Queue at Otacz — Mohyliv-Podilskyi (cargo transport)
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≈2 hr 15 min
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As of 15:29 the wait at Otacz is ≈2 hr 15 min. 1 vehicles are in the queue. Roughly 117 min to 2 hr 33 min.
Updated (local time, UTC+3)Air-raid alert near the Otacz crossingVinnytsia Oblast — for 25 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
LIVE1 truck (~2 h 15 min)As usual
As of 15:29 there are 1 truck in the queue, estimated wait ~2 h 15 min; usually at this hour: 1 truck (as usual).
Now1 truck~2 h 15 min
18:001 truck~2 h 15 minPeak load
19:001 truck~2 h 15 minRecommended times
20:001 truck~2 h 15 minRecommended times
21:001 truck~2 h 15 min
22:001 truck~2 h 15 min
23:001 truck~2 h 15 min
Peak load hours — Better to avoid: 09:00, 10:00, 11:00. Best crossing times — Recommended times: 18:00, 19:00, 20:00.
ActualNowPredicted 1Trucks
Today (Thu · 15.10.2026): Peak load 18:00 — 1 truck (~2 h 15 min), Shortest queue 18:00 — 1 truck (~2 h 15 min) · Next hours: 18:00 — 1, 19:00 — 1, 20:00 — 1, 21:00 — 1, 22:00 — 1, 23:00 — 1
Queue Forecast Smart Forecast
Forecast for Otacz (trucks) — updated at 16:00, covering through tomorrow noon.
• This evening (17:00–21:00): ~135 min, moderate load.
• Tonight (21:00–06:00): ~135 min, moderate load.
• Tomorrow morning (06:00–12:00): ~135 min, moderate load.
Best time to cross: This evening (17:00–21:00).
Next update: today at 18:00.
• This evening (17:00–21:00): ~135 min, moderate load.
• Tonight (21:00–06:00): ~135 min, moderate load.
• Tomorrow morning (06:00–12:00): ~135 min, moderate load.
Best time to cross: This evening (17:00–21:00).
Next update: today at 18:00.
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Estimated from historical patterns for this crossing. Actual queues vary.
When is the best time to cross at Otacz — Trucks, MD → UA
Typical load by day of week and hour — averages from the last 60 days of real observations
Best time
Monday, 09:00–11:00
~1 trucks
Heaviest load
Monday, 19:00–21:00
~2 trucks
Quietest day
Saturday
on average 1 trucks
Busiest day
Monday
on average 1 trucks
Typical load by hour
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Weekdays (Mon–Fri): median 1 trucks · weekend: 1 trucks
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 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | 1 | — | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | — | — | 1 |
| Tuesday | — | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | 1 | — | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | — |
| Wednesday | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | — | 1 | — | — | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Thursday | 1 | 2 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | — | 2 | 1 | 1 | — | 1 | — | — |
| Friday | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | — | 1 | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Saturday | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Sunday | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | 1 | 2 | — | 1 | 1 | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | — |
Key takeaways
- The quietest day is Saturday: on average 1 trucks in the queue.
- The busiest day is Monday: on average 1 trucks in the queue.
- The lightest traffic is usually on Monday between 09:00 and 11:00.
- Peak load is on Monday between 19:00 and 21:00 (up to 2 trucks).
Calculated from 208 real measurements over the last 60 days.
Which day has the shortest queue at the Otacz (Trucks, MD → UA) border crossing?
Based on the last 60 days of statistics, the quietest day is Saturday (1 trucks on average). The heaviest load is on Monday.
What time of day is best to cross the border at Otacz (Trucks, MD → UA)?
Queues are usually shortest on Monday between 09:00 and 11:00. The worst time is Monday between 19:00 and 21:00.
Data updated: 15.10.2026 · Analysis period: last 60 days · Europe/Chisinau
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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 Otacz - cargo transport checkpoint for Yesterday
During the period 14.10.2026 from 00:00 to 23:59 at the Otacz - cargo transport checkpoint, the following key moments were recorded:
Morning hours (06:00 - 12:00):
No data for Morning hours (06:00 - 12:00).
Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00):
The number of vehicles stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 1 to 1 truck. The lowest point was observed at 14:00 14.10.2026 — 1 truck. The highest point was recorded at 14:00 14.10.2026 — 1 truck.
Evening hours (18:00 - 24:00):
The number of vehicles stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 1 to 1 truck. The lowest point was observed at 18:00 14.10.2026 — 1 truck. The highest point was recorded at 18:00 14.10.2026 — 1 truck.
Night hours (00:00 - 06:00):
No data for Night hours (00:00 - 06:00).
Chart for Yesterday and the Day Before
Recommendations
To avoid long queues at the Otacz - cargo transport 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 14:00 and 16:00 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 Otacz - cargo transport checkpoint to make your crossing fast and convenient. Pay special attention to these hours to avoid peak times and reduce waiting times.
Peak Hours
Travel Planning Otacz By freight transport
Best days:
Friday–Saturday (1 truck,
~2.3-3.3 hrs).
Avoid:
Tuesday (2 trucks).
Queue comparison by day of week
| Day | Trucks | Load | Wait time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🔴 Mon | 2 | 100% | ~4.3-5.3 hrs |
| 🔴 Tue | 2 | 100% | ~4.3-5.3 hrs |
| 🔴 Wed | 2 | 100% | ~4.3-5.3 hrs |
| 🔴 Thu | 2 | 100% | ~4.3-5.3 hrs |
| 🔴 Fri | 2 | 100% | ~4.3-5.3 hrs |
| 🟢 Sat | 1 | 50% | ~2.3-3.3 hrs |
| 🔴 Sun | 2 | 100% | ~4.3-5.3 hrs |
Peak time: Thursday 10:00 - 12:00 and 15:00 - 17:00.
Average wait time on Sunday: from 135 up to 495 min..
Based on the data, the best time to cross the border is Saturday or Friday, when the queue is shortest.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which day is best to cross Otacz by truck?
Saturday or Friday — shortest queue (1 truck, ~2.3-3.3 hrs waiting).
When to avoid crossing at Otacz?
Tuesday — peak load (2 trucks).
What is the average queue wait time?
Depends on the day: 2-4 hrs (Sat), 4-6 hrs (Mon–Fri, Sun).
How did you like this checkpoint?
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Best Time to Cross Otacz today
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Current Data
As of 15:29, at Otacz checkpoint there are 1 cargo transport waiting.
Information provided for trip planning only. Actual conditions may differ. Always check the latest data before departure.
Live Cameras
Live Webcam Otacz in real time
In online mode using a webcam at the border you can view queues at the checkpoint Otacz.
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Truck Drivers Portal
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Otacz: Ukrainian border-guard shift change at the Ukrainian–Moldovan border — when and how long to wait
Border guard shift change on the Ukrainian side of Otacz 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 trucks at Otacz 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 Moldova 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).
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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 trucks (TIR)
To cross the border at Krakovets-Korchova with a truck, you need:
Driver's documents:
- Passport
- Driving license of the appropriate category
- Registration in the "eCherha" system
Cargo documents:
- Bill of lading (CMR)
- Customs declarations and other documents depending on the type of transport
Licensing:
- License for international transport in paper form with a QR code
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 Otacz
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: Moldova: Information not available
Total number of lanes: Ukraine: Information not available
Information about operating hours and services may be inaccurate.
Contacts & Map
Contacts and address of checkpoint Otacz
Address: Moldova, Border Crossing Otacz
GPS Coordinates: 48.444859, 27.791351 Show on map
How to get there
Otacz border crossing is located on the border between Moldova and Ukraine.
Nearest checkpoints
Emergency Contacts & Support
Moldova 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 15:29 the wait at Otacz is ≈2 hr 15 min. 1 vehicles are in the queue. Roughly 117 min to 2 hr 33 min.
- Over the last 60 days the quietest day is Saturday, the quietest window is 02:00–04:00.