Border crossing
Crossing the Border into Ukraine
Five neighbouring countries, dozens of open checkpoints. What actually happens at the booth — and which documents come out of your bag.
Last updated: 2026-09-14
Will they ask for insurance?
Sometimes, yes. Insurance is not stamped like a visa, but officers have the right to request proof of medical cover and do so selectively — more often for longer stays, work or media entries. Showing a certificate from a licensed insurer ends the question in seconds; not having one can mean delays or, for legally required categories, refusal.
Open crossings by country
- Poland — the busiest direction: Medyka–Shehyni (pedestrian + vehicle), Korczowa–Krakivets, Dorohusk–Yahodyn, Hrebenne–Rava-Ruska and others. Direct trains Warsaw/Przemyśl–Kyiv cross at Mostyska.
- Slovakia — Vyšné Nemecké–Uzhhorod, Ubľa–Malyi Bereznyi.
- Hungary — Záhony–Chop (road + rail), Beregsurány–Luzhanka.
- Romania — Siret–Porubne (the main southern gate), Sighetu Marmației–Solotvyno.
- Moldova — Palanca–Maiaky-Udobne toward Odesa, Otaci–Mohyliv-Podilskyi.
Russia and Belarus crossings are closed.
Digital vs printed certificate
A PDF on your phone is accepted at every crossing — the certificate is signed with a qualified electronic signature and can be verified independently. Carry a printed copy as a fallback: checkpoints are exactly where batteries die and roaming drops.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the wait at the border?
It varies from under an hour at quiet checkpoints to several hours at Medyka or Siret on peak days. Pedestrian lanes are usually faster than vehicle queues.
Can I cross on foot?
Yes, several checkpoints have pedestrian lanes — Medyka–Shehyni is the best known. Buses and trains are the alternative where foot crossing isn't allowed.
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