--- title: "Queue at Galati (Moldova) — Radauti Prut" canonical: "https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_333" lang: "en" ppid: "id_333" type: "checkpoint" source: "nakordoni.eu — live border queue data" --- [All modes](https://nakordoni.eu/en/bcp/prut-radovtsi-moldova-halats) [(image: Flag of Romania)(image: Flag of Moldova)](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_304) # Queue at Galati (Moldova) — Radauti Prut - **Vehicle type:** passenger car - **Wait time:** 17 min -0% - **Status:** Quieter than usual Updated: 06.08.2026 10:44 - **Cars in queue:** 5 - **Weather:** 31°C Database working Moving [Cars](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_333) [Buses](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_775) [All queues at Moldova — Romania border](https://nakordoni.eu/en/stat/6/5) ### Forecast for next 6 hours Smart Forecast LIVE Quieter than usual Smart forecast What the chart shows Predicted current queue: **6 cars** Peak load: **16 cars (~49 min)** Shortest queue: **0 cars (~2 min)** Smart learning factor: 1.16x ## Queue Forecast Smart Forecast Updated: 10:00, 06.08.2026 ### ⚠️ Peak load hours Better to avoid: 13:00 14:00 21:00 ### ✅ Best crossing times Recommended times: 16:00 19:00 20:00 Forecast for Galati (Moldova) (passenger cars) — updated at 10:00, covering the rest of today. • This morning (10:00–12:00): ~40 min, moderate load. • Midday today (12:00–17:00): ~35 min, moderate load (peaks at ~70 min around 14:00). • This evening (17:00–21:00): ~25 min, light traffic (peaks at ~40 min around 18:00). • Late tonight (21:00–00:00): ~135 min, very busy (peaks at ~360 min around 21:00). Best time to cross: This evening (17:00–21:00). Next update: today at 12:00. 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. How did you like this checkpoint? No opinions yet ## Best time to cross Galati (Moldova) today 17:00↓96%−96% 21:00↓42%−42% 22:00↓97%−97% Based on historical data. Queue Forecast•Statistics by Day ## Current Data **As of 10:44, at Galati (Moldova) checkpoint there are 5 cars waiting.** How long does it take to cross the border at Galati (Moldova)? According to user reports, the full border crossing time is ≈ 80 min (~1 hour 20 minutes) based on user experience Last updated: Updated 4 days ago How long is the wait in the border queue at Galati (Moldova)? The queue wait time before the border ≈ 30 min (~30 minutes) based on user experience Last updated: Updated 4 days ago Does the EES system work at Galati (Moldova) border crossing? EES Active Yes, the Entry/Exit System (EES) is active at Galati (Moldova) 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/moldova/halats-moldova-radovtsi-prut/hotel#filters) [Rest Stops Cafes and restaurants nearby](https://nakordoni.eu/en/services/moldova/halats-moldova-radovtsi-prut/restaurant#filters) [Gas Stations Petrol stations near border](https://nakordoni.eu/en/services/moldova/halats-moldova-radovtsi-prut/gas_station#filters) [Parking Parking lots near checkpoint](https://nakordoni.eu/en/services/moldova/halats-moldova-radovtsi-prut/parking#filters) [ATMs Withdraw cash before crossing](https://nakordoni.eu/en/services/moldova/halats-moldova-radovtsi-prut/atm#filters) [View all services](https://nakordoni.eu/en/services/moldova/halats-moldova-radovtsi-prut/) No cameras available at this checkpoint ## Light traffic 10 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. Light traffic 10 km/h ## Queue Chart: Today & Yesterday ##### Queue at checkpoint for the last 24 hours No queue detected — crossing without delays Detailed statistics for today and yesterday · Peak Hours · Data Comparison ## Detailed statistics for today and yesterday ### Border Queue Analysis at the Galati (Moldova) - passenger car checkpoint for Yesterday Data is still being collected. Please try again later. ## Data Comparison ### Data Comparison Our Data vs Official Source Our Data 1h 5min (5 cars) Source: nakordoni.eu Updated: 10:44 Official Data 2h 45min (15 cars) Source: politiadefrontiera.ro Updated: 10:17 Difference: -1h 40min ## Peak Hours ### Travel Planning Galati (Moldova) **Best days:** Sunday-Monday (14 cars, ~0.7-1.7 hrs). **Avoid:** Monday (31 cars). ### Queue comparison by day of week | Day | Cars | Load | Wait time | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 🔴 Mon | 31 | 100% | ~1.6-2.6 hrs | | 🟢 Sun | 14 | 45% | ~0.7-1.7 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 Galati (Moldova) by car?** Sunday or Monday — shortest queue (14 cars, ~0.7-1.7 hrs waiting). **When to avoid crossing at Galati (Moldova)?** Monday — peak load (31 cars). **What is the average queue wait time?** Depends on the day: 0-2 hrs (Sun), 1-3 hrs (Mon). ### Supermarkets nearby - [(image: Carrefour) Carrefour Strada Domnească 24, Galați 11.8 km 18 min drive](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/45.47144,28.198808/45.436063,28.05601) - [(image: Carrefour Express) Carrefour Express Strada Elena Doamna, Galați 11.8 km 18 min drive](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/45.47144,28.198808/45.453087,28.0504) - [C Carrefour Market Strada Navelor 7, Galați 11.8 km 18 min drive](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/45.47144,28.198808/45.430929,28.058425) - [(image: Penny) Penny Strada Domnească 191, Galați 11.9 km 18 min drive](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/45.47144,28.198808/45.458396,28.046785) - [C Carrefour Market Strada Brăilei 17, Galați 12.3 km 18 min drive](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/45.47144,28.198808/45.4328,28.0512) [All stores on map](https://nakordoni.eu/en/shopping/supermarkets) 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. **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: [MOLDASIG](https://www.moldasig.md/ro/produse/asigurare-auto/carte-verde/) [DONARIS](https://www.donaris.md/asigurare-carte-verde/) [GRAWE](https://www.grawe.md/ru/insurance/motor/green-card/) ## For passenger cars To ensure a quick inspection at the Krakovets-Korchova border crossing point in a passenger car, make sure you have the [necessary set of documents](https://nakordoni.eu/en/p/rules). ### Driver's documents: - Biometric passport - International driving license - Medical insurance ### Vehicle documents: - Vehicle registration certificate (technical passport) - Mandatory insurance policy [Green Card](https://nakordoni.eu/en/p/green_card) ### Equipment: - First aid kit, fire extinguisher, warning triangle, and reflective vest ### 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. ## Highway Vignette ##### Highway Vignette: Romania Electronic vignette required for highway travel from 3.5 EUR / 1 day [Buy online](https://roviniete.ro/) [Learn more about vignettes](https://nakordoni.eu/en/for_car_drivers/vignettes) ## Facilities ### Checkpoint Characteristics and Equipment Galati (Moldova) 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: Moldova: Information not available Total number of lanes: Romania: Information not available Information about operating hours and services may be inaccurate. ## Weather ## Weather at checkpoint Galati (Moldova) Weather now: **29°C**, Clear sky [Weather at all border crossings](https://nakordoni.eu/en/weather) ## User Reviews ### Reviews about the checkpoint Galati (Moldova), 0.0 ☆☆☆☆☆ No opinions yet All Positive Negative 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 Galati (Moldova) Address: Moldova, Border Crossing Galati (Moldova) GPS Coordinates: 45.47144, 28.198808 [Show on map](https://nakordoni.eu/en/maps/md-ro#id_333) ### How to get there Galati (Moldova) border crossing is located on the border between Moldova and Romania. ##### Nearest checkpoints - [Leușeni](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_284) – 1.2 km - [Giurgiulesti](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_320) – 2.5 km - [Etulia](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_869) – 18.4 km - [Cahul](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_328) – 49.8 km - [TBD](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_850) – 112.6 km ## News at this checkpoint ### [EES system started operation at Giurgiulești–Galați and Cahul–Oancea border crossings](https://nakordoni.eu/en/news#newsid_98) 26.11.2025 [All news →](https://nakordoni.eu/en/news) ### Emergency Contacts & Support **Moldova Emergency Services** - [112 — universal emergency](tel:112) - [902 — police](tel:902) - [903 — ambulance](tel:903) - [901 — fire department](tel:901) **Romania Emergency Services** - [112 — universal emergency](tel:112) **Roadside Assistance** - [ACM Auto Club: +373-22-222-333](tel:) **Roadside Assistance** - [ACR Auto Club: +40-21-9222](tel:) Always carry your passport and vehicle documents! ### Other border crossings Compare queues at all crossings [All queues at Moldova-Romania border → 15](https://nakordoni.eu/en/stat/6/5) ## 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)