08.11.2022
Information about the actual situation at every border crossing point (BCP) between Ukraine and neighboring European countries (EU + Moldova) is published regularly via the official Telegram channel of the State Customs Service of Ukraine. The interactive map with relevant information is usually updated on a daily basis and can be consulted here. Green indicates that the BCP is not saturated; problematic BCPs are listed in red. The map also contains information on the number of trucks waiting at each BCP.
More resources can be found on the Ukraine information hub: here.
Source: State Customs Service of Ukraine, IRU
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20.09.2022
At Ukrainian-Polish border crossing points from 9 September 2022, phytosanitary and veterinary controls are operational 24h/7 days. At the Korczowa-Krakowiec and Zosin-Ustyluh border crossing points, there are now special lanes for returns of empty trucks.
Additional information, including an interactive map of border crossing points, can be found on IRU’s Ukraine information hub: here.
Source: ZMPD
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25.03.2022
Ukraine: closure of certain border crossing points and customs posts
Ukraine authorities, via the Decree of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No.188-d dated 26.02.2022, have listed border crossing points and customs posts which are temporarily closed, as from 28 February 2022, 00:00 a.m., and until further notice (list here).
Moreover, according to the Order of the State Customs Service of Ukraine No.137 dated 14 March 2022, the customs offices and posts in Ukraine listed in this Order (list here) have also suspended their work.
For TIR users, IRU has updated the TIR-EPD application with these closures.
Source: ASMAP UA
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04.03.2022
Ukraine: Update on Ukrainian border crossing point
- Belarus/Ukraine: Borders remain closed.
- Hungary/Ukraine: Borders are open. The rules for crossing borders in Hungary have not changed since the beginning of the crisis. Waiting times have however increased due to passenger traffic.
- Moldova/Ukraine: Borders are open, except for the Kuchurgan-Pervomaisk crossing point which is closed.
- Poland/Ukraine: All border crossing-points are open. Vehicles with goods of Russian origin may have their cargo confiscated by Ukrainian customs authorities.
- Romania/Ukraine: Borders are open. The Romanian Border Police are providing daily information updates on the situation at Romanian borders with Ukraine. You can find more on the English section of their website. In addition, the Police Border are also sharing the average waiting times at road border crossing points in this online application.
Ukrainian authorities at the Orlivka border crossing point into Romania (RoRo ferry across the Danube) have started to release all trucks (including those carrying Belarus and Russian origin goods or those heading onwards to Belarus and Russia), as of today, except for trucks carrying food products.
- Russia/Ukraine: Borders remain closed.
- Slovakia/Ukraine: Borders are open. The border crossing point from ViE!nC) NemeckC) in Slovakia to UE>horod in Ukraine, the only one processing goods transports of over 3,5t, is open and trucks are being continuously processed. Transport of people has priority over goods.
- Turkey/Ukraine (RoRo via Black Sea): No Ro-Ro movements are currently possible. All Ukrainian ports are closed until further notice. Trucks already in ports should wait for guidance from authorities.
Source: IRU member associations in listed countries
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03.03.2022
Romania-Ukraine border updates: resources
Romania - UkraineThe Romanian Border Police are providing daily information updates on the situation at Romanian borders with Ukraine. You can find more on the English section of their website.
In addition, the Police Border are also sharing the average waiting times at road border crossing points in this online application.
Source: UNTRR
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02.03.2022
Ukraine: Request for assistance from haulage operators for humanitarian deliveries from Poland to Ukraine
Amidst the Ukrainian crisis, international humanitarian organisations are being deployed in Poland to organise the transport of humanitarian cargo into Ukraine to assist people in need. They are currently looking for transport companies with a significant shipping capacity and willing to send trucks back and forth in Ukraine.
Criteria for the transporters:
The ability to transport cargo into Ukraine from Poland (Rzeszow) to Ukraine (Lviv).
Preferred method of shipping:
Heavy truck, single vehicle with no transloading at the border. We request door to door delivery. Loading and handling will be covered by the warehouse on the side of dispatch, and ideally offloading and handling will be managed by consignee, however additional handling services may be required at-cost.
Alternate methods of cargo transport to be considered:
- Cargo is transloaded between trucks at the border. All coordination and handling at the point of transloading will be organized by the transporter.
- Cargo is transported via rail into Ukraine. Transport company is responsible for picking cargo up at warehouse, loading and offloading rail cars, and final delivery to last mile.
For all methods of shipping, insurance is requested, but not mandatory.
Estimated cargo contents:
- Food commodities
- Physical material relief supplies (household items, clothing, construction equipment, etc)
- Medical commodities
- ALL CARGO WILL BE HUMANITARIAN AID
Estimated cargo to be moved:
- 1,000+ Metric tons
- 7,000+ cubic meters
If you are able to help, or need more information, please contact karolina.greda@wfp.org and kelly.bradley@wfp.org.
Source: World Food Programme
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27.02.2022
Ukrainian-Romanian border: Update
Romanian border police have suspended the requirement to present a Romanian visa upon entry into Romania for all people leaving Ukraine either directly, or via Moldova. The measure applies to anyone looking to remain in Romania, or transiting Romania to an onward destination country. The measure also applies to Ukrainian and Turkish drivers.
The Romanian Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure has confirmed that trucks travelling from Ukraine to Turkey via Romania will be permitted to pass through Romania without a transit permit.
The Romanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs recommends all EU drivers to stay in contact with their diplomatic missions to request information and consular assistance if needed.
Source: UNTRR
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24.02.2022
State of emergency in Ukraine - Update
Transport operators are advised that Ukraine has closed border crossing points with Belarus.
The information systems of customs authorities in Ukraine are functioning with interruptions, however some procedures may be performed manually. Significant delays in processing cargo data and customs clearance procedures are therefore expected.
Transport operators are currently advised to change their itineraries for alternative routes in order to avoid delays.
Trucks and drivers facing blockages during operations, including returning to their home countries from Ukraine, Belarus or Russia, should immediately contact their IRU member association and national authorities, as well as inform IRU at hotline@iru.org.
We are continuing to monitor the situation with our member associations, and will provide further updates as it evolves.
Ukraine borders with Moldova and Poland -
Poland/Ukraine: Polish Customs has confirmed that its borders with Ukraine are open. Customs processes for goods transport into Poland are operating as normal. However Polish authorities are currently prioritising passenger traffic into the country, so trucks and commercial goods vehicles should expect delays.
Moldova/Ukraine: All border crossings between Moldova and Ukraine are currently open; the Kuchurgan crossing between Ukraine and Transnistria however is closed.
We are continuing to monitor borders in the region and in particular queues and issues that commercial drivers may be facing. Please let us know if you have any information.
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24.09.2021
COVID-19 update: Quarantine extended until 31 December 2021 in Ukraine
In accordance with the Decree of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine dated of 13 September 2021 No. 254, the “adaptive” quarantine system is extended until 31 December 2021.
From 23 September 2021 (00:00), the “yellow” level of epidemiological risk applies across the territory of Ukraine (main requirements introduced in Ukraine and posted on Flash Info on 25 June 2021 remain in place).
Kindly note that the current restrictions are not applicable to drivers and crew members of freight vehicles, buses providing regular services, as well as crew members of airplanes, sea and river vessels, railway trains and locomotive brigades.
Source: AsMAP UA
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25.06.2021
CORRIGENDUM: COVID-19 update: Quarantine extended until 31 August 2021 in Ukraine
Ukraine (25 June 2021)
In accordance with the Decree of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine dated of 22 March 2021 No. 230 and the Decree of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine dated of 16 June 2021, amending its Decree dated of 9 December 2020 No. 1236, quarantine extended until 31 August 2021.
Also, the "green" level of epidemiological risk has been introduced across the territory of Ukraine.
It is not allowed to be around in public places and buildings or transport without masks or respirators covering nose and mouth.
Documents of identification confirming residence or special status must be carried all the times.
Foreigners and stateless persons crossing the border must possess:
1. an insurance certificate issued by Ukraine-based insurance company, or by a foreign insurer having a representative office in Ukraine or an assistance agreement with a partner insurance company in Ukraine, and covering all expenses related to COVID-19 medication, observation, and valid for the period of stay in Ukraine, AS WELL AS
2. a negative PCR test made no later than 72 hours before entering Ukraine, OR
a negative antigen express test for coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 made no later than 72 hours; OR
a confirmation of receiving full course of COVID-19 vaccination by a vaccine, included in the list of WHO and permitted to use during emergencies.
Kindly note that above restrictions are not applicable to drivers and crew members of freight vehicles, buses providing regular services, as well as crew members of airplanes, sea and river vessels, railway trains and locomotive brigades.
Source: AsMAP UA, Cabinet of the Ministers of Ukraine
CORRIGENDUM: COVID-19 update: Quarantine extended until 31 August 2021 in Ukraine
In accordance with the Decree of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine dated of 22 March 2021 No. 230 and the Decree of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine dated of 16 June 2021, amending its Decree dated of 9 December 2020 No. 1236, quarantine extended until 31 August 2021.
Also, the "green" level of epidemiological risk has been introduced across the territory of Ukraine.
It is not allowed to be around in public places and buildings or transport without masks or respirators covering nose and mouth.
Documents of identification confirming residence or special status must be carried all the times.
Foreigners and stateless persons crossing the border must possess:
1. An insurance certificate issued by Ukraine-based insurance company, or by a foreign insurer having a representative office in Ukraine or an assistance agreement with a partner insurance company in Ukraine, and covering all expenses related to COVID-19 medication, observation, and valid for the period of stay in Ukraine, AS WELL AS
2. A negative PCR test made no later than 72 hours before entering Ukraine, OR
a negative antigen express test for coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 made no later than 72 hours; OR a confirmation of receiving full course of COVID-19 vaccination by a vaccine, included in the list of WHO and permitted to use during emergencies.
Kindly note that above restrictions are not applicable to drivers and crew members of freight vehicles, buses providing regular services, as well as crew members of airplanes, sea and river vessels, railway trains and locomotive brigades.
Source: AsMAP UA, Cabinet of the Ministers of Ukraine
23.06.2021
COVID-19 update: Quarantine extended until 31 August 2021 in Ukraine
The quarantine in Ukraine has been extended by the Government until 31 August 2021. However, the “green” level of epidemiological risk has been introduced across Ukraine.
According to the new health rules and regulations, all persons entering Ukraine including professional drivers engaged in international freight transport have to present one of the following documents:
· a negative PCR test for COVID-19 made no later than 72 hours before entering Ukraine;
· a negative antigen express test for coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 made no later than 72 hours before entering Ukraine;
· confirmation of receiving full course of COVID-19 vaccination by a vaccine, included in the list of WHO and permitted to use during emergencies.
Source: Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine
25.05.2021
Seasonal restrictions in Ukraine
According to Ukravtodor, starting from 01 June 2020 temporary restrictions on the movement of vehicles with a total weight of more than 24 tons and an axle load of more than 7 tons are introduced on public roads to preserve the road surface. Appropriate road signs and information boards have been installed on public roads. More than 982 sites in road lanes and near road service facilities have been prepared for the temporary settling of vehicles along the roads.
Restrictions do not apply to vehicles transporting dangerous, perishable goods, live animals and poultry, as well as transport related to the prevention or elimination of the consequences of emergencies.
Enforcement of the Order will be provided by Ukrtransbezpeka and National police of Ukraine.
Source: ASMAP UA
28.08.2020
Due to an increased number of COVID-19 infections, quarantine in Ukraine has been prolonged until 1 November 2020. Restrictive measures will be in force until 31 October 2020.
As a COVID-19 containment measure, Ukraine will close its borders to non-nationals from 00:00 on 29 August 2020 until 00:00 on 28 September. The following exceptions will apply:
- Drivers or crew members of vehicles.
- Persons transiting through Ukraine with a ticket confirming that they will leave the country within 24 hours.
- Persons entering Ukraine to study.
- Persons serving in the armed forces of Ukraine.
- Persons permanently residing in Ukraine with the appropriate permit.
- Refugees.
- Diplomats, members of their families and representatives of international missions.
- Instructors from NATO member states working with the armed forces of Ukraine.
- Cultural figures and athletes attending official events and their staff.
- Persons transporting stem cells.
Source: ASMAP UA
02.06.2020
On 29 May, the Government of Ukraine informed of the opening of some additional border crossing points. In addition to those already active, the following border crossing points are now opened to traffic:
- At the border with Hungary: Malyi Bereznyi – Ublia
- At the border with Moldova: Serpneve 1 – Basarabiaska, Таbaky – Мyrne, Кuchurgan – Pervomaisk, Кеlmentsi - Larga, Sokyriany – Оknytsia, Mamalyga – Kryva, Rososhany – Brichen
- At the border with Russia: Milove – Chertkovo
Source: ASMAP
07.05.2020
With effect from 6 May, the Government of Ukraine has opened the border crossing between Rawa Ruska and Hrebenne, which is situated on the border of Poland.
Source: Government of Ukraine, ASMAP UA
16.04.2020
On 15 April 2020, the Ukrainian Government approved a mechanism allowing, on the basis of reciprocity, to take restrictive measures against those countries that have set restrictions towards Ukraine.
On the basis of reciprocity, appropriate measures can be applied to drivers and the crew of goods vehicles from countries which imposed border crossing restrictions to Ukrainian goods vehicles drivers and crew.
Meanwhile, сrossing the state border of Ukraine is permitted for drivers and the crew of goods vehicles from countries which didn't impose any restrictions on Ukrainian goods vehicles drivers and the crew.
Source: IRU Moscow office
10.04.2020
As of 7 April, the following 19 border-crossing points are operational at the Ukrainian border:
Crossing points at the border with Belarus:
- Senkivka- Veselivka
- Novi Yarylovychi-Nova Huta
- Slavutych-Komaryn
- Vystupovychi-Nova Rudnia
- Domanove-Mokrany.
At the border with Poland:
- Krakowiec-Korchowa
- Yagodin-Dorohusk.
At the border with Slovakia:
- Uzhhorod-Vyshnie-Niemetske.
At the border with Hungary:
- Chop (Tysa)-Zakhon.
At the border with Romania:
- Diakove-Khalmeu
- Porubne-Siret
At the border with Moldova:
- Palanka-Maiaky-Udobne
- Starokozache-Tudora
- Reni-Dzhiurdzhiulesht
- Mohyliv-Podilskyi-Otach
At the border with Russia:
- Hoptivka-Nekhotieievka
- Iunakivka-Sudzha
- Bachivsk-Troiebortne
- Senkivka-Novi Yurkovychi
Source: The State Frontier Service of Ukraine - https://dpsu.gov.ua/ua/news/Uryad-posiliv-obmezhennya-na-kordoni/?fbclid=IwAR3SYmtoLhYG0ZSajD3I2DawrzbC0--6eXC7tlIZyTcdtURaY4ONBSzZR9M.
25.03.2020
Given the fact that Ukraine and neighbouring countries have imposed restrictions on crossing the state borders, the State Border Service of Ukraine has released a list of checkpoints that operate between Ukraine and neighbouring countries.
In addition, to prevent the spread of COVID-19, Ukraine and most of the neighbouring countries have restricted entry of foreigners to their territory.
Crossing points at the border with Belarus:
In the Chernihiv region: "Senkivka-Veselivka", "Novi Yarylovichi-Nova Huta" "Slavutich-Komarin".
In the Kiev region: "Wilcha-Alexandrovka".
In the Zhytomyr region: "Vystupovichi-Nova Rudnya".
In the Rivne region: "Gorodishche-Verkhny Terebezhiv", "Applicants-Nevel".
In the Volyn region: "Dolsk-Mokhro", "Domanove-Mokran", "Pulemets-Tomashivka".
At the border with Poland:
In the Lviv region: "Rava-Ruska-Grebenne" and "Krakovets-Korchova".
In the Volyn region: "Yagodin-Dorohusk".
At the border with Slovakia:
In the Transcarpathian region: "Little Berezniy-Ublya", "Uzhgorod-Cherry-German".
At the border with Hungary:
In the Transcarpathian region: "Luzhanka-Beregshuran", "Vilok-Tisabech", "Kosino-Barabash", "Bell-Lony" and "Chop (Tisa) Zakhon".
At the border with Romania:
In the Transcarpathian region: "Dyakovo-Halmeu".
In the Chernivtsi region: "Porubne-Siret".
At the border with Moldova:
In the Odessa region: "Palanka-Beacons-Convenient", "Starokozache-Tudor", "Reni-Giurgiulesti", "Tabaki-Mirne".
In Vinnytsia region: "Mogilev-Podilskyi-Otach".
In Chernivtsi region: "Rossoshany-Brichen", "Mamaliga-Kriv".
At the border with Russia:
In the Kharkiv region: "Chugunovka-Verigovka", "Pletenivka-Shebekino", "Goptivka-Nekhoteevka".
In the Sumy region: "Greater Pysarivka-Grayvoron", "Yunakivka-Sudzha", "Bachevsk-Trostrebne", "Katerynivka-Krupets".
In Chernihiv region: "Gremyach-Pogar", "Senkovka-Novy Yurkovichi".
In the Lugansk region: "Milove-Chertkovo", "Prosyane-Buhayivka", "Tanyushivka-Rovenky".
Source: State Border Services of Ukraine, AsMAP-Ukraine.
