — | 14 | — | — |
| Saturday | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 10 | 10 | — | 5 | — | — | 11 | 18 | 25 | 12 | 4 | 10 | — | 13 | 6 | — | — |
| Sunday | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 4 | 8 | 11 | — | — | 1 | 7 | — | 12 | 15 | 4 | 15 | 10 | — | — | 2 |
Key takeaways
- The quietest day is Sunday: on average 8 cars in the queue.
- The busiest day is Friday: on average 14 cars in the queue.
- The lightest traffic is usually on Wednesday between 12:00 and 14:00.
- Peak load is on Monday between 11:00 and 14:00 (up to 26 cars).
Calculated from 332 real measurements over the last 60 days.
Which day has the shortest queue at the Siret (Cars, RO → UA) border crossing?
Based on the last 60 days of statistics, the quietest day is Sunday (8 cars on average). The heaviest load is on Friday.
What time of day is best to cross the border at Siret (Cars, RO → UA)?
Queues are usually shortest on Wednesday between 12:00 and 14:00. The worst time is Monday between 11:00 and 14:00.
Data updated: 15.10.2026 · Analysis period: last 60 days · Europe/Bucharest
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Detailed statistics for today and yesterday · Peak Hours · Data Comparison
Detailed statistics for today and yesterday
Border Queue Analysis at the Siret - passenger car checkpoint for Yesterday
During the period 14.10.2026 from 00:00 to 23:59 at the Siret - passenger car checkpoint, the following key moments were recorded:
Morning hours (06:00 - 12:00):
The number of vehicles stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 2 to 2 cars. The lowest point was observed at 06:00 14.10.2026 — 2 cars. The highest point was recorded at 06:00 14.10.2026 — 2 cars.
Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00):
The number of vehicles stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 2 to 2 cars. The lowest point was observed at 12:00 14.10.2026 — 2 cars. The highest point was recorded at 12:00 14.10.2026 — 2 cars.
Evening hours (18:00 - 24:00):
The number of vehicles stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 2 to 2 cars. The lowest point was observed at 18:00 14.10.2026 — 2 cars. The highest point was recorded at 18:00 14.10.2026 — 2 cars.
Night hours (00:00 - 06:00):
The number of vehicles stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 2 to 2 cars. The lowest point was observed at 00:00 14.10.2026 — 2 cars. The highest point was recorded at 00:00 14.10.2026 — 2 cars.
Chart for Yesterday and the Day Before
Recommendations
To avoid long queues at the Siret - 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 :00 and 2:00 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 Siret - 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
27min
(2 cars)
Official Data
1h 15min
(10 cars)
Difference: -48min
Peak Hours
Travel Planning Siret By car
Best days:
Wednesday–Thursday (10 cars,
~1.3-2.3 hrs).
Avoid:
Monday (36 cars).
Queue comparison by day of week
| Day | Cars | Load | Wait time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🔴 Mon | 36 | 100% | ~3.9-4.9 hrs |
| 🟢 Tue | 13 | 36% | ~1.6-2.6 hrs |
| 🟢 Wed | 10 | 28% | ~1.3-2.3 hrs |
| 🟢 Thu | 12 | 33% | ~1.5-2.5 hrs |
| 🟢 Fri | 13 | 36% | ~1.6-2.6 hrs |
| 🟢 Sat | 14 | 39% | ~1.7-2.7 hrs |
| 🟢 Sun | 13 | 36% | ~1.6-2.6 hrs |
Peak time: Thursday 19:00 - 21:00 and 06:00 - 08:00.
Average wait time on Sunday: from 33 up to 255 min..
Based on the data, the best time to cross the border is Wednesday or Thursday, when the queue is shortest.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which day is best to cross Siret by car?
Wednesday or Thursday — shortest queue (10 cars, ~1.3-2.3 hrs waiting).
When to avoid crossing at Siret?
Monday — peak load (36 cars).
What is the average queue wait time?
Depends on the day: 1-3 hrs (Tue–Sun), 3-5 hrs (Mon).
How did you like this checkpoint?
3.0 · 8 review
Best Time to Cross Siret today
21:00less queue
22:00less queue
23:00less queue
Current Data
As of 20:38, at Siret checkpoint there are 2 cars waiting.
How long does it take to cross the border at Siret?
According to user reports, the full border crossing time is ≈ 120 min (~2 hours)
based on user experience
Updated 15 days ago
How long is the wait in the border queue at Siret?
The queue wait time before the border ≈ 5 min (~5 minutes)
based on user experience
Updated 1 day ago
Does the EES system work at Siret border crossing?
EES Inactive
Currently, the Entry/Exit System (EES) is not active at Siret border crossing.
EES is a new EU automated system being gradually implemented at Schengen Area borders. Once activated, the system will record the date, time and place of border crossing, as well as travelers' biometric data.
Information provided for trip planning only. Actual conditions may differ. Always check the latest data before departure.
No cameras available at this checkpoint
Light traffic 72 km/h
615 h ago
Real-time traffic conditions on roads leading to the border crossing. Data is automatically updated from TomTom Traffic and Autobahn.de.
Light traffic
72 km/h
Nearby Road Incidents
5
Road works
25 km
Roadworks
25 km
Road works
25.7 km
Roadworks
25.7 km
Closure
27.5 km
Bridge closed
DN2E
27.5 km
Closure
27.7 km
Bridge closed
DN2E
27.7 km
Congestion
35.4 km
Stationary traffic
35.4 km
On the other side of the border
Light traffic
10 km/h
Siret: Ukrainian border-guard shift change at the Ukrainian–Romanian border — when and how long to wait
Border guard shift change on the Ukrainian side of Siret 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 Siret 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.
The neighboring Romania checkpoint is in the same time zone as Ukraine (Kyiv time), so its shift change falls at roughly the same 08:00 and 20:00. Because both sides change at the same time, the slowdown is concentrated in narrow windows — about 08:00–08:30 in the morning and 20:00–20:30 in the evening (Kyiv time).
Required Documents · green card · vehicle requirements · customs · vignette
Required Documents
Documents for crossing the border from the EU
Information about the documents required for leaving the EU will be available here soon.
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 Equipment Siret
Transport Type: road crossing
Working Hours: 24/7
Amenities:
Mother and Child Room: Information not available;
Toilets: Information not available;
Food Facilities: Information not available;
Duty Free Shops: Information not available;
Mobile Communication: Information not available (contact mobile operators for details);
Wi-Fi Access: Information not available;
Bank Branch and/or Payment Terminal: Information not available;
Border Crossing with Pets: Information not available;
Checkpoint Control Types:
Phytosanitary: Information not available
Veterinary: Information not available
Ecological: Information not available
Sanitary: Information not available
Cultural Heritage Control: Information not available
International Road Transport Control: Information not available
Total number of lanes: Romania: Information not available
Total number of lanes: Ukraine: Information not available
Information about operating hours and services may be inaccurate.
User Reviews — 3.0/5 (6 reviews)
Travelers crossing at Siret consistently report a stark contrast between the two sides of the border: the Ukrainian side clears quickly, typically in about 30 minutes, while the Romanian side is the main bottleneck, moving very slowly and sometimes barely at all. Several users describe waits on the Romanian side ranging from one hour up to two hours before the barrier plus another hour after it. One reviewer who crossed at 5:30 a.m. passed Ukraine in 30 minutes but spent roughly 1.5 hours on the Romanian side, still counting themselves lucky given the enormous queue that formed behind them. Another arriving around 7 a.m. found more than 20 cars already waiting to enter Romania. The clearest recurring tip is to travel very early—leaving Chernivtsi at 5 a.m. or reaching Siret by 5:30—since queues swell dramatically as the morning goes on. Reviewers note the Romanian officers process only one car at a time, unlike the Polish side, though document and guardianship checks for parents traveling with children were reportedly smooth and problem-free. Sentiment is mixed and slightly negative overall, driven almost entirely by frustration with Romanian-side delays rather than the Ukrainian checkpoint itself. One informational note mentions that only four crossing points on Romania's border have a veterinarian, relevant for those traveling with pets.
⭐ 3.0/5
6 reviews
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User Reviews
Reviews about the checkpoint Siret, By car
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В воскресный вечер (ранний), очередь относительно небольшая, работало 3 окна, нашу машину пропустили очень легко, даже багажник не открывали, оформили паспортный контроль - и все! Очень легко прошли весь кордон в течение часа
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На кордоні Румунії тільки 4 пункти з ветлікарем
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Сьогодні перетинали о 5.30 ранку, Україну пройшли за 30 хв. Румуни дуже повільні(((. Десь 1.30 хв. Не жалкую, що поїхали з самого ранку, бо за нами була величезна черга((( Румуни беруть 1 машину, на відміну від поляків, і перевіряють, я з 2 дітьми і машиною чоловіка, ніяких питань по докам і довіренностям, хоча все було...
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Виїхали в 5 ранку з Чернівців, український кордон пройшли за 30 хв, а румуни тримали дуже довго, черга перед їхнім шлагбаумом була дуже довга, то ми десь до шлагбауму стояли дві години і після нього десь годину.
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Ужасно,больше 8 часов на границе
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Contacts & Map
Contacts and address of checkpoint Siret
Address: Str. Gării nr. 1, Halmeu, Satu Mare County
Phone: +40 261.773.006
Email: vamahalmeu@customs.ro
GPS Coordinates: 47.98898, 26.060076 Show on map
How to get there
by car:
from Bucharest via the E85 highway to Urziceni, from Urziceni via the E85 highway to Buzău, from Buzău via the E85 highway to Râmnicu Sărat, from Râmnicu Sărat via the E85 highway to Focșani, from Focșani via the E85 highway to Adjud, from Adjud via the E85 highway to Bacău, from Bacău via the E85 highway to Roman, from Roman via the E85 highway to Fălticeni, from Fălticeni via the E85 highway to Suceava, from Suceava via the E85 highway to Siret and further to the Siret checkpoint.
Nearest checkpoints
- Rakovets – 20.5 km
- Vicovu de Sus – 33 km
- Sighetu Marmatiei – 162.6 km
- Sighetu Marmatiei – 164.6 km
- Halmeu – 227.5 km
Emergency Contacts & Support
Romania Emergency Services
Ukraine Emergency Services
Roadside Assistance
Roadside Assistance
Always carry your passport and vehicle documents!
If the queue is long: a quick check before you join it
- Fuel: fill up before the border — the engine runs for hours in the queue and the first station across may be 20–30 km away (fuel prices nearby).
- Water and food for 4–6 hours, a bag for rubbish.
- Power bank and cable — you need the phone for eCherha, navigation and reporting the queue.
- Some cash in the currency of the country you are entering — not every kiosk or station near the border takes cards.
- Documents in one place: passport, vehicle registration, insurance, Green Card (full list).
- Toilets, cafés, currency exchange — services near the crossing.
At a glance
- As of 20:38 the wait at Siret is 27 min. 2 vehicles are in the queue.
- Over the last 60 days the quietest day is Sunday, the quietest window is 22:00–24:00.