--- title: "Queue at Mamalyha — Kriva" canonical: "https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_47" lang: "en" ppid: "id_47" type: "checkpoint" source: "nakordoni.eu — live border queue data" --- [All modes](https://nakordoni.eu/en/bcp/mamalyha-kryva) [🇲🇩→🇺🇦](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_145) # Queue at Mamalyha — Kriva - **Vehicle type:** passenger car - **Wait time:** 15 min -0% - **Status:** Much quieter than usual Updated: 17.07.2026 12:00 - **Cars in queue:** 0 - **Weather:** 29°C - **User rating:** **1.0** · 1 Database working Moving [Cars](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_47) [Buses](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_48) [Trucks <7.5 t](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_360) [Pedestrians](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_49) [All queues at Ukraine — Moldova border](https://nakordoni.eu/en/stat/1/6) ### Forecast for next 6 hours Predicted What the chart shows Predicted current queue: **7 cars** Peak load: **19 cars (~2 h 7 min)** Shortest queue: **2 cars (~29 min)** ## Queue Forecast Smart Forecast Updated: 20:24, 23.06.2026 ### ⚠️ Peak load hours Better to avoid: 21:00 22:00 08:00 ### ✅ Best crossing times Recommended times: 00:00 01:00 02:00 Forecast for Mamalyha (passenger cars) — updated at 15:00, covering through tomorrow noon. • Tonight (21:00–06:00): ~20 min, light traffic. • Tomorrow morning (06:00–12:00): ~25 min, light traffic. Best time to cross: Tonight (21:00–06:00). Next update: today at 21:00. 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? 1.0 · 1 review ## Best time to cross Mamalyha tomorrow 07:00 typical queue Based on historical data. Queue Forecast•Statistics by Day ## Current Data **As of 12:00, there is no queue at Mamalyha checkpoint.** How long does it take to cross the border at Mamalyha? According to user reports, the full border crossing time is ≈ 60 min (~1 hour) based on user experience Last updated: Updated 11 days ago How long is the wait in the border queue at Mamalyha? The queue wait time before the border ≈ 90 min (~1 hour 30 minutes) based on user experience Last updated: Updated 17 days ago 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/mamalyha-kryva/hotel#filters) [Rest Stops Cafes and restaurants nearby](https://nakordoni.eu/en/services/ukraine/mamalyha-kryva/restaurant#filters) [Gas Stations Petrol stations near border](https://nakordoni.eu/en/services/ukraine/mamalyha-kryva/gas_station#filters) [Parking Parking lots near checkpoint](https://nakordoni.eu/en/services/ukraine/mamalyha-kryva/parking#filters) [ATMs Withdraw cash before crossing](https://nakordoni.eu/en/services/ukraine/mamalyha-kryva/atm#filters) [View all services](https://nakordoni.eu/en/services/ukraine/mamalyha-kryva/) No cameras available at this checkpoint ## Moderate traffic 20 km/h 40 min ago Real-time traffic conditions on roads leading to the border crossing. Data is automatically updated from TomTom Traffic and Autobahn.de. Moderate traffic 20 km/h On the other side of the border Free flow 20 km/h [View details](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_145#traffic-status) ## Mamalyha: Ukrainian border-guard shift change at the Ukrainian–Moldovan border — when and how long to wait Border guard shift change on the Ukrainian side of **Mamalyha** 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 Mamalyha 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 Moldova 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 Detailed statistics for today and yesterday · Peak Hours · Data Comparison ## Detailed statistics for today and yesterday ### Border Queue Analysis at the Mamalyha - passenger car checkpoint for Yesterday During the period 16.07.2026 from 00:00 to 23:59 at the Mamalyha - passenger 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 09:00 16.07.2026 — 0 cars. The highest point was recorded at 09:00 16.07.2026 — 0 cars. **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 cars. The highest point was recorded at 12:00 16.07.2026 — 0 cars. **Evening hours (18:00 - 24:00):** The number of vehicles during Evening hours (18:00 - 24:00). The lowest point was observed at 18:00 16.07.2026 — 0 cars. The highest point was recorded at 18:00 16.07.2026 — 0 cars. **Night hours (00:00 - 06:00):** The number of vehicles during Night hours (00:00 - 06:00). The lowest point was observed at 00:00 16.07.2026 — 0 cars. The highest point was recorded at 00:00 16.07.2026 — 0 cars. #### Chart for Yesterday and the Day Before ### Recommendations To avoid long queues at the Mamalyha - 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 5:00 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 Mamalyha - passenger car checkpoint to make your crossing fast and convenient. Pay special attention to these hours to avoid peak times and reduce waiting times. ## Data Comparison ### Data Comparison Our Data vs Official Source Our Data 15min (0 cars) Source: nakordoni.eu Updated: 12:00 Official Data 15min (0 cars) Source: ДПСУ України Updated: 12:00 Data matches ## Peak Hours ### Travel Planning Mamalyha **Best days:** Monday-Wednesday (17 cars, ~1.7-2.7 hrs). **Avoid:** Saturday (24 cars). ### Queue comparison by day of week | Day | Cars | Load | Wait time | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 🟡 Mon | 17 | 71% | ~1.7-2.7 hrs | | 🔴 Tue | 23 | 96% | ~2.3-3.3 hrs | | 🟠 Wed | 19 | 79% | ~1.9-2.9 hrs | | 🔴 Thu | 22 | 92% | ~2.2-3.2 hrs | | 🔴 Fri | 22 | 92% | ~2.2-3.2 hrs | | 🔴 Sat | 24 | 100% | ~2.4-3.4 hrs | | 🔴 Sun | 24 | 100% | ~2.4-3.4 hrs | **Peak time:** Friday 06:00 - 08:00 and 02:00 - 04:00. **Average wait time on Sunday:** from 240 up to 240 min.. **Based on the data,** the best time to cross the border is Monday or Wednesday, when the queue is shortest. ### Frequently Asked Questions **Which day is best to cross Mamalyha by car?** Monday or Wednesday — shortest queue (17 cars, ~1.7-2.7 hrs waiting). **When to avoid crossing at Mamalyha?** Saturday — peak load (24 cars). **What is the average queue wait time?** Depends on the day: 1-3 hrs (Mon, Wed), 2-4 hrs (Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun). ### Supermarkets nearby - [(image: Lidl) Lidl Strada Constantin Dobrogeanu Gherea 25, Dorohoi 38.3 km 57 min drive](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/48.264477,26.623233/47.954938,26.397829) - [P Profi DC79, Șendriceni 41.1 km 62 min drive](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/48.264477,26.623233/47.952167,26.326826) - [S Silpo Vulytsia Heroiv Maidanu 71, Zastavnivskyi raion 47.8 km 72 min drive](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/48.264477,26.623233/48.498221,26.080249) - [С Сільпо Vulytsia Holovna 265А, Chernivetska miska hromada 49.3 km 74 min drive](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/48.264477,26.623233/48.259105,25.95744) [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](https://vuso.ua/ua/green-card/) [ARX](https://arx.com.ua/produkty/zelena-karta/) [UNIQA](https://uniqa.ua/private/auto/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: Moldova Electronic vignette required for highway travel from 4 EUR / 7 days [Buy online](https://evinieta.gov.md/) [Learn more about vignettes](https://nakordoni.eu/en/for_car_drivers/vignettes) ## Facilities ### Checkpoint Characteristics and Facilities Mamalyha 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: Available Veterinary: Available Ecological: Available Sanitary: Available Cultural Heritage Control: Not available International Road_transport Control: Available Total number of lanes: Ukraine: Total number of lanes: Moldova: Information about the working schedule and services might be inaccurate. ## Weather ## Weather at checkpoint Mamalyha Weather now: **30°C**, Clear sky [Weather at all border crossings](https://nakordoni.eu/en/weather) ## Fuel Prices 📅 16.07.2026 📍 Chernivtsi Oblast UAH/liter | Petrol Station Name | A 95+ | A 95 | A 92 | Diesel | LPG | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | AMIC | 76.45 | 73.73 | - | 74.99 | 38.99 | | Shell | 62.99 | 58.99 | - | 58.99 | 37.49 | | WOG | 81.90 | 78.90 | - | 79.90 | 41.90 | | Avias | - | - | 53.99 | - | - | | OKKO | 81.90 | 78.90 | - | 85.90 | 45.90 | | Ukr-Petrol | - | 56.74 | - | 56.52 | - | | Ukrnafta | 71.99 | 68.99 | 65.99 | 73.99 | 41.99 | The prices are approximate. [Fuel Calculator](https://nakordoni.eu/en/for_car_drivers/fuel#petrol-calculator) [Fuel prices near the border](https://nakordoni.eu/en/for_car_drivers/fuel) ## User Reviews — 1.0/5 (1 reviews) The review for Mamalyha checkpoint reflects a severely negative experience with an overall rating of 1 out of 5 stars. The traveler spent approximately three hours waiting in their vehicle at the checkpoint, enduring direct sun exposure without adequate shelter. A critical complaint involves the complete lack of basic facilities, particularly toilets, forcing visitors to pay 10 UAH to use facilities at a nearby café - a situation the reviewer perceives as exploitative and potentially symbiotic between checkpoint operations and the adjacent business. The review suggests systemic issues with checkpoint organization and management, highlighting the absence of accountability for these poor conditions. The reviewer's frustration is compounded by the perception that all involved parties benefit from this arrangement while travelers suffer the consequences. The complaint pattern indicates infrastructure deficiencies and inadequate oversight rather than temporary capacity issues. For travelers considering Mamalyha, this review emphasizes the importance of preparation: bring water, sun protection, and plan for extended wait times. The lack of on-site facilities suggests bringing necessary supplies is essential. However, this single review should be weighed against other visitor experiences to establish whether these conditions are consistent or exceptional. ⭐ 1.0/5 1 reviews ## User Reviews ### Reviews about the checkpoint Mamalyha, 1.0 ★☆☆☆☆ 1 review All Positive Negative Лео ★☆☆☆☆ Організація роботи жахлива.Стоїмо машиною майже три години,на самому сонці, туалету немає, пропонують ходити за 10 грн у кафе при дорозі поруч, класний бізнес влаштували, всі задоволені і запитати немає з кого, а в кінці зміни ще і поляну мабуть накриють, нормальний симбіоз вийшов. 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 Mamalyha Address: Chernivtsi region, Novoselitsky district, Mamalyga. Phone: +38 044 527-63-63 GPS Coordinates: 48.264477, 26.623233 [Show on map](https://nakordoni.eu/en/maps/ua-md#id_47) ### How to get there by car: from Kyiv via the M06 highway to Zhytomyr, from Zhytomyr via the N03 highway to Khmelnytskyi, from Khmelnytskyi via the N03 highway to Khmelnytskyi, from Khmelnytskyi via the N03 highway to Dunayivtsi, from Dunayivtsi via the N03 highway to Kamianets-Podilskyi, from Kamianets-Podilskyi via the N03 highway to Khotyn, from Khotyn via the T-26-10 highway to Mamalyha, from Mamalyha via the N10 highway to the Mamalyha checkpoint. ##### Nearest border checkpoints - [Kelmentsi](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_50) – 23.2 км - [Rososhany](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_53) – 33.7 км - [Sokyriany](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_56) – 58.8 км - [Mohyliv-Podilskyi](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_165) – 88.6 км - [Serpneve 1 - Basarabeasca](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_684) – 281.2 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 ### [Children's Day Border Queue Forecast — Ukraine–Moldova & Romania 01.06.2026](https://nakordoni.eu/en/news/2026-05-31/queue-prognosis-children-s-day-2026-06-01) 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 [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) **Moldova Emergency Services** - [112 — universal emergency](tel:112) - [902 — police](tel:902) - [903 — ambulance](tel:903) - [901 — fire department](tel:901) **Roadside Assistance** - [Ukravtodor: 0-800-503-508 (free)](tel:0800503508) **Roadside Assistance** - [ACM Auto Club: +373-22-222-333](tel:) **Ukrainian Embassy in Moldova** - [Embassy (Chisinau): +373-22-582-151](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 Ukraine—Moldova border crossings → 28](https://nakordoni.eu/en/stat/1/6) ## 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)