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How long does it take to cross the border at Giurgiu?
According to user reports, the full border crossing time is ≈ 20 min (~20 minutes)
based on user experience
Last updated: Updated 46 days ago
How long is the wait in the border queue at Giurgiu?
The queue wait time before the border ≈ 90 min (~1 hour 30 minutes)
based on user experience
Last updated: Updated 33 days ago
Does the EES system work at Giurgiu border crossing?
EES Inactive
Currently, the Entry/Exit System (EES) is not active at Giurgiu 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.
Best days:
Monday (529 cars,
~88.2-89.2 hrs).
Avoid:
Monday (529 cars).
| Day | Cars | Load | Wait time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🔴 Mon | 529 | 100% | ~88.2-89.2 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 Giurgiu by car?
Monday — shortest queue (529 cars, ~88.2-89.2 hrs waiting).
When to avoid crossing at Giurgiu?
Monday — peak load (529 cars).
What is the average queue wait time?
Depends on the day: 88-90 hrs (Mon).
No cameras available at this checkpoint
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.
Before crossing the border, check that EVERYTHING works:
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: Romania: Data not found
Total number of lanes: Bulgaria: Data not found
Address: Romania, Border Crossing Giurgiu
GPS Coordinates: 45.48163, 28.22678 Show on map
Giurgiu border crossing is located on the border between Romania and Bulgaria.
