How long does it take to cross the border at Vicovu de Sus?
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 Vicovu de Sus?
The queue wait time before the border ≈ 42 min (~42 minutes)
based on user experience
Last updated: Updated 12 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
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 buses 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.
On the other side of the border (Romania), 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.
Best days:
Monday (1 buses,
~0.1-1.1 hrs).
Avoid:
Monday (1 buses).
| Day | Buses | Load | Wait time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🔴 Mon | 1 | 100% | ~0.1-1.1 hrs |
Based on the data, the best time to cross the border is Monday, when the queue is shortest.
Which day is best to cross Vicovu de Sus by bus?
Monday — shortest queue (1 buses, ~0.1-1.1 hrs waiting).
When to avoid crossing at Vicovu de Sus?
Monday — peak load (1 buses).
What is the average queue wait time?
Depends on the day: 0-2 hrs (Mon).
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: Romania: Data not found
Total number of lanes: Ukraine: Data not found
Address:
GPS Coordinates: 47.948496, 25.620864 Show on map
