How long does it take to cross the border at Orlivka?
According to user reports, the full border crossing time is ≈ 330 min (~5 hours 30 minutes)
based on user experience
Last updated: Updated 19 hours 41 minute ago
How long is the wait in the border queue at Orlivka?
The queue wait time before the border ≈ 90 min (~1 hour 30 minutes)
based on user experience
Last updated: Updated 9 hours 3 minutes ago
Does the EES system work at Orlivka border crossing?
EES Inactive
Currently, the Entry/Exit System (EES) is not active at Orlivka 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
Real-time traffic conditions on roads leading to the border crossing. Data is automatically updated from TomTom Traffic and Autobahn.de.
During the period 15.06.2026 from 00:00 to 23:59 at the Orlivka - 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 08:00 15.06.2026 — 9 cars. The highest point was recorded at 08:00 15.06.2026 — 9 cars.
Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00):
The number of vehicles during Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00). The lowest point was observed at 18:00 15.06.2026 — 18 cars. The highest point was recorded at 18:00 15.06.2026 — 18 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 15.06.2026 — 18 cars. The highest point was recorded at 18:00 15.06.2026 — 18 cars.
Night hours (00:00 - 06:00):
No data for Night hours (00:00 - 06:00).
To avoid long queues at the Orlivka - 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 8:00 and 18:00 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 Orlivka - car checkpoint to make your crossing fast and convenient. Pay special attention to these hours to avoid peak times and reduce waiting times.
Best days:
Tuesday-Sunday (9 cars,
~1.5-2.5 hrs).
Avoid:
Wednesday (35 cars).
| Day | Cars | Load | Wait time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🟡 Mon | 24 | 69% | ~4-5 hrs |
| 🟢 Tue | 9 | 26% | ~1.5-2.5 hrs |
| 🔴 Wed | 35 | 100% | ~5.8-6.8 hrs |
| 🟢 Fri | 17 | 49% | ~2.8-3.8 hrs |
| 🟠 Sat | 30 | 86% | ~5-6 hrs |
| 🟢 Sun | 17 | 49% | ~2.8-3.8 hrs |
Peak time: Tuesday 01:00 - 03:00.
Average wait time on Sunday: from 90 up to 90 min..
Based on the data, the best time to cross the border is Tuesday or Sunday, when the queue is shortest.
Which day is best to cross Orlivka by car?
Tuesday or Sunday — shortest queue (9 cars, ~1.5-2.5 hrs waiting).
When to avoid crossing at Orlivka?
Wednesday — peak load (35 cars).
What is the average queue wait time?
Depends on the day: 1-3 hrs (Tue), 2-4 hrs (Fri, Sun), 4-5 hrs (Mon), 5-7 hrs (Wed), 5-6 hrs (Sat).
Ukrainian men in this age group MUST HAVE one of these documents to cross the border:
One of these documents is MANDATORY:
| Military ID | Military commissariat (1-2 weeks) |
| VLK Certificate | Military commissariat (1-3 days) |
| Booking Certificate | TCC of your region (1-5 days) |
| Exit Permit from TCC | TCC of your region (2-7 days) |
Don't travel to the border without one of these documents. Better to spend a few days getting the document.
Green Card is mandatory vehicle insurance for all cars. Important to know:
This rule applies to all types of purchase:
What to do?
To ensure a quick inspection, make sure you have the basic set of documents. A full list of requirements and exceptions is available on our Border Crossing Rules page.
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: Ukraine: Data not found
Total number of lanes: Romania: Data not found
Address: 68831, Ukraine, Odes`ka oblast, Reni district, Orlivka village council, Poromna road, 1
Phone: +38 (04840) 6-25-16 или +38 (063) 129-84-88 (с понедельника по пятницу, с 09:00 до 18:00)
Email: eusdr.association@ukr.net
GPS Coordinates: 45.292815, 28.458115 Show on map
The "Orlivka Ferry Complex" is located on the left bank of the Danube, 4 km from the village of Orlivka in the Reni district of Odesa region, and 2 km from the international highway M-15 (E 87).
