When does shift change occur at checkpoints on the Ukrainian border?

The shift change on the Ukrainian side of the border takes place twice a day - at 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. These are regular changes that ensure the continuity of border control. It should be taken into account that during the shift change there are often delays in servicing all types of border crossings. We recommend planning your trip taking this factor into account.

Financial Requirements for Foreign Nationals Entering Poland

In compliance with the aforementioned laws [1], foreign nationals entering the Republic of Poland must have sufficient funds as follows: For stays up to 4 days: PLN 300. For stays longer than 4 days: PLN 75 per day or the equivalent amount in foreign currency. Additionally, if the foreign national does not possess a return ticket, they must have enough funds to cover the cost of the return trip when crossing the border. These amounts must be at least: PLN 200 if arriving from a neighboring country, PLN 500 if arriving from another EU Member State, PLN 2,500 if arriving from a non-EU country or the equivalent amount in foreign currency. [1] - https://www.gov.pl/web/mswia-en/entry-and-residence-conditions-for-foreign-nationals-in-poland

How long does it approximately take to X-ray a car or bus at the border?

An X-ray of a vehicle at the border usually takes up to an hour, not including the time spent in the queue. This means that the preparation and scanning process itself takes approximately up to an hour.

Last updated: 02.12.2025 21:12

Automobile border queue Otacz — Mohyliv-Podilskyi and waiting time today online

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Live Update: As of 21:12, there are 1 car waiting at Otacz border crossing, with an estimated wait time of 12 minutes for vehicles entering the registration process.

Adjacent border checkpoint on the territory of Ukraine — Mohyliv-Podilskyi.

Latest data update time	2025-12-02 21:12:24
Number of vehicles in queue	1
Waiting time in queue	≈ 12 minutes
Data source	user directly from the checkpoint
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26 Nov

EES system started operation at Giurgiulești–Galați and Cahul–Oancea border crossings (Service Nakordoni.eu)

16 Jan

Entry rules to Moldova updated: drivers must have a valid technical inspection certificate, otherwise entry may be denied. (DPSU)

09 Dec

Border crossing operations with Moldova have been temporarily suspended due to technical issues with Moldova's customs database. (DPSU)

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Travel Planning Otacz By car

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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.

Driver's documents:

Biometric passport
International driving license
Medical insurance

Vehicle documents:

Vehicle registration certificate (technical passport)
Mandatory insurance policy Green Card

Equipment:

First aid kit, fire extinguisher, warning triangle, and reflective vest

Border Queue Analysis at the Otacz - passenger car checkpoint for Yesterday

During the period 28.11.2025 from 00:00 to 23:59 at the Otacz - 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 12:00 28.11.2025 — 8 cars. The highest point was recorded at 12:00 28.11.2025 — 8 cars.

Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00):
The number of vehicles during Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00). The lowest point was observed at 16:00 28.11.2025 — 2 cars. The highest point was recorded at 12:00 28.11.2025 — 8 cars.

Evening hours (18:00 - 24:00):
The number of vehicles during Evening hours (18:00 - 24:00). The lowest point was observed at 21:00 28.11.2025 — 2 cars. The highest point was recorded at 18:00 28.11.2025 — 3 cars.

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 Otacz - 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 16:00 and 17:00 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 Otacz - passenger car checkpoint to make your crossing fast and convenient. Pay special attention to these hours to avoid peak times and reduce waiting times.

Contact Details of the Border Service Border Crossing Point Otacz

Address:

GPS coordinates: 48.444859, 27.791351 Show on map

Nearest border checkpoints

Unguri – 8.3 км
Brichen – 55.5 км
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Larga – 70.1 км
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Checkpoint Characteristics and Facilities Otacz

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: Moldova: Data not found

Total number of lanes: Ukraine: Data not found

Information about the working schedule and services might be inaccurate.

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