How long is the wait in the border queue at Malhowice?
The queue wait time before the border ≈ 20 min (~20 minutes)
based on user experience
Last updated: Updated 4 days ago
Does the EES system work at Malhowice border crossing?
EES Active
Yes, the Entry/Exit System (EES) is active at Malhowice border crossing. EES is an EU automated system for registering entry and exit of third-country nationals crossing the external borders of the Schengen Area.
The system records the date, time and place of border crossing, as well as biometric data (fingerprints and facial photo).
No cameras available at this checkpoint
Border guard shift change on the Ukrainian side 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 all crossing types often 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.
Best days:
Monday-Friday (1 cars,
~2-3 hrs).
Avoid:
Saturday (2 cars).
| Day | Cars | Load | Wait time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🟢 Mon | 1 | 50% | ~2-3 hrs |
| 🟢 Fri | 1 | 50% | ~2-3 hrs |
| 🔴 Sat | 2 | 100% | ~4-5 hrs |
| 🟢 Sun | 1 | 50% | ~2-3 hrs |
Based on the data, the best time to cross the border is Monday or Friday, when the queue is shortest.
Which day is best to cross Malhowice by car?
Monday or Friday — shortest queue (1 cars, ~2-3 hrs waiting).
When to avoid crossing at Malhowice?
Saturday — peak load (2 cars).
What is the average queue wait time?
Depends on the day: 2-3 hrs (Mon, Fri, Sun), 4-5 hrs (Sat).
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: Poland: Data not found
Total number of lanes: Ukraine: Data not found
Address:
GPS Coordinates: 49.694055, 22.817028 Show on map
