Queue at Rakovets — Diakivtsi
passenger car
27
min
Wait time
Much quieter than usual
Forecast for next 6 hours
LIVE
Much quieter than usual
Predicted
What the chart shows
Predicted current queue:
15 cars
Peak load:
15 cars (~1 h 46 min)
Shortest queue:
3 cars (~35 min)
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Best time to cross Rakovets today
09:00↓96%−96%
14:00↓94%−94%
16:00↓94%−94%
Shorter queues at nearby crossings — Rakovets
Current Data
As of 04:36, at Rakovets checkpoint there are 2 cars waiting.
How long does it take to cross the border at Rakovets?
According to user reports, the full border crossing time is ≈ 15 min (~15 minutes)
based on user experience
Last updated: Updated 3 days ago
How long is the wait in the border queue at Rakovets?
The queue wait time before the border ≈ 131 min (~2 hours 11 minutes)
based on user experience
Last updated: Updated 1 day ago
Does the EES system work at Rakovets border crossing?
EES Inactive
Currently, the Entry/Exit System (EES) is not active at Rakovets 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
Free flow 60 km/h
120 h ago
Real-time traffic conditions on roads leading to the border crossing. Data is automatically updated from TomTom Traffic and Autobahn.de.
Free flow
60 km/h
Nearby Road Incidents
5
Closure
32 km
32 km
Closure
32.9 km
32.9 km
Closure
34.1 km
34.1 km
Closure
39.3 km
39.3 km
Closure
47.3 km
47.3 km
Rakovets: 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 Rakovets 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 Rakovets 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
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 Rakovets - passenger car checkpoint for Yesterday
During the period 30.07.2026 from 00:00 to 23:59 at the Rakovets - 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 Rakovets - 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 Rakovets - 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
2h 15min
(20 cars)
Difference: -1h 48min
Peak Hours
Travel Planning Rakovets By car
Best days:
Wednesday-Monday (4 cars,
~0.4-1.4 hrs).
Avoid:
Sunday (40 cars).
Queue comparison by day of week
| Day | Cars | Load | Wait time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🟢 Mon | 9 | 23% | ~0.9-1.9 hrs |
| 🟢 Wed | 4 | 10% | ~0.4-1.4 hrs |
| 🔴 Sun | 40 | 100% | ~4-5 hrs |
Based on the data, the best time to cross the border is Wednesday or Monday, when the queue is shortest.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which day is best to cross Rakovets by car?
Wednesday or Monday — shortest queue (4 cars, ~0.4-1.4 hrs waiting).
When to avoid crossing at Rakovets?
Sunday — peak load (40 cars).
What is the average queue wait time?
Depends on the day: 0-2 hrs (Mon, Wed), 4-5 hrs (Sun).
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 Rakovets
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.
Contacts & Map
Contacts and address of checkpoint Rakovets
Address: Romania, Border Crossing Rakovets
GPS Coordinates: 48.099012, 26.281062 Show on map
How to get there
Rakovets border crossing is located on the border between Romania and Ukraine.
Nearest checkpoints
- Siret – 20.5 km
- Vicovu de Sus – 51.9 km
- Sighetu Marmatiei – 179.6 km
- Halmeu – 243.9 km
- Isaccea – 354.1 km
Emergency Contacts & Support
Romania Emergency Services
Ukraine Emergency Services
Roadside Assistance
Roadside Assistance
Always carry your passport and vehicle documents!