--- title: "Queue at Orlivka — Isaccea (car)" canonical: "https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_230" lang: "en" ppid: "id_230" type: "checkpoint" source: "nakordoni.eu — live border queue data" --- [All modes](https://nakordoni.eu/en/bcp/orlivka-isakcha) [(image: Flag of Romania)(image: Flag of Ukraine)](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_231) # Queue at Orlivka — Isaccea (car) - **Vehicle type:** car - **Wait time:** 115 min -0% - **Status:** Quieter than usual Updated: 31.07.2026 08:31 - **Cars in queue:** 10 - **Weather:** 27°C - **User rating:** **4.3** · 4 Database working Moving fast [Buses](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_781) [Trucks <7.5 t](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_829) [Pedestrians](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_436) **Inside checkpoint:** **10** cars [All queues at Ukraine — Romania border](https://nakordoni.eu/en/stat/1/5) ### Forecast for next 6 hours Smart Forecast Smart forecast What the chart shows Predicted current queue: **13 cars** Peak load: **27 cars (~4 h 47 min)** Shortest queue: **5 cars (~1 h 3 min)** Smart learning factor: 1.99x ## Queue Forecast Smart Forecast Updated: 10:00, 31.07.2026 ### ⚠️ Peak load hours Better to avoid: 11:00 13:00 16:00 ### ✅ Best crossing times Recommended times: 18:00 20:00 21:00 Forecast for Orlivka (ferry crossings) — updated at 10:00, covering the rest of today. • This morning (06:00–12:00): ~120 min, moderate load. • Midday today (12:00–17:00): ~135 min, moderate load (peaks at ~285 min around 16:00). • This evening (17:00–21:00): ~75 min, moderate load. • Tonight (21:00–06:00): ~80 min, moderate load (peaks at ~125 min around 23:00). Best time to cross: This evening (17:00–21:00). Next update: today at 15:00. 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? 4.3 · 4 reviews ## Best time to cross Orlivka today 15:00↓86%−86% 19:00↓100%−100% 20:00↓99%−99% Based on historical data. Queue Forecast•Statistics by Day ## Current Data **As of 08:31, at Orlivka checkpoint there are 10 ferry crossing - cars waiting.** How long does it take to cross the border at Orlivka? According to user reports, the full border crossing time is ≈ 120 min (~2 hours) based on user experience Last updated: Updated 1 day ago How long is the wait in the border queue at Orlivka? The queue wait time before the border ≈ 54 min (~54 minutes) based on user experience Last updated: Updated 23 hours 27 minutes ago Does the EES system work at Orlivka border crossing? EES Inactive Currently, the Entry/Exit System (EES) is not active at Orlivka 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. [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/ukraine/orlivka-isakcha/hotel#filters) [Rest Stops Cafes and restaurants nearby](https://nakordoni.eu/en/services/ukraine/orlivka-isakcha/restaurant#filters) [Gas Stations Petrol stations near border](https://nakordoni.eu/en/services/ukraine/orlivka-isakcha/gas_station#filters) [Parking Parking lots near checkpoint](https://nakordoni.eu/en/services/ukraine/orlivka-isakcha/parking#filters) [ATMs Withdraw cash before crossing](https://nakordoni.eu/en/services/ukraine/orlivka-isakcha/atm#filters) [View all services](https://nakordoni.eu/en/services/ukraine/orlivka-isakcha/) No cameras available at this checkpoint ## Heavy traffic 80 km/h 1 h ago Real-time traffic conditions on roads leading to the border crossing. Data is automatically updated from TomTom Traffic and Autobahn.de. Heavy traffic 80 km/h ## Orlivka: Ukrainian border-guard shift change at the Ukrainian–Romanian border — when and how long to wait Border guard shift change on the Ukrainian side of **Orlivka** 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 cars at Orlivka 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 Romania 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 No queue detected — crossing without delays [**When is the best time to go?** Load statistics by day and hour](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_230/statistics) Detailed statistics for today and yesterday · Peak Hours · Data Comparison ## Detailed statistics for today and yesterday ### Border Queue Analysis at the Orlivka - car checkpoint for Yesterday During the period 30.07.2026 from 00:00 to 23:59 at the Orlivka - car checkpoint, the following key moments were recorded: **Morning hours (06:00 - 12:00):** The number of vehicles during Morning hours (06:00 - 12:00). The lowest point was observed at 11:00 30.07.2026 — 0 cars. The highest point was recorded at 11:00 30.07.2026 — 0 cars. **Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00):** No data for Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00). **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 No data for Plan your trips in advance using up-to-date border queue information at the Orlivka - car 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 Orlivka **Best days:** Monday-Sunday (16 cars, ~2.7-3.7 hrs). **Avoid:** Saturday (32 cars). ### Queue comparison by day of week | Day | Cars | Load | Wait time | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 🟢 Mon | 16 | 50% | ~2.7-3.7 hrs | | 🟡 Tue | 23 | 72% | ~3.8-4.8 hrs | | 🟢 Wed | 18 | 56% | ~3-4 hrs | | 🟡 Fri | 21 | 66% | ~3.5-4.5 hrs | | 🔴 Sat | 32 | 100% | ~5.3-6.3 hrs | | 🟢 Sun | 17 | 53% | ~2.8-3.8 hrs | **Peak time:** Friday 09:00 - 11:00 and 17:00 - 19:00. **Average wait time on Sunday:** from 500 up to 500 min.. **Based on the data,** the best time to cross the border is Monday or Sunday, when the queue is shortest. ### Frequently Asked Questions **Which day is best to cross Orlivka by car?** Monday or Sunday — shortest queue (16 cars, ~2.7-3.7 hrs waiting). **When to avoid crossing at Orlivka?** Saturday — peak load (32 cars). **What is the average queue wait time?** Depends on the day: 2-4 hrs (Mon, Sun), 3-5 hrs (Tue, Fri), 3-4 hrs (Wed), 5-7 hrs (Sat). ### Supermarkets nearby - [(image: Penny) Penny Strada Avram Iancu 1, Isaccea 2.9 km 4 min drive](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/45.292815,28.458115/45.267378,28.46525) - [M My Auchan Strada Brăilei, Măcin 26.7 km 40 min drive](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/45.292815,28.458115/45.25083,28.12251) - [(image: Penny) Penny Strada Spitalului 6, Tulcea 28.6 km 43 min drive](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/45.292815,28.458115/45.17832,28.785677) - [S Supermarket 29.6 km 44 min drive](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/45.292815,28.458115/45.1607953,28.7860921) - [(image: Carrefour) Carrefour Strada Babadag 161, Tulcea 29.9 km 45 min drive](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/45.292815,28.458115/45.169018,28.7965) [All stores on map](https://nakordoni.eu/en/shopping/supermarkets) Required Documents · green card · vehicle requirements · customs · vignette ### Documents for Men 18-60 Years Old **IMPORTANT: Requirements for Men 18–60** Ukrainian men in this age group MUST HAVE one of these documents to cross the border: **One of these documents is MANDATORY:** - Military ID (issued by military commissariat) - VLK Certificate (from military medical commission) - Booking Certificate (from TCC) - Exit Permit from TCC (for mobilized) **If you don't have documents:** - Entry/Exit denied - Return to Ukraine - Possible deportation for repeated attempts Where to obtain: | Military ID | Military commissariat (1-2 weeks) | | --- | --- | | VLK Certificate | Military commissariat (1-3 days) | | Booking Certificate | TCC of your region (1-5 days) | | Exit Permit from TCC | TCC of your region (2-7 days) | Don't travel to the border without one of these documents. Better to spend a few days getting the document. ## 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. **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. Buy Green Card online: VUSO ARX UNIQA ## Documents for crossing the border To ensure a quick inspection, make sure you have the basic set of documents. A full list of requirements and exceptions is available on our [Border Crossing Rules](https://nakordoni.eu/en/p/rules) page. ### Traveler's documents: - Biometric passport. - Medical insurance policy. ### 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 Orlivka Transport Type: road crossing 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: 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: Ukraine: Information not available Total number of lanes: Romania: Information not available Information about operating hours and services may be inaccurate. ## Weather ## Weather at checkpoint Orlivka [Weather at all border crossings](https://nakordoni.eu/en/weather) ## User Reviews — 5.0/5 (1 reviews) The Orlivka checkpoint review reveals the unofficial fee structure that travelers may encounter at this border crossing. According to the user's experience, passengers are subject to the following charges: €25 per vehicle, €1 per adult, while children under 12 years old and professional drivers are exempt from fees. The five-star rating suggests the user appreciated the clarity and consistency of this fee structure. This information indicates that Orlivka operates with a formal but unofficial payment system that applies uniformly across travelers. For those planning to cross at Orlivka, budgeting for these additional costs is essential, as they represent a significant portion of the overall border crossing expense. The structured nature of the fees suggests that travelers can expect consistent pricing rather than arbitrary charges. Understanding this fee arrangement beforehand allows travelers to prepare financially and reduce uncertainty about total border crossing costs. The checkpoint appears to maintain transparent pricing guidelines, with differentiated rates for vehicles and passengers, which helps travelers anticipate expenses. Anyone crossing at Orlivka should factor these €25 vehicle fees and per-person charges into their travel budget. ⭐ 5.0/5 1 reviews ## User Reviews ### Reviews about the checkpoint Orlivka, 4.3 ★★★★☆ 4 reviews All Positive Negative Николай ★★★☆☆ На Орловке ветеринара нет Andrii ★★★★★ 25€ з автівки, 1€ з кожного дорослого. Діти до 12 років та водії - безкоштовно Анна ★★★★★ Все быстро и оперативно Сергей ★★★★☆ Паром ⛴️ интервалом в час 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 Orlivka Address: 68831, Ukraine, Odes`ka oblast, Reni district, Orlivka village council, Poromna road, 1 (68831, Україна, Одеська область, Ренійський район, Орлівська сільська рада, Поромна дорога, 1) Phone: +38 (04840) 6-25-16 или +38 (063) 129-84-88 (с понедельника по пятницу, с 09:00 до 18:00) Email: [eusdr.association@ukr.net](mailto:eusdr.association@ukr.net) GPS Coordinates: 45.292815, 28.458115 [Show on map](https://nakordoni.eu/en/maps/ua-ro#id_230) ### How to get there The "Orlivka Ferry Complex" is located on the left bank of the Danube, 4 km from the village of Orlivka in the Reni district of Odesa region, and 2 km from the international highway M-15 (E 87). ##### Nearest checkpoints - [Porubne](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_40) – 351.2 km - [Diakivtsi](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_45) – 353.5 km - [Krasnoilsk](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_43) – 366.2 km - [Solotvyno](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_38) – 457.3 km ## News at this checkpoint ### [Queues at the Romanian ferry crossing point "Isaccea": "Orlivka" from the Ukrainian side works without delays](https://nakordoni.eu/en/news/2026-07-01/cherhy-na-rumunskomu-poromnomu-punkti-isakcha-orlivka-z-boku-ukrainy-pratsiuie-bez-zatrymok) 01.07.2026 ### [Dniester Bridge Repair to Restrict Traffic on Odesa – Reni Highway from June 10](https://nakordoni.eu/en/news/2026-06-10/remont-mostu-cherez-dnister-obmezhyt-rukh-na-trasi-odesa-reni-z-10-chervnia) 10.06.2026 [All news →](https://nakordoni.eu/en/news) ### Emergency Contacts & Support **Ukraine Emergency Services** - [112 — universal emergency](tel:112) - [102 — police](tel:102) - [103 — ambulance](tel:103) - [101 — fire department](tel:101) **Romania Emergency Services** - [112 — universal emergency](tel:112) **Roadside Assistance** - [Ukravtodor: 0-800-503-508 (free)](tel:0800503508) **Roadside Assistance** - [ACR Auto Club: +40-21-9222](tel:) **Ukrainian Embassy in Romania** - [Embassy (Bucharest): +40-21-230-3660](tel:) - [Consulate (Suceava): +40-230-521-712](tel:) - [MFA Hotline: +38-044-238-16-57](tel:) Always carry your passport and vehicle documents! ### Other border crossings Compare queues at all crossings [All queues at Ukraine-Romania border → 19](https://nakordoni.eu/en/stat/1/5) ## 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)