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Current Data
How long does it take to cross the border at Vicovu de Sus?
According to user reports, the full border crossing time is ≈ 37 min (~37 minutes)
based on user experience
Last updated: Updated 4 days ago
How long is the wait in the border queue at Vicovu de Sus?
The queue wait time before the border ≈ 60 min (~1 hour)
based on user experience
Last updated: Updated 32 days ago
Does the EES system work at Vicovu de Sus border crossing?
EES Inactive
Currently, the Entry/Exit System (EES) is not active at Vicovu de Sus 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.
No cameras available at this checkpoint
Vicovu de Sus: 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 Vicovu de Sus 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 Vicovu de Sus 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).
Queue Chart: Today & Yesterday
Queue at checkpoint for the last 24 hours
Detailed statistics for today and yesterday · Peak Hours · Data Comparison
Detailed statistics for today and yesterday
Border Queue Analysis at the Vicovu de Sus - passenger car checkpoint for Yesterday
During the period 30.07.2026 from 00:00 to 23:59 at the Vicovu de Sus - 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 06:00 30.07.2026 — 2 cars. The highest point was recorded at 06:00 30.07.2026 — 2 cars.
Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00):
The number of vehicles during Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00). The lowest point was observed at 12:00 30.07.2026 — 2 cars. The highest point was recorded at 12:00 30.07.2026 — 2 cars.
Evening hours (18:00 - 24:00):
The number of vehicles during Evening hours (18:00 - 24:00). The lowest point was observed at 18:00 30.07.2026 — 2 cars. The highest point was recorded at 18:00 30.07.2026 — 2 cars.
Night hours (00:00 - 06:00):
The number of vehicles during Night hours (00:00 - 06:00). The lowest point was observed at 00:00 30.07.2026 — 2 cars. The highest point was recorded at 00:00 30.07.2026 — 2 cars.
Chart for Yesterday and the Day Before
Recommendations
To avoid long queues at the Vicovu de Sus - 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 Vicovu de Sus - 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
Peak Hours
Travel Planning Vicovu de Sus By car
Best days:
Monday (4 cars,
~0.4-1.4 hrs).
Avoid:
Monday (4 cars).
Queue comparison by day of week
| Day | Cars | Load | Wait time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🔴 Mon | 4 | 100% | ~0.4-1.4 hrs |
Based on the data, the best time to cross the border is Monday, when the queue is shortest.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which day is best to cross Vicovu de Sus by car?
Monday — shortest queue (4 cars, ~0.4-1.4 hrs waiting).
When to avoid crossing at Vicovu de Sus?
Monday — peak load (4 cars).
What is the average queue wait time?
Depends on the day: 0-2 hrs (Mon).
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)
- 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
- 200 cigarettes
- 100 cigarillos
- 50 cigars
- 250g tobacco
Package must be sealed!
- 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!
- Up to €10,000 — NO declaration needed
- Over €10,000 — MUST declare
- Clothing, shoes (reasonable amount)
- Cosmetics (for personal use)
- Electronics (one laptop, one phone)
- Medicine (with prescription)
PROHIBITED
- ANY weapon (even non-functional)
- Ammunition
- Knives with blade >12 cm
- ALL recreational drugs — STRICTLY PROHIBITED
- Prescription medicine — only with prescription
- Archaeological artifacts (without permits)
- Paintings, icons from old churches
- RAW meat
- Unpasteurized milk
- Eggs
Facilities
Checkpoint Characteristics and Equipment Vicovu de Sus
Transport Type: road crossing
Amenities:
Checkpoint Control Types:
Total number of lanes: Romania: Information not available
Total number of lanes: Ukraine: Information not available
Contacts & Map
Contacts and address of checkpoint Vicovu de Sus
Address: Ukraine, Chernivtsi Oblast, Krasnoilsk Settlement Hromada, КПП Красноїльськ (Ucraina, Chernivtsi Regiune, Krasnoilsk Settlement Hromada, КПП Красноїльськ)
GPS Coordinates: 47.946829, 25.62072 Show on map
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