Does the EES system work at Vyshne-Nemetske border crossing?
EES Inactive
Currently, the Entry/Exit System (EES) is not active at Vyshne-Nemetske 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
Border guard shift change on the Ukrainian side of Vyshne-Nemetske 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 Vyshne-Nemetske 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.
On the other side of the border (Slovakia), the local border service has its own shift schedule that is not publicly published. Total cross-border wait depends on both sides, but on outbound from Ukraine — especially on peak days — the Ukrainian 08:00/20:00 shift is typically the limiting factor.
During the period 26.06.2026 from 00:00 to 23:59 at the Vyshne-Nemetske - cargo transport 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 08:00 26.06.2026 — 1 truck. The highest point was recorded at 08:00 26.06.2026 — 1 truck.
Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00):
The number of vehicles during Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00). The lowest point was observed at 12:00 26.06.2026 — 1 truck. The highest point was recorded at 12:00 26.06.2026 — 1 truck.
Evening hours (18:00 - 24:00):
The number of vehicles during Evening hours (18:00 - 24:00). The lowest point was observed at 20:00 26.06.2026 — 1 truck. The highest point was recorded at 20:00 26.06.2026 — 1 truck.
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 26.06.2026 — 1 truck. The highest point was recorded at 00:00 26.06.2026 — 1 truck.
To avoid long queues at the Vyshne-Nemetske - 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 :00 and 4:00 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 Vyshne-Nemetske - cargo transport checkpoint to make your crossing fast and convenient. Pay special attention to these hours to avoid peak times and reduce waiting times.
Our Data vs Official Source
Best days:
Monday-Wednesday (6 trucks,
~12-13 hrs).
Avoid:
Wednesday (14 trucks).
| Day | Trucks | Load | Wait time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🟢 Mon | 6 | 43% | ~12-13 hrs |
| 🔴 Wed | 14 | 100% | ~28-29 hrs |
Based on the data, the best time to cross the border is Monday or Wednesday, when the queue is shortest.
Which day is best to cross Vyshne-Nemetske by truck?
Monday or Wednesday — shortest queue (6 trucks, ~12-13 hrs waiting).
When to avoid crossing at Vyshne-Nemetske?
Wednesday — peak load (14 trucks).
What is the average queue wait time?
Depends on the day: 12-13 hrs (Mon), 28-29 hrs (Wed).
Information about the documents required for leaving the EU will be available here soon.
ALLOWED (with limits)
Example: 0.5L vodka + 1L wine = within limits
Package must be sealed!
Meat from non-EU countries is PROHIBITED!
PROHIBITED
Transport Type: automobile
Total number of lanes: Slovakia: Data not found
Total number of lanes: Ukraine: Data not found
Address: Košice Region, Sobrance District, Vyšne Nemecké village.
Phone: +421961754120
GPS Coordinates: 48.653606, 22.26571 Show on map
By car:
from Bratislava take route E58 to Nitra, from Nitra take route E58 to Zvolen, from Zvolen take route E58 to Rimavská Sobota, from Rimavská Sobota take route E58 to Košice, from Košice take route E58 to Michalovce, from Michalovce take route E58 to Vyšné Nemecké and then to the border checkpoint "Vyšné Nemecké".
