Queue at Otacz — Mohyliv-Podilskyi (cargo transport)
cargo transport
111
min
Wait time
Much busier than usual
24°C
Forecast for next 6 hours
LIVE
Much busier than usual
Predicted
What the chart shows
Predicted current queue:
2 trucks
Peak load:
3 trucks (~32 min)
Shortest queue:
2 trucks (~24 min)
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Best time to cross Otacz today
14:00↓53%−53%
15:00↓53%−53%
22:00↓53%−53%
Current Data
As of 10:40, at Otacz checkpoint there are 16 cargo vehicles waiting.
Information provided for trip planning only. Actual conditions may differ. Always check the latest data before departure.
Live Cameras
Live Webcam Otacz in real time
In online mode using a webcam at the border you can view queues at the checkpoint Otacz.
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Truck Drivers Portal
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Otacz: Ukrainian border-guard shift change at the Ukrainian–Moldovan border — when and how long to wait
Border guard shift change on the Ukrainian side of Otacz 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 trucks at Otacz 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.
The neighboring Moldova checkpoint is in the same time zone as Ukraine (Kyiv time), so its shift change falls at roughly the same 08:00 and 20:00. Because both sides change at the same time, the slowdown is concentrated in narrow windows — about 08:00–08:30 in the morning and 20:00–20:30 in the evening (Kyiv time).
Queue Chart: Today & Yesterday
Queue at checkpoint for the last 24 hours
Real Data
Increased Load
Detailed statistics for today and yesterday · Peak Hours · Data Comparison
Detailed statistics for today and yesterday
Border Queue Analysis at the Otacz - cargo transport checkpoint for Yesterday
During the period 30.07.2026 from 00:00 to 23:59 at the Otacz - cargo transport checkpoint, the following key moments were recorded:
Morning hours (06:00 - 12:00):
No data for Morning hours (06:00 - 12:00).
Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00):
The number of vehicles during Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00). The lowest point was observed at 15:00 30.07.2026 — 2 trucks. The highest point was recorded at 15:00 30.07.2026 — 2 trucks.
Evening hours (18:00 - 24:00):
The number of vehicles during Evening hours (18:00 - 24:00). The lowest point was observed at 21:00 30.07.2026 — 1 truck. The highest point was recorded at 21:00 30.07.2026 — 1 truck.
Night hours (00:00 - 06:00):
No data for Night hours (00:00 - 06:00).
Chart for Yesterday and the Day Before
Recommendations
To avoid long queues at the Otacz - cargo transport 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 15:00 and 21:00 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 Otacz - cargo transport checkpoint to make your crossing fast and convenient. Pay special attention to these hours to avoid peak times and reduce waiting times.
Peak Hours
Travel Planning Otacz By freight transport
Best days:
Monday (2 trucks,
~0.2-1.2 hrs).
Avoid:
Monday (2 trucks).
Queue comparison by day of week
| Day | Trucks | Load | Wait time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🔴 Mon | 2 | 100% | ~0.2-1.2 hrs |
Based on the data, the best time to cross the border is Monday, when the queue is shortest.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which day is best to cross Otacz by truck?
Monday — shortest queue (2 trucks, ~0.2-1.2 hrs waiting).
When to avoid crossing at Otacz?
Monday — peak load (2 trucks).
What is the average queue wait time?
Depends on the day: 0-2 hrs (Mon).
Required Documents · green card · vehicle requirements · customs · vignette
Required Documents
Green Card Insurance: Activation Time
CRITICAL: Green Card Activation Timing
Green Card is mandatory vehicle insurance for all cars. Important to know:
When does it become active?
Insurance purchased TODAY will only become active TOMORROW at 00:00.
Insurance purchased TODAY will only become active TOMORROW at 00:00.
This rule applies to all types of purchase:
- Online purchase (active tomorrow)
- Insurance company office (active tomorrow)
- Kiosk near the border (active tomorrow)
What to do?
- Buy Green Card 1-2 days before your trip online
- Use your existing policy (if not expired)
- NOT recommended: buying at border kiosk (too late)
This is not a technical error — it's an EU insurance law.
Plan one day ahead! Without valid Green Card you cannot cross the border.
Plan one day ahead! Without valid Green Card you cannot cross the border.
For trucks (TIR)
To cross the border at Krakovets-Korchova with a truck, you need:
Driver's documents:
- Passport
- Driving license of the appropriate category
- Registration in the "eCherha" system
Cargo documents:
- Bill of lading (CMR)
- Customs declarations and other documents depending on the type of transport
Licensing:
- License for international transport in paper form with a QR code
Customs Rules: What You Can Transport
ALLOWED (with limits)
Alcohol (for adults 18+)
- Up to 1 liter of spirits (40%+)
- Up to 2 liters of wine
- Up to 4 liters of beer
- Or proportional combination
Example: 0.5L vodka + 1L wine = within limits
Tobacco products (for adults 18+)
- 200 cigarettes
- 100 cigarillos
- 50 cigars
- 250g tobacco
Package must be sealed!
Food products
- Dairy products: up to 2 kg (cheese OK)
- Meat/fish: up to 2 kg (canned OK, RAW NOT allowed)
- Fruits/vegetables: up to 2 kg
- Honey, jam: no limits
Meat from non-EU countries is PROHIBITED!
Cash
- Up to €10,000 — NO declaration needed
- Over €10,000 — MUST declare
Personal belongings
- Clothing, shoes (reasonable amount)
- Cosmetics (for personal use)
- Electronics (one laptop, one phone)
- Medicine (with prescription)
PROHIBITED
Weapons & Ammunition
- ANY weapon (even non-functional)
- Ammunition
- Knives with blade >12 cm
Drugs
- ALL recreational drugs — STRICTLY PROHIBITED
- Prescription medicine — only with prescription
Cultural valuables
- Archaeological artifacts (without permits)
- Paintings, icons from old churches
Animal products (without certificates)
- RAW meat
- Unpasteurized milk
- Eggs
If in doubt — declare it! Better to declare than to hide.
Facilities
Checkpoint Characteristics and Equipment Otacz
Transport Type: road crossing
Working Hours: 24/7
Amenities:
Mother and Child Room: Information not available;
Toilets: Information not available;
Food Facilities: Information not available;
Duty Free Shops: Information not available;
Mobile Communication: Information not available (contact mobile operators for details);
Wi-Fi Access: Information not available;
Bank Branch and/or Payment Terminal: Information not available;
Border Crossing with Pets: Information not available;
Checkpoint Control Types:
Phytosanitary: Information not available
Veterinary: Information not available
Ecological: Information not available
Sanitary: Information not available
Cultural Heritage Control: Information not available
International Road Transport Control: Information not available
Total number of lanes: Moldova: Information not available
Total number of lanes: Ukraine: Information not available
Information about operating hours and services may be inaccurate.
Contacts & Map
Contacts and address of checkpoint Otacz
Address: Moldova, Border Crossing Otacz
GPS Coordinates: 48.444859, 27.791351 Show on map
How to get there
Otacz border crossing is located on the border between Moldova and Ukraine.
Nearest checkpoints
Emergency Contacts & Support
Moldova Emergency Services
Ukraine Emergency Services
Roadside Assistance
Roadside Assistance
Always carry your passport and vehicle documents!