--- title: "Queue at Zlatarevo — Novo Selo" canonical: "https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_402" lang: "en" ppid: "id_402" type: "checkpoint" source: "nakordoni.eu — live border queue data" --- [(image: Flag of North Macedonia)(image: Flag of Bulgaria)](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_403) # Queue at Zlatarevo — Novo Selo - **Vehicle type:** passenger car - **Wait time:** 0 min -0% - **Status:** As usual Updated: 15.10.2026 21:33 - **Cars in queue:** 0 - **Weather:** 11°C Database working Moving [All queues at Bulgaria — North Macedonia border](https://nakordoni.eu/en/stat/12/15) [Border Queues Today Online](https://nakordoni.eu/en/stat) ### Forecast for next 6 hours LIVE As usual Predicted What the chart shows Predicted current queue: **0 cars** Peak load: **0 cars (~15 min)** Shortest queue: **0 cars (~15 min)** ## Queue Forecast Smart Forecast Updated: 20:11, 15.10.2026 ### ⚠️ Peak load hours Better to avoid: 09:00 10:00 11:00 ### ✅ Best crossing times Recommended times: 21:00 22:00 23:00 Forecast for Zlatarevo (passenger cars) — updated at 20:00, covering through tomorrow noon. • Tonight (21:00–06:00): ~15 min, light traffic. • Tomorrow morning (06:00–12:00): ~15 min, light traffic. Best time to cross: Tonight (21:00–06:00). Next update: today at 22:00. 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. ## When is the best time to cross at Zlatarevo — Cars, BG → MK Typical load by day of week and hour — averages from the last 60 days of real observations Best time Monday, 00:00–04:00 ~0 cars Heaviest load Sunday, 20:00–24:00 ~0 cars Quietest day Monday on average 0 cars Busiest day Monday on average 0 cars Typical load by hour Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun 00 03 06 09 12 15 18 21 00 03 06 09 12 15 18 21 00 03 06 09 12 15 18 21 00 03 06 09 12 15 18 21 00 03 06 09 12 15 18 21 00 03 06 09 12 15 18 21 00 03 06 09 12 15 18 21 quiet busy Weekdays (Mon–Fri): median 0 cars · weekend: 0 cars 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 | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Monday | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | | Tuesday | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | | Wednesday | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | | Thursday | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | | Friday | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | | Saturday | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | | Sunday | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ## Key takeaways - The quietest day is **Monday**: on average 0 cars in the queue. - The busiest day is **Monday**: on average 0 cars in the queue. - The lightest traffic is usually on **Monday between 00:00 and 04:00**. - Peak load is on **Sunday between 20:00 and 24:00** (up to 0 cars). Calculated from 2 500 real measurements over the last 60 days. Which day has the shortest queue at the Zlatarevo (Cars, BG → MK) border crossing? Based on the last 60 days of statistics, the quietest day is Monday (0 cars on average). The heaviest load is on Monday. What time of day is best to cross the border at Zlatarevo (Cars, BG → MK)? Queues are usually shortest on Monday between 00:00 and 04:00. The worst time is Sunday between 20:00 and 24:00. Data updated: 15.10.2026 · Analysis period: last 60 days · Europe/Sofia Thanks to our user Ihor for the idea behind this page 💛 Detailed statistics for today and yesterday · Peak Hours · Data Comparison ## Detailed statistics for today and yesterday ### Border Queue Analysis at the Zlatarevo - passenger car checkpoint for Yesterday During the period 14.10.2026 from 00:00 to 23:59 at the Zlatarevo - passenger car checkpoint, the following key moments were recorded: **Morning hours (06:00 - 12:00):** The number of vehicles stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 0 to 0 cars. The lowest point was observed at 06:00 14.10.2026 — 0 cars. The highest point was recorded at 06:00 14.10.2026 — 0 cars. **Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00):** The number of vehicles stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 0 to 0 cars. The lowest point was observed at 12:00 14.10.2026 — 0 cars. The highest point was recorded at 12:00 14.10.2026 — 0 cars. **Evening hours (18:00 - 24:00):** The number of vehicles stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 0 to 0 cars. The lowest point was observed at 18:00 14.10.2026 — 0 cars. The highest point was recorded at 18:00 14.10.2026 — 0 cars. **Night hours (00:00 - 06:00):** The number of vehicles stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 0 to 0 cars. The lowest point was observed at 00:00 14.10.2026 — 0 cars. The highest point was recorded at 00:00 14.10.2026 — 0 cars. #### Chart for Yesterday and the Day Before ### Recommendations To avoid long queues at the Zlatarevo - passenger car 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 :00 and 1:00 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 Zlatarevo - passenger 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 Zlatarevo How did you like this checkpoint? No opinions yet ## Best time to cross Zlatarevo tomorrow 06:00 typical queue Based on historical data. Queue Forecast•Statistics by Day ## Current Data **As of 21:33, there is no queue at Zlatarevo checkpoint.** Does the EES system work at Zlatarevo border crossing? EES Inactive Currently, the Entry/Exit System (EES) is not active at Zlatarevo 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/bulgaria/zlatarevo-novo-selo/hotel#filters) [Rest Stops Cafes and restaurants nearby](https://nakordoni.eu/en/services/bulgaria/zlatarevo-novo-selo/restaurant#filters) [Gas Stations Petrol stations near border](https://nakordoni.eu/en/services/bulgaria/zlatarevo-novo-selo/gas_station#filters) [Parking Parking lots near checkpoint](https://nakordoni.eu/en/services/bulgaria/zlatarevo-novo-selo/parking#filters) [ATMs Withdraw cash before crossing](https://nakordoni.eu/en/services/bulgaria/zlatarevo-novo-selo/atm#filters) [View all services](https://nakordoni.eu/en/services/bulgaria/zlatarevo-novo-selo/) No cameras available at this checkpoint ## Free flow 10 km/h 33 min ago Real-time traffic conditions on roads leading to the border crossing. Data is automatically updated from TomTom Traffic and Autobahn.de. Free flow 10 km/h On the other side of the border Free flow 10 km/h [View details](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_403#traffic-status) ## Queue Chart: Today & Yesterday ### Queue at checkpoint for the last 24 hours No queue detected — crossing without delays ### Supermarkets nearby - [(image: Kaufland) Kaufland Kaufland, Булевард Рокфелер, 2850 Петрич, България 19 km 29 min drive](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/41.396,22.965174/41.39684,23.19328) - [(image: Billa) Billa ulitsa Tsar Boris III 20, Petrich 20.2 km 30 min drive](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/41.396,22.965174/41.394415,23.207368) - [(image: Lidl) Lidl bulevard Rokfeler 49, Petrich 20.4 km 31 min drive](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/41.396,22.965174/41.398108,23.209303) - [(image: Kaufland) Kaufland Булевард Свобода 51, Sandanski 30.7 km 46 min drive](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/41.396,22.965174/41.550021,23.270502) - [(image: Kaufland) Kaufland Kaufland, Булевард Свобода, 2800 Сандански, България 30.7 km 46 min drive](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/41.396,22.965174/41.55062,23.27014) [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 Equipment Zlatarevo 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: Bulgaria: Information not available Total number of lanes: North Macedonia: Information not available Information about operating hours and services may be inaccurate. ## Weather ## Weather at checkpoint Zlatarevo Weather now: **15°C**, Cloudy [Weather at all border crossings](https://nakordoni.eu/en/weather) ## Nearest airports If the border queue is too long, these airports nearby have a live departures board. - [Iaşi Airport 15 km IAS](https://nakordoni.eu/en/flights/iasi) [All airport boards](https://nakordoni.eu/en/flights) ## User Reviews ### Reviews about the checkpoint Zlatarevo, 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 Zlatarevo Address: Bulgaria, Border Crossing Zlatarево GPS Coordinates: 41.396, 22.965174 [Show on map](https://nakordoni.eu/en/maps/bg-mk#id_402) ### How to get there Zlatarево border crossing is located on the border between Bulgaria and North Macedonia. ### Nearest checkpoints - [Gyueshevo](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_400) – 100.8 km ## News ## Filtered News 01 Oct [Kapitan Andreevo](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_384) and Lesovo: Truck Queues to Turkey (P26 - Travel) 03 Sep Northern Greece for Road Trips: Beaches, Calm and Roads (P26 - Travel) 02 Sep Restrictions for Trucks in Bulgaria September 4-7 on A1, A2, A3 (P26 - Travel) [View these news](https://nakordoni.eu/en/news) ### Emergency Contacts & Support Always carry your passport and vehicle documents! ### Other border crossings Compare queues at all crossings [All Bulgaria—North Macedonia border crossings → 4](https://nakordoni.eu/en/stat/12/15) ## 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)