Queue at Blace — Hani i Elezit (cargo transport)
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As of 10:22 the wait at Blace is 28 min. 1 vehicles are in the queue.
Updated (local time, UTC+1)Forecast for next 6 hours
Forecast is based on historical data and current trends. Day of week, time of day, and seasonality are taken into account.
Wed · 28.10.2026
LIVE1 truck (~28 min)As usual
As of 10:22 there are 1 truck in the queue, estimated wait ~28 min; usually at this hour: 1 truck (as usual).
Now1 truck~28 min
14:001 truck~28 minShortest queue
15:002 trucks~32 minRecommended times
16:001 truck~31 minRecommended times
17:002 trucks~32 min
18:002 trucks~34 minBetter to avoid
19:002 trucks~36 minPeak load
Peak load hours — Better to avoid: 18:00, 19:00, 20:00. Best crossing times — Recommended times: 14:00, 15:00, 16:00.
ActualNowPredicted 1Trucks
Today (Wed · 28.10.2026): Peak load 19:00 — 2 trucks (~36 min), Shortest queue 14:00 — 1 truck (~28 min) · Next hours: 14:00 — 1, 15:00 — 2, 16:00 — 1, 17:00 — 2, 18:00 — 2, 19:00 — 2
Queue Forecast Smart Forecast
Forecast for Blace (trucks) — updated at 12:00, covering the rest of today.
• Midday today (13:00–17:00): ~30 min, light traffic.
• This evening (17:00–21:00): ~35 min, light traffic.
• Late tonight (21:00–00:00): ~30 min, light traffic.
Best time to cross: Midday today (13:00–17:00).
Next update: today at 14:00.
• Midday today (13:00–17:00): ~30 min, light traffic.
• This evening (17:00–21:00): ~35 min, light traffic.
• Late tonight (21:00–00:00): ~30 min, light traffic.
Best time to cross: Midday today (13:00–17:00).
Next update: today at 14:00.
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Estimated from historical patterns for this crossing. Actual queues vary.
When is the best time to cross at Blace — Trucks, MK → XK
Typical load by day of week and hour — averages from the last 60 days of real observations
Best time
Monday, 10:00–13:00
~1 trucks
Heaviest load
Sunday, 14:00–17:00
~4 trucks
Quietest day
Monday
on average 2 trucks
Busiest day
Sunday
on average 3 trucks
Typical load by hour
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Weekdays (Mon–Fri): median 2 trucks · weekend: 3 trucks
Weekly picture: days × hours
| on average | 00:00 | 01:00 | 02:00 | 03:00 | 04:00 | 05:00 | 06:00 | 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | 20:00 | 21:00 | 22:00 | 23:00 |
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| Monday | 1 | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | 3 | — | 1 | — | — | 3 | — | — |
| Tuesday | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | 1 | — | 2 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Wednesday | — | — | — | 1 | — | 1 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | 2 | 2 | 5 | — | — | 4 | — | — |
| Thursday | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 3 | 1 | — | — | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | — | — | — | — |
| Friday | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | 4 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 3 | — | — | — | — |
| Saturday | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | 1 | 2 | 2 | — | 4 | 3 | 4 | — | 1 | — | 2 | — | — | — |
| Sunday | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | 3 | 3 | — | 2 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | — | — | 3 | — |
Key takeaways
- The quietest day is Monday: on average 2 trucks in the queue.
- The busiest day is Sunday: on average 3 trucks in the queue.
- The lightest traffic is usually on Monday between 10:00 and 13:00.
- Peak load is on Sunday between 14:00 and 17:00 (up to 4 trucks).
Calculated from 268 real measurements over the last 60 days.
Which day has the shortest queue at the Blace (Trucks, MK → XK) border crossing?
Based on the last 60 days of statistics, the quietest day is Monday (2 trucks on average). The heaviest load is on Sunday.
What time of day is best to cross the border at Blace (Trucks, MK → XK)?
Queues are usually shortest on Monday between 10:00 and 13:00. The worst time is Sunday between 14:00 and 17:00.
Data updated: 28.10.2026 · Analysis period: last 60 days · Europe/Skopje
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Detailed statistics for today and yesterday · Peak Hours · Data Comparison
Detailed statistics for today and yesterday
Border Queue Analysis at the Blace - cargo transport checkpoint for Yesterday
During the period 27.10.2026 from 00:00 to 23:59 at the Blace - cargo transport checkpoint, the following key moments were recorded:
Morning hours (06:00 - 12:00):
The number of vehicles stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 1 to 1 truck. The lowest point was observed at 06:00 27.10.2026 — 1 truck. The highest point was recorded at 06:00 27.10.2026 — 1 truck.
Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00):
The number of vehicles stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 1 to 1 truck. The lowest point was observed at 12:00 27.10.2026 — 1 truck. The highest point was recorded at 12:00 27.10.2026 — 1 truck.
Evening hours (18:00 - 24:00):
The number of vehicles stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 1 to 1 truck. The lowest point was observed at 19:00 27.10.2026 — 1 truck. The highest point was recorded at 19:00 27.10.2026 — 1 truck.
Night hours (00:00 - 06:00):
The number of vehicles stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 1 to 1 truck. The lowest point was observed at 01:00 27.10.2026 — 1 truck. The highest point was recorded at 01:00 27.10.2026 — 1 truck.
Chart for Yesterday and the Day Before
Recommendations
To avoid long queues at the Blace - 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 1:00 and 6:00 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 Blace - 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 Blace By freight transport
Best days:
Wednesday–Thursday (2 trucks,
~0.6-1.6 hrs).
Avoid:
Sunday (3 trucks).
Queue comparison by day of week
| Day | Trucks | Load | Wait time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🟡 Mon | 2 | 67% | ~0.6-1.6 hrs |
| 🟡 Tue | 2 | 67% | ~0.6-1.6 hrs |
| 🟡 Wed | 2 | 67% | ~0.6-1.6 hrs |
| 🟡 Thu | 2 | 67% | ~0.6-1.6 hrs |
| 🟡 Fri | 2 | 67% | ~0.6-1.6 hrs |
| 🟡 Sat | 2 | 67% | ~0.6-1.6 hrs |
| 🔴 Sun | 3 | 100% | ~0.7-1.7 hrs |
Peak time: Wednesday 17:00 - 19:00 and 20:00 - 22:00.
Average wait time on Sunday: from 52 up to 60 min..
Based on the data, the best time to cross the border is Thursday or Wednesday, when the queue is shortest.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which day is best to cross Blace by truck?
Thursday or Wednesday — shortest queue (2 trucks, ~0.6-1.6 hrs waiting).
When to avoid crossing at Blace?
Sunday — peak load (3 trucks).
What is the average queue wait time?
Depends on the day: 0-2 hrs (every day).
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Current Data
As of 10:22, at Blace checkpoint there are 1 cargo transport waiting.
Information provided for trip planning only. Actual conditions may differ. Always check the latest data before departure.
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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.
Buy Green Card online:
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 Blace
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: North Macedonia: Information not available
Total number of lanes: Kosovo: Information not available
Information about operating hours and services may be inaccurate.
Contacts & Map
Contacts and address of checkpoint Blace
Address: North Macedonia, Border Crossing Blace
GPS Coordinates: 42.138785, 21.305087 Show on map
How to get there
Blace border crossing is located on the border between North Macedonia and Albania.
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Other border crossings
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All queues at North Macedonia-Kosovo border → 6If the queue is long: a quick check before you join it
- Fuel: fill up before the border — the engine runs for hours in the queue and the first station across may be 20–30 km away (fuel prices nearby).
- Water and food for 4–6 hours, a bag for rubbish.
- Power bank and cable — you need the phone for eCherha, navigation and reporting the queue.
- Some cash in the currency of the country you are entering — not every kiosk or station near the border takes cards.
- Documents in one place: passport, vehicle registration, insurance, Green Card (full list).
- Toilets, cafés, currency exchange — services near the crossing.
At a glance
- As of 10:22 the wait at Blace is 28 min. 1 vehicles are in the queue.
- Over the last 60 days the quietest day is Monday, the quietest window is 00:00–02:00.