Does the EES system work at Paternieki border crossing?
EES Inactive
Currently, the Entry/Exit System (EES) is not active at Paternieki 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.
Best days:
Saturday-Wednesday (38 cars,
~6.3-7.3 hrs).
Avoid:
Monday (59 cars).
| Day | Cars | Load | Wait time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🔴 Mon | 59 | 100% | ~9.8-10.8 hrs |
| 🟡 Wed | 39 | 66% | ~6.5-7.5 hrs |
| 🟡 Sat | 38 | 64% | ~6.3-7.3 hrs |
Based on the data, the best time to cross the border is Saturday or Wednesday, when the queue is shortest.
Which day is best to cross Paternieki by car?
Saturday or Wednesday — shortest queue (38 cars, ~6.3-7.3 hrs waiting).
When to avoid crossing at Paternieki?
Monday — peak load (59 cars).
What is the average queue wait time?
Depends on the day: 6-8 hrs (Wed, Sat), 9-11 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: Latvia: Data not found
Total number of lanes: Belarus: Data not found
Address: Latvia, Border Crossing Paternieki
GPS Coordinates: 51.375612, 29.409339 Show on map
Paternieki border crossing is located on the border between Latvia and Belarus.
