--- title: "Queue at Medyka — Shehyni (pedestrian)" canonical: "https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_113" lang: "en" ppid: "id_113" type: "checkpoint" source: "nakordoni.eu — live border queue data" --- [All modes](https://nakordoni.eu/en/bcp/shehyni-medyka) [🇺🇦→🇵🇱](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_17) # Queue at Medyka — Shehyni (pedestrian) - **Vehicle type:** pedestrian - **Wait time:** ≈5 hr 15 min -0% - **Status:** Outdated Data Last seen: 9 hr ago - **Cars in queue:** 60 - **Weather:** 20°C - **User rating:** **3.0** · 3 Database working Moving [Cars](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_96) [Buses](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_95) [Trucks <7.5 t](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_94) [Pedestrians](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_113) [Ukraine](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_17) [All queues at Poland — Ukraine border](https://nakordoni.eu/en/stat/2/1) ### Forecast for next 6 hours Smart Forecast Smart forecast What the chart shows Predicted current queue: **0 pedestrians** Peak load: **43 pedestrians (~3 h 49 min)** Shortest queue: **0 pedestrians (~15 min)** Smart learning factor: 3.00x ## Queue Forecast Smart Forecast Updated: 23:00, 16.07.2026 ### ⚠️ Peak load hours Better to avoid: 04:00 16:00 22:00 ### ✅ Best crossing times Recommended times: 01:00 02:00 03:00 Forecast for Medyka (pedestrians) — generated at 00:00, covering today. • Tomorrow night (21:00–06:00): ~30 min, busy (peaks at ~70 min around 04:00). • This morning (06:00–12:00): ~40 min, busy. • Midday today (12:00–17:00): ~50 min, busy. • This evening (17:00–21:00): ~40 min, busy (peaks at ~55 min around 19:00). • Tonight (21:00–06:00): ~60 min, busy (peaks at ~120 min around 22:00). Best time to cross: Tomorrow night (21:00–06:00). Next update: today at 10:00. How is the forecast calculated? **Data source:** Automatic calculation based on historical queue data and current checkpoint situation. **Factors considered:** The model analyzes typical load patterns by time of day and day of week. **Limitations:** Actual waiting time may vary due to unforeseen circumstances (repairs, incidents, seasonal peaks). **Improvements:** Forecast accuracy improves with more real-time data from users and official sources. ### 7-day queue forecast Typical daily peak queue for the week ahead Estimated from historical patterns for this crossing. Actual queues vary. How did you like this checkpoint? 3.0 · 3 reviews ## Best time to cross Medyka today 03:00↓97%−97% 10:00↓97%−97% 19:00↓84%−84% Based on historical data. Queue Forecast•Statistics by Day ## Current Data **As of 15:44, at Medyka checkpoint there are 60 pedestrians waiting.** How long does it take to cross the border at Medyka? According to user reports, the full border crossing time is ≈ 40 min (~40 minutes) based on user experience Last updated: Updated 1 day ago How long is the wait in the border queue at Medyka? The queue wait time before the border ≈ 90 min (~1 hour 30 minutes) based on user experience Last updated: Updated 3 days ago Does the EES system work at Medyka border crossing? EES Active Yes, the Entry/Exit System (EES) is active at Medyka 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). [Learn more about EES](https://nakordoni.eu/en/p/ees) Information provided for trip planning only. Actual conditions may differ. Always check the latest data before departure. ### Nearby Services [Hotels Nearby Book accommodation near checkpoint](https://nakordoni.eu/en/services/poland/medyka-shehyni/hotel#filters) [Rest Stops Cafes and restaurants nearby](https://nakordoni.eu/en/services/poland/medyka-shehyni/restaurant#filters) [Gas Stations Petrol stations near border](https://nakordoni.eu/en/services/poland/medyka-shehyni/gas_station#filters) [Parking Parking lots near checkpoint](https://nakordoni.eu/en/services/poland/medyka-shehyni/parking#filters) [ATMs Withdraw cash before crossing](https://nakordoni.eu/en/services/poland/medyka-shehyni/atm#filters) [View all services](https://nakordoni.eu/en/services/poland/medyka-shehyni/) ## Live Cameras The webcam at this checkpoint has been switched off since 24.02.2022 due to the war ## Medyka: Ukrainian border-guard shift change at the Ukrainian–Polish border — when and how long to wait Border guard shift change on the Ukrainian side of **Medyka** 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 pedestrians at Medyka 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. At the neighboring Poland checkpoint the border-guard shift change happens at the same local times, but Poland is on Central European Time — one hour behind Kyiv — so there it falls around **07:00 and 19:00 Kyiv time**. Because the two shifts overlap, the slowdown stretches into wider windows on both sides: **roughly 07:00–08:30 in the morning and 19:00–20:30 in the evening** (Kyiv time). During these intervals, processing on both sides can noticeably slow down. ## Queue Chart: Today & Yesterday ##### Queue at checkpoint for the last 24 hours Real Data Increased Load [**When is the best time to go?** Load statistics by day and hour](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_113/statistics) Detailed statistics for today and yesterday · Peak Hours · Data Comparison ## Detailed statistics for today and yesterday ### Border Queue Analysis at the Medyka - pedestrian checkpoint for Yesterday During the period 16.07.2026 from 00:00 to 23:59 at the Medyka - pedestrian checkpoint, the following key moments were recorded: **Morning hours (06:00 - 12:00):** The number of vehicles fluctuated significantly, with peaks up to 30. The lowest point was observed at 12:00 16.07.2026 — 0 pedestrians. The highest point was recorded at 08:00 16.07.2026 — 30 pedestrians. **Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00):** The number of vehicles during Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00). The lowest point was observed at 12:00 16.07.2026 — 0 pedestrians. The highest point was recorded at 12:00 16.07.2026 — 0 pedestrians. **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). #### Chart for Yesterday and the Day Before ### Recommendations To avoid long queues at the Medyka - pedestrian 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 Medyka - pedestrian 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 Medyka **Best days:** Sunday-Monday (5 pedestrians, ~0.4-1.4 hrs). **Avoid:** Tuesday (50 pedestrians). ### Queue comparison by day of week | Day | Pedestrians | Load | Wait time | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 🟢 Mon | 7 | 14% | ~0.6-1.6 hrs | | 🔴 Tue | 50 | 100% | ~4.2-5.2 hrs | | 🟢 Sat | 15 | 30% | ~1.3-2.3 hrs | | 🟢 Sun | 5 | 10% | ~0.4-1.4 hrs | **Based on the data,** the best time to cross the border is Sunday or Monday, when the queue is shortest. ### Frequently Asked Questions **Which day is best to cross Medyka on foot?** Sunday or Monday — shortest queue (5 pedestrians, ~0.4-1.4 hrs waiting). **When to avoid crossing at Medyka?** Tuesday — peak load (50 pedestrians). **What is the average queue wait time?** Depends on the day: 0-2 hrs (Mon, Sun), 1-3 hrs (Sat), 4-6 hrs (Tue). ### Supermarkets nearby - [(image: Aldi) Aldi Lwowska 36, Przemyśl 10.3 km 15 min drive](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/49.8001,22.9481/49.782822,22.807349) - [L Lewiatan Stubno 110 10.4 km 16 min drive](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/49.8001,22.9481/49.893916,22.951081) - [(image: Lidl) Lidl 29 Listopada 10, Przemyśl 12.6 km 19 min drive](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/49.8001,22.9481/49.794218,22.77316) - [Ż Żabka Seweryna Goszczyńskiego 7B, Przemyśl 13.8 km 21 min drive](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/49.8001,22.9481/49.787443,22.757202) - [(image: Biedronka) Biedronka Biedronka (blisko) 18.6 km 28 min drive](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/49.8001,22.9481/49.9490032,22.8305846) [All stores on map](https://nakordoni.eu/en/shopping/supermarkets) Required Documents · green card · vehicle requirements · customs · vignette ## Required Documents ## Documents for crossing the border from the EU Information about the documents required for leaving the EU will be available here soon. ### 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 Facilities Medyka Transport Type: automobile Working Hours: 24/7 | Day of Week | Working Hours | | --- | --- | | Monday | 24 Hours a Day | | Tuesday | 24 Hours a Day | | Wednesday | 24 Hours a Day | | Thursday | 24 Hours a Day | | Friday | 24 Hours a Day | | Saturday | 24 Hours a Day | | Sunday | 24 Hours a Day | ### Amenities: Room for Mother and Child: Data not found; Toilets: Data not found; Food Facilities: Data not found; Duty-Free Shops: Data not found; Mobile Communication: Data not found (details provided by mobile operators); Wi-Fi Access: Data not found; Bank Branch and/or Payment Terminal: Data not found; Crossing with Pets: Data not found; ### Checkpoint Controls: Phytosanitary: Data not found Veterinary: Data not found Ecological: Data not found Sanitary: Data not found Cultural Heritage Control: Data not found International Road_transport Control: Data not found Total number of lanes: Poland: Data not found Total number of lanes: Ukraine: Data not found Information about the working schedule and services might be inaccurate. ## Weather ## Weather at checkpoint Medyka Weather now: **21°C**, Cloudy [Weather at all border crossings](https://nakordoni.eu/en/weather) ## User Reviews — 5.0/5 (1 reviews) Feedback for the Medyka checkpoint is highly positive, with the single available review giving a perfect 5/5 rating. The reviewer focused on pedestrian crossing conditions and reported an impressively fast experience. According to the review, they joined the queue on the Polish side at 13:45 and had already exited through Ukrainian control by 14:45, meaning the entire pedestrian crossing took only about one hour. This short wait time suggests that foot traffic through Medyka can move smoothly, at least during certain periods. The overall sentiment is very favorable, reflecting satisfaction with both the speed and the flow of the process. For travelers planning to cross here on foot, the key takeaway is that pedestrian crossing may be a quick and efficient option, with a roughly one-hour total transit time observed in mid-afternoon. Because this summary is based on a single data point from December, actual wait times may vary significantly depending on the time of day, day of week, and seasonal demand. Travelers are advised to check current real-time queue information before departure and to consider the pedestrian route at Medyka as a potentially faster alternative to vehicle crossings. The limited sample means patterns cannot be firmly established, but the initial signal is encouraging for those crossing on foot. ⭐ 5.0/5 1 reviews ## User Reviews ### Reviews about the checkpoint Medyka, 3.0 ★★★☆☆ 3 reviews All Positive Negative Роксолана ★★★★★ Cитуація на пішому: 13.45 стала в черзі на польському кордоні, а 14.45 вже вийшла з українського Вера ★★★☆☆ Прошли из Польши в Украину за 4,5 часа David J ★☆☆☆☆ Short queue at the UKR checkpoint, horrendous queue (5 hours) at the PL checkpoint. Only two people working in customs area. Also, this website is unreliable. It suggested there was no queue when we arrived. This review(s) reflects the subjective opinion of a service user, and not the official position of NaKordoni.eu. ## Contacts & Map ## Contacts and address of checkpoint Medyka Address: 37-732 Medyka Phone: +48 16 676 55 00 Email: [medyka@strazgraniczna.pl](mailto:medyka@strazgraniczna.pl) GPS Coordinates: 49.8001, 22.9481 [Show on map](https://nakordoni.eu/en/maps/pl-ua#id_113) ### How to get there By car: from Warsaw take route E77 to Grójec, from Grójec take route E77 to Radom, from Radom take route E371 to Iłża, from Iłża take route E371 to Rzeszów, from Rzeszów take route 94 to Jarosław, from Jarosław take route 94 to Radymno, from Radymno take route 77 to Przemyśl, from Przemyśl take route 28 to the border checkpoint "Medyka". ##### Nearest border checkpoints - [Malhowice](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_116) – 15 км - [Korchova](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_90) – 20.9 км - [Krosstsenko](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_98) – 39.7 км - [Budomezh](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_86) – 40.5 км - [Khrebenne](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_83) – 69.9 км ## News at this checkpoint ### [Constitution Day Border Queue Forecast — 28.06.2026](https://nakordoni.eu/en/news/2026-06-22/queue-prognosis-constitution-day-2026-06-28) 22.06.2026 ### [Shehyni–Medyka Pedestrian Crossing: What Travelers Need to Know](https://nakordoni.eu/en/news/2026-05-31/pishokhidnyi-perekhid-shehyni-medyka-shcho-treba-znaty-mandrivnykam) 31.05.2026 ### [Corpus Christi Queue Forecast — Ukraine to Poland 04.06.2026](https://nakordoni.eu/en/news/2026-05-31/queue-prognosis-corpus-christi-ukraine-poland-2026-06-04) 31.05.2026 ### [Pentecost Border Queue Forecast — Ukraine’s Western Corridors 31.05.2026](https://nakordoni.eu/en/news/2026-05-30/queue-prognosis-pentecost-2026-05-31) 30.05.2026 ### [Pentecost Border Queue Forecast for Ukraine–Hungary and Ukraine–Poland (2026-05-24)](https://nakordoni.eu/en/news/2026-05-23/queue-prognosis-pentecost-2026-05-24) 23.05.2026 [All news →](https://nakordoni.eu/en/news) ### Emergency Contacts & Support **Poland Emergency Services** - [112 — universal emergency](tel:112) - [997 — police](tel:997) - [999 — ambulance](tel:999) - [998 — fire department](tel:998) **Ukraine Emergency Services** - [112 — universal emergency](tel:112) - [102 — police](tel:102) - [103 — ambulance](tel:103) - [101 — fire department](tel:101) **Roadside Assistance** - [PZM Roadside: 19-637](tel:) - [24h Assistance: 800-111-222](tel:24) **Roadside Assistance** - [Ukravtodor: 0-800-503-508 (free)](tel:0800503508) Always carry your passport and vehicle documents! ### Other border crossings Compare queues at all crossings [All queues at Poland-Ukraine border → 35](https://nakordoni.eu/en/stat/2/1) ## Useful Information for Border Crossing [Documents for border crossing →](https://nakordoni.eu/en/p/rules) [Customs rules & import limits →](https://nakordoni.eu/en/p/customs) [Green Card car insurance →](https://nakordoni.eu/en/p/green_card) [EES system — what you need to know →](https://nakordoni.eu/en/p/ees/what-is-the-entry-exit-system) [Maps & Services →](https://nakordoni.eu/en/explore) [Find Fastest Crossing →](https://nakordoni.eu/en/best-crossing) [All border crossings →](https://nakordoni.eu/en/bcp)