Poland Border Crossing Points
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Budomezh — Hrushiv
Dolgobychuv — Uhryniv
Dorohusk — Yagodyn
Hrushiv — Budomezh
Khrebenne — Rava-Ruska
Korchova — Krakivets
Krakivets — Korchova
Krosstsenko — Smilnytsia
Malhowice — Nyzhankovychi
Medyka — Shehyni
Nyzhankovychi — Malhowice
Rava-Ruska — Khrebenne
Shehyni — Medyka
Smilnytsia — Krosstsenko
Uhryniv — Dolgobychuv
Ustyluh — Zosyn
Yagodyn — Dorohusk
Zosyn — Ustyluh
Truck Traffic Bans
Truck bans in Poland and neighboring countries
International Trains
Direct train connections between Ukraine and Poland. Track train delays in real-time.
Kyiv — Przemyśl
Kyiv — Chełm
Lviv — Przemyśl
Other Countries
Slovakia 
Hungary 
Romania 
Moldova 
Lithuania 
Latvia 
Estonia 
Slovenia 
Bulgaria 
Serbia 
Turkey 
North Macedonia 
Croatia 
Bosnia and Herzegovina 
Greece 
Italy 
Albania 
Montenegro 
Kosovo
Temporary Border Controls Active
Poland has reintroduced temporary checks at borders with Germany and Lithuania from 7 July 2025. Delays of 15–30 minutes during peak periods.
Poland has reintroduced temporary checks at borders with Germany and Lithuania from 7 July 2025. Delays of 15–30 minutes during peak periods.
Poland and the Schengen Area
Poland is a member of the Schengen Area and the EU. Citizens of 60+ countries can enter visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. This rule applies to the entire Schengen Area.
Required Documents
- Valid passport (issued less than 10 years ago)
- Passport valid for at least 3 months beyond departure date
- ID card (for EU citizens)
- Proof of accommodation and travel insurance
- Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
EES System (from 12 October 2025)
- Biometric data registration (fingerprints and photo)
- Children under 12 — photo only, no fingerprints
- Passport stamps replaced with digital records
- Expect longer border queues
Border with Ukraine (External EU Border)
The border with Ukraine is an external EU border. EES system active from 12 October 2025.
Main Road Crossings
- Medyka — Shehyni — main crossing, 24/7, EES active
- Korczowa — Krakovets — 24/7, for passenger cars
- Budomierz — Hrushiv — 24/7
- Hrebenne — Rava-Ruska — 24/7
- Dolhobyczow — Uhryniv — 24/7
- Zosin — Ustyluh — 24/7
- Dorohusk — Yahodyn — 24/7, freight and passenger
Crossing Tips
- Ukrainian citizens need biometric passport (no visa required)
- First entry — allow extra 15–20 minutes for EES registration
- Carry hotel booking, insurance and proof of funds
Border with Germany (Temporary Controls)
Poland reintroduced temporary checks at the German border from 7 July 2025 due to migration pressure.
What to Expect
- Selective checks at fixed checkpoints
- Mobile patrols on roads
- Delays: 15–30 minutes at peak times
Main Crossings
- Frankfurt (Oder) — Slubice — main road crossing
- Szczecin — rail crossing
Border with Lithuania (Temporary Controls)
Temporary checks at the Lithuanian border from 7 July 2025.
- Selective controls at all crossings
- Delays: 15–30 minutes
- Budzisko — Kalvarija — Via Baltica motorway
Internal Schengen Borders (No Checks)
No passport checks at borders with Czechia and Slovakia.
With Czechia
Multiple crossings without controls. Valid passport or ID still required.
With Slovakia
Multiple crossings in the Tatras and lowlands. No passport checks.
Airports
- Warsaw Chopin (WAW) — main airport, EES active
- Krakow (KRK) — EES active
- Wroclaw (WRO), Poznan (POZ), Gdansk (GDN)
Practical Tips
- Ukraine border: Allow 1–2 hours for processing + EES registration
- Germany/Lithuania borders: Add 30 minutes for possible checks
- 90-day limit: Strictly observe, EES automatically tracks
- Documents: Keep passport, insurance and booking printed and on phone
Frequently Asked Questions
For Ukrainian citizens with biometric passports, no visa is required for short stays (up to 90 days within 180 days). You need a valid passport, proof of purpose of visit, and sufficient financial means.
The busiest crossing is Medyka — Shehyni. Alternatives with shorter queues include Hrebenne — Rava-Ruska, Korczowa — Krakovets, and Dorohusk — Yahodyn.
There are over 10 car border crossings on the Poland-Ukraine border, including Medyka — Shehyni, Hrebenne — Rava-Ruska, Korczowa — Krakovets, Dorohusk — Yahodyn, and others.
The shortest queues are observed on weekdays (Tuesday-Thursday), early morning (5:00-7:00) or late evening (22:00-00:00). Avoid Friday evenings and weekends.
Yes, the e-CHERHA electronic queue system operates for cargo transport. For cars, queues form normally, but you can check congestion online via Nakordoni.
The EES (Entry/Exit System) was introduced in 2025 in Schengen countries. Biometric data (fingerprints, photo) is registered on first entry. The procedure takes 2-5 additional minutes.