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How long does it take to cross the border at Starokozache?
According to user reports, the full border crossing time is ≈ 30 min (~30 minutes)
based on user experience
Last updated: Updated 2 days ago
How long is the wait in the border queue at Starokozache?
The queue wait time before the border ≈ 120 min (~2 hours)
based on user experience
Last updated: Updated 12 hours 3 minutes ago
In online mode using a webcam at the border you can view queues at the checkpoint Starokozache.
Camera signal not detected.
During a state of emergency in Ukraine, cameras are not available to the public.
Border guard shift change on the Ukrainian side of Starokozache 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 cars at Starokozache 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 (Moldova), 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 01.06.2026 from 00:00 to 23:59 at the Starokozache - passenger 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 01.06.2026 — 2 cars. The highest point was recorded at 12:00 01.06.2026 — 4 cars.
Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00):
The number of vehicles during Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00). The lowest point was observed at 12:00 01.06.2026 — 4 cars. The highest point was recorded at 14:00 01.06.2026 — 5 cars.
Evening hours (18:00 - 24:00):
No data for Evening hours (18:00 - 24:00).
Night hours (00:00 - 06:00):
No data for Night hours (00:00 - 06:00).
To avoid long queues at the Starokozache - passenger 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 12:00 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 Starokozache - passenger 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 (11 cars,
~1.8-2.8 hrs).
Avoid:
Saturday (34 cars).
| Day | Cars | Load | Wait time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🟢 Mon | 16 | 47% | ~2.7-3.7 hrs |
| 🟢 Tue | 11 | 32% | ~1.8-2.8 hrs |
| 🟢 Thu | 13 | 38% | ~2.2-3.2 hrs |
| 🟢 Fri | 17 | 50% | ~2.8-3.8 hrs |
| 🔴 Sat | 34 | 100% | ~5.7-6.7 hrs |
| 🟢 Sun | 13 | 38% | ~2.2-3.2 hrs |
Peak time: Tuesday 15:00 - 17:00 and 07:00 - 09:00.
Average wait time on Sunday: from 120 up to 120 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 Starokozache by car?
Tuesday or Sunday — shortest queue (11 cars, ~1.8-2.8 hrs waiting).
When to avoid crossing at Starokozache?
Saturday — peak load (34 cars).
What is the average queue wait time?
Depends on the day: 1-3 hrs (Tue), 2-4 hrs (Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun), 5-7 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 at the Krakovets-Korchova border crossing point in a passenger car, make sure you have the necessary set of documents.
ALLOWED (with limits)
Example: 0.5L vodka + 1L wine = within limits
Package must be sealed!
Meat from non-EU countries is PROHIBITED!
PROHIBITED
Electronic vignette required for highway travel
Transport Type: automobile
Total number of lanes: Ukraine: Data not found
Total number of lanes: Moldova: Data not found
Address: Ukraine, Border Crossing Starokozache
GPS Coordinates: 46.386246, 29.980754 Show on map
Starokozache border crossing is located on the border between Ukraine and Moldova.
