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As of 05:30 the wait at Mali Selmentsi is 15 min.

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Queue at Mali Selmentsi — Velke Slemence (and cyclists) (pedestrian)

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Forecast for next 6 hours7-day queue forecast

Forecast is based on historical data and current trends. Day of week, time of day, and seasonality are taken into account.Typical daily peak queue for the week ahead

Mon · 14.09.202614–20 September 2026

LIVE0 pedestrians (~15 min)As usual

As of 05:30 there are 0 pedestrians in the queue, estimated wait ~15 min; usually at this hour: 0 pedestrians (as usual).

Forecast for next 6 hoursToday (Mon · 14.09.2026): Peak load 14:00 — 65 pedestrians (~6 h 45 min), Shortest queue 06:00 — 0 pedestrians (~15 min) · Next hours: 06:00 — 0, 07:00 — 0, 08:00 — 1, 09:00 — 2, 10:00 — 4, 11:00 — 505:00 — 0 pedestrians · Actual05Predicted · 06:00 — 0 pedestriansNow · 06:00 — 0 pedestrians · Wait time ~15 min0Now07:00 — 0 pedestrians · Wait time ~15 min00708:00 — 1 pedestrian · Wait time ~22 min10809:00 — 2 pedestrians · Wait time ~29 min20910:00 — 4 pedestrians · Wait time ~37 min41011:00 — 5 pedestrians · Wait time ~45 min51112:00 — 3 pedestrians · Wait time ~30 min1213:00 — 8 pedestrians · Wait time ~1 h 2 min13
Forecast for next 6 hoursToday (Mon · 14.09.2026): Peak load 14:00 — 65 pedestrians (~6 h 45 min), Shortest queue 06:00 — 0 pedestrians (~15 min) · Next hours: 06:00 — 0, 07:00 — 0, 08:00 — 1, 09:00 — 2, 10:00 — 4, 11:00 — 500:00 — 0 pedestrians · Actual0001:00 — 0 pedestrians · Actual02:00 — 0 pedestrians · Actual03:00 — 0 pedestrians · Actual0304:00 — 0 pedestrians · Actual05:00 — 0 pedestrians · ActualPredicted · 06:00 — 0 pedestriansNow · 06:00 — 0 pedestrians · Wait time ~15 min0Now07:00 — 0 pedestrians · Wait time ~15 min008:00 — 1 pedestrian · Wait time ~22 min109:00 — 2 pedestrians · Wait time ~29 min20910:00 — 4 pedestrians · Wait time ~37 min411:00 — 5 pedestrians · Wait time ~45 min512:00 — 3 pedestrians · Wait time ~30 min1213:00 — 8 pedestrians · Wait time ~1 h 2 min14:00 — 65 pedestrians · Wait time ~6 h 45 min15:00 — 0 pedestrians · Wait time ~15 min1516:00 — 0 pedestrians · Wait time ~15 min17:00 — 0 pedestrians · Wait time ~15 min18:00 — 16 pedestrians · Wait time ~1 h 52 min1819:00 — 0 pedestrians · Wait time ~15 min20:00 — 33 pedestrians · Wait time ~3 h 30 min21:00 — 5 pedestrians · Wait time ~42 min2122:00 — 8 pedestrians · Wait time ~1 h 2 min23:00 — 4 pedestrians · Wait time ~38 min
05:000 pedestrians
Now0 pedestrians~15 minShortest queue
07:000 pedestrians~15 minRecommended times
08:001 pedestrian~22 min
09:002 pedestrians~29 min
10:004 pedestrians~37 minBetter to avoid
11:005 pedestrians~45 minBetter to avoid
12:003 pedestrians~30 min
13:008 pedestrians~1 h 2 min
00:000 pedestrians
01:000 pedestrians
02:000 pedestrians
03:000 pedestrians
04:000 pedestrians
05:000 pedestrians
Now0 pedestrians~15 minShortest queue
07:000 pedestrians~15 minRecommended times
08:001 pedestrian~22 min
09:002 pedestrians~29 min
10:004 pedestrians~37 minBetter to avoid
11:005 pedestrians~45 minBetter to avoid
12:003 pedestrians~30 min
13:008 pedestrians~1 h 2 min
14:0065 pedestrians~6 h 45 minPeak load
15:000 pedestrians~15 minRecommended times
16:000 pedestrians~15 min
17:000 pedestrians~15 min
18:0016 pedestrians~1 h 52 min
19:000 pedestrians~15 min
20:0033 pedestrians~3 h 30 min
21:005 pedestrians~42 min
22:008 pedestrians~1 h 2 min
23:004 pedestrians~38 min

Peak load hours — Better to avoid: 10:00, 11:00, 14:00. Best crossing times — Recommended times: 06:00, 07:00, 15:00.

ActualNowPredicted 0Pedestrians

Today (Mon · 14.09.2026): Peak load 14:00 — 65 pedestrians (~6 h 45 min), Shortest queue 06:00 — 0 pedestrians (~15 min) · Next hours: 06:00 — 0, 07:00 — 0, 08:00 — 1, 09:00 — 2, 10:00 — 4, 11:00 — 5

Queue Forecast Smart Forecast

Updated:

Forecast for Mali Selmentsi (pedestrians) — updated at 06:00, covering today.

• This morning (06:00–12:00): ~25 min, moderate load (peaks at ~45 min around 11:00).
• Midday today (12:00–17:00): ~105 min, very busy (peaks at ~6 h 45 min around 14:00).
• This evening (17:00–21:00): ~90 min, very busy (peaks at ~3 h 30 min around 20:00).
• Late tonight (21:00–00:00): ~45 min, busy (peaks at ~60 min around 23:00).

Best time to cross: This morning (06:00–12:00).

Next update: today at 08:00.
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7-day queue forecastPeak load: Tue 15.09 — 80 pedestrians (14:00) · Shortest queue: Wed 16.09 — 0 pedestrians (00:00) · Today (Mon · 14.09.2026): Peak load 14:00 — 65 pedestrians (~6 h 45 min), Shortest queue 06:00 — 0 pedestrians (~15 min) · Next hours: 06:00 — 0, 07:00 — 0, 08:00 — 1, 09:00 — 2, 10:00 — 4, 11:00 — 5Mon 14.09: 65 pedestrians65Mon 14Tue 15.09: 80 pedestrians80Tue 15Wed 16.09: 49 pedestrians49Wed 16Thu 17.09: 50 pedestrians50Thu 17Fri 18.09: 49 pedestrians49Fri 18Sat 19.09: 50 pedestrians50Sat 19Sun 20.09: 49 pedestrians49Sun 20

Peak load: Tue 15.09 — 80 pedestrians (14:00) · Shortest queue: Wed 16.09 — 0 pedestrians (00:00) · Today (Mon · 14.09.2026): Peak load 14:00 — 65 pedestrians (~6 h 45 min), Shortest queue 06:00 — 0 pedestrians (~15 min) · Next hours: 06:00 — 0, 07:00 — 0, 08:00 — 1, 09:00 — 2, 10:00 — 4, 11:00 — 5

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Mon · 14.09.2026Peak load 14:00 · 65 pedestrians   Shortest queue 00:00 · 0 pedestrians
Mon 14.09: Peak load 14:00 — 65 pedestrians; Shortest queue 00:00 — 0 pedestrians00:00 — 000001:00 — 002:00 — 203:00 — 00304:00 — 005:00 — 006:00 — 00607:00 — 008:00 — 109:00 — 20910:00 — 411:00 — 512:00 — 31213:00 — 814:00 — 656515:00 — 01516:00 — 017:00 — 018:00 — 161819:00 — 020:00 — 3321:00 — 52122:00 — 823:00 — 4
Tue · 15.09.2026Peak load 14:00 · 80 pedestrians   Shortest queue 00:00 · 0 pedestrians
Tue 15.09: Peak load 14:00 — 80 pedestrians; Shortest queue 00:00 — 0 pedestrians00:00 — 000001:00 — 002:00 — 303:00 — 00304:00 — 005:00 — 006:00 — 00607:00 — 008:00 — 209:00 — 60910:00 — 2011:00 — 2012:00 — 21213:00 — 1014:00 — 808015:00 — 01516:00 — 017:00 — 018:00 — 201819:00 — 020:00 — 4021:00 — 62122:00 — 1023:00 — 5
Wed · 16.09.2026Peak load 14:00 · 49 pedestrians   Shortest queue 00:00 · 0 pedestrians
Wed 16.09: Peak load 14:00 — 49 pedestrians; Shortest queue 00:00 — 0 pedestrians00:00 — 000001:00 — 002:00 — 303:00 — 00304:00 — 005:00 — 006:00 — 00607:00 — 008:00 — 209:00 — 60910:00 — 2011:00 — 2012:00 — 21213:00 — 614:00 — 494915:00 — 01516:00 — 017:00 — 018:00 — 121819:00 — 020:00 — 2521:00 — 32122:00 — 623:00 — 3
Thu · 17.09.2026Peak load 14:00 · 50 pedestrians   Shortest queue 00:00 · 0 pedestrians
Thu 17.09: Peak load 14:00 — 50 pedestrians; Shortest queue 00:00 — 0 pedestrians00:00 — 000001:00 — 002:00 — 203:00 — 00304:00 — 005:00 — 006:00 — 00607:00 — 008:00 — 209:00 — 60910:00 — 2011:00 — 2012:00 — 21213:00 — 614:00 — 505015:00 — 01516:00 — 017:00 — 018:00 — 121819:00 — 020:00 — 2521:00 — 42122:00 — 623:00 — 3
Fri · 18.09.2026Peak load 14:00 · 49 pedestrians   Shortest queue 00:00 · 0 pedestrians
Fri 18.09: Peak load 14:00 — 49 pedestrians; Shortest queue 00:00 — 0 pedestrians00:00 — 000001:00 — 002:00 — 203:00 — 00304:00 — 005:00 — 006:00 — 00607:00 — 008:00 — 209:00 — 60910:00 — 2011:00 — 2012:00 — 21213:00 — 614:00 — 494915:00 — 01516:00 — 017:00 — 018:00 — 121819:00 — 020:00 — 2521:00 — 32122:00 — 623:00 — 3
Sat · 19.09.2026Peak load 14:00 · 50 pedestrians   Shortest queue 00:00 · 0 pedestrians
Sat 19.09: Peak load 14:00 — 50 pedestrians; Shortest queue 00:00 — 0 pedestrians00:00 — 000001:00 — 002:00 — 203:00 — 00304:00 — 005:00 — 006:00 — 00607:00 — 008:00 — 209:00 — 300910:00 — 2011:00 — 3012:00 — 201213:00 — 4014:00 — 505015:00 — 01516:00 — 017:00 — 018:00 — 01819:00 — 020:00 — 921:00 — 02122:00 — 623:00 — 3
Sun · 20.09.2026Peak load 14:00 · 49 pedestrians   Shortest queue 00:00 · 0 pedestrians
Sun 20.09: Peak load 14:00 — 49 pedestrians; Shortest queue 00:00 — 0 pedestrians00:00 — 000001:00 — 002:00 — 203:00 — 00304:00 — 005:00 — 006:00 — 00607:00 — 008:00 — 209:00 — 300910:00 — 2011:00 — 3012:00 — 201213:00 — 4014:00 — 494915:00 — 01516:00 — 017:00 — 018:00 — 01819:00 — 020:00 — 921:00 — 02122:00 — 623:00 — 3

Estimated from historical patterns for this crossing. Actual queues vary.

Detailed statistics for today and yesterday · Peak Hours · Data Comparison

Detailed statistics for today and yesterday

Border Queue Analysis at the Mali Selmentsi - pedestrian checkpoint for Yesterday

During the period 13.09.2026 from 00:00 to 23:59 at the Mali Selmentsi - pedestrian checkpoint, the following key moments were recorded:

Morning hours (06:00 - 12:00):
The number of vehicles stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 0 to 0 pedestrians. The lowest point was observed at 09:00 13.09.2026 — 0 pedestrians. The highest point was recorded at 09:00 13.09.2026 — 0 pedestrians.

Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00):
The number of vehicles stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 0 to 0 pedestrians. The lowest point was observed at 12:00 13.09.2026 — 0 pedestrians. The highest point was recorded at 12:00 13.09.2026 — 0 pedestrians.

Evening hours (18:00 - 24:00):
The number of vehicles stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 0 to 0 pedestrians. The lowest point was observed at 18:00 13.09.2026 — 0 pedestrians. The highest point was recorded at 18:00 13.09.2026 — 0 pedestrians.

Night hours (00:00 - 06:00):
The number of vehicles stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 0 to 0 pedestrians. The lowest point was observed at 00:00 13.09.2026 — 0 pedestrians. The highest point was recorded at 00:00 13.09.2026 — 0 pedestrians.

Chart for Yesterday and the Day Before

Recommendations

To avoid long queues at the Mali Selmentsi - pedestrian 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 5:00 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 Mali Selmentsi - pedestrian 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
15min
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Source: nakordoni.eu
Updated: 05:30
Official Data
15min
(0 cars)
Source: State Border Guard of Ukraine
Updated: 05:30
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Peak Hours

Travel Planning Mali Selmentsi On foot

Best days: Tuesday, Thursday (13 pedestrians, ~1.6-2.6 hrs).
Avoid: Sunday (35 pedestrians).

Queue comparison by day of week

Day Pedestrians Load Wait time
🟡 Mon2366%~2.6-3.6 hrs
🟢 Tue1543%~1.8-2.8 hrs
🟢 Wed1851%~2.1-3.1 hrs
🟢 Thu1337%~1.6-2.6 hrs
🟡 Fri2571%~2.8-3.8 hrs
🟠 Sat2777%~3-4 hrs
🔴 Sun35100%~3.8-4.8 hrs

Peak time: Monday 14:00 - 16:00 and 08:00 - 10:00.

Average wait time on Sunday: from 195 up to 375 min..

Based on the data, the best time to cross the border is Thursday or Tuesday, when the queue is shortest.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which day is best to cross Mali Selmentsi on foot?

Thursday or Tuesday — shortest queue (13 pedestrians, ~1.6-2.6 hrs waiting).

When to avoid crossing at Mali Selmentsi?

Sunday — peak load (35 pedestrians).

What is the average queue wait time?

Depends on the day: 1-3 hrs (Tue, Thu), 2-4 hrs (Mon, Wed, Fri), 3-4 hrs (Sat), 3-5 hrs (Sun).

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Best Time to Cross Mali Selmentsi today

06:00↓100%−100%
07:00↓100%−100%
15:00↓100%−100%
Based on historical data.
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Shorter queues at nearby crossings — Mali Selmentsi

0Malyi Bereznii46 km · ≈61 min0Uzhhorod18 km · ≈24 min
Here: 0 pedestrians

Current Data

As of 05:30, there is no queue at Mali Selmentsi checkpoint.

How long is the wait in the border queue at Mali Selmentsi?

The queue wait time before the border ≈ 45 min (~45 minutes)

based on user experience

Updated 40 days ago

Does the EES system work at Mali Selmentsi border crossing?

EES Inactive

Currently, the Entry/Exit System (EES) is not active at Mali Selmentsi 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.

Learn more about EES

Information provided for trip planning only. Actual conditions may differ. Always check the latest data before departure.
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Mali Selmentsi: Ukrainian border-guard shift change at the Ukrainian–Slovak border — when and how long to wait

Border guard shift change on the Ukrainian side of Mali Selmentsi 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 pedestrians at Mali Selmentsi 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.

At the neighboring Slovakia checkpoint the border-guard shift change happens at the same local times, but Slovakia is on Central European Time — one hour behind Kyiv — so there it falls around 07:00 and 19:00 Kyiv time. Because the two shifts overlap, the slowdown stretches into wider windows on both sides: roughly 07:00–08:30 in the morning and 19:00–20:30 in the evening (Kyiv time). During these intervals, processing on both sides can noticeably slow down.

Mali Selmentsi: what this crossing is

Route: Mali Selmentsi (UA) — Velke Slemence (SK). Distance from Uzhhorod: 38 km (~45 min); from Košice: 92 km (~1 h 10 min). Opening hours: 08:00–20:00 daily, no days off.

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If the queue is long: a quick check before you join it

  • Fuel: fill up before the border — the engine runs for hours in the queue and the first station across may be 20–30 km away (fuel prices nearby).
  • Water and food for 4–6 hours, a bag for rubbish.
  • Power bank and cable — you need the phone for eCherha, navigation and reporting the queue.
  • Some cash in the currency of the country you are entering — not every kiosk or station near the border takes cards.
  • Documents in one place: passport, vehicle registration, insurance, Green Card (full list).
  • Toilets, cafés, currency exchange — services near the crossing.

How we calculate the wait time

Every figure on this page — the hero, today’s chart, the 7-day forecast and the source comparison — comes from one model, so they never contradict each other.

Why our figure differs from the official one

The DPSU reports the number of vehicles it sees on its side, eCherha counts only registered trucks and buses, and a camera shows one stretch of road. We combine these sources with driver reports and convert them into a wait time using this crossing’s own history, so our figure is an estimate of crossing time, not a vehicle count.

How the model works

  1. Base wait = vehicles in the queue × the average processing time per vehicle at this crossing (learned from the last weeks of history).
  2. The base wait is then adjusted for the lane mode, the weather and the current processing speed, with a correction around border-guard shift changes.
  3. The next-hours and 7-day forecasts use the same model on the typical profile of this weekday.

The best time is the hour with the lowest forecast queue from now until the end of the day; hours with known counter glitches are excluded.

The update time is shown in the hero. When no new data arrives for several hours, the page marks it as outdated and offers a refresh.

ℹ️ How is the forecast calculated? ▼
Data source:

Automatic calculation based on historical queue data and current checkpoint situation.

Factors considered:

The model analyzes typical load patterns by time of day and day of week.

Limitations:

Actual waiting time may vary due to unforeseen circumstances (repairs, incidents, seasonal peaks).

Improvements:

Forecast accuracy improves with more real-time data from users and official sources.

Data sources

Official sources: eQueue (eCherha), MoI/Police — border, Financial Administration (Customs)

Data source: Nakordoni’s own estimate, built from the sources listed above

Updated (local time, UTC+3)

At a glance

  • As of 05:30 the wait at Mali Selmentsi is 15 min.
  • Usually at this hour there are 0 vehicles in the queue here; right now it is as usual.