Queue at Galati — Giurgiulesti
passenger car
45
min
Wait time
Much busier than usual
23°C
Forecast for next 6 hours
LIVE
Much busier than usual
Predicted
What the chart shows
Predicted current queue:
0 cars
Peak load:
0 cars (~15 min)
Shortest queue:
0 cars (~15 min)
Queue Forecast Smart Forecast
Peak load hours
Better to avoid:
13:00
19:00
21:00
Best crossing times
Recommended times:
04:00
05:00
06:00
Forecast for Galati (passenger cars) — updated at 04:00, covering today.
• Tonight (04:00–06:00): ~15 min, light traffic.
• This morning (06:00–12:00): ~15 min, light traffic.
• Midday today (12:00–17:00): ~20 min, light traffic (peaks at ~35 min around 13:00).
• This evening (17:00–21:00): ~35 min, moderate load (peaks at ~95 min around 19:00).
• Late tonight (21:00–00:00): ~20 min, light traffic.
Best time to cross: This morning (06:00–12:00).
Next update: today at 06:00.
• Tonight (04:00–06:00): ~15 min, light traffic.
• This morning (06:00–12:00): ~15 min, light traffic.
• Midday today (12:00–17:00): ~20 min, light traffic (peaks at ~35 min around 13:00).
• This evening (17:00–21:00): ~35 min, moderate load (peaks at ~95 min around 19:00).
• Late tonight (21:00–00:00): ~20 min, light traffic.
Best time to cross: This morning (06:00–12:00).
Next update: today at 06:00.
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Best time to cross Galati today
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Shorter queues at nearby crossings — Galati
Current Data
As of 03:31, at Galati checkpoint there are 3 cars waiting.
How long does it take to cross the border at Galati?
According to user reports, the full border crossing time is ≈ 30 min (~30 minutes)
based on user experience
Last updated: Updated 36 days ago
How long is the wait in the border queue at Galati?
The queue wait time before the border ≈ 30 min (~30 minutes)
based on user experience
Last updated: Updated 26 days ago
Does the EES system work at Galati border crossing?
EES Active
Yes, the Entry/Exit System (EES) is active at Galati border crossing. EES is an EU automated system for registering entry and exit of third-country nationals crossing the external borders of the Schengen Area.
The system records the date, time and place of border crossing, as well as biometric data (fingerprints and facial photo).
Information provided for trip planning only. Actual conditions may differ. Always check the latest data before departure.
Live Cameras
Live Webcam Galati in real time
In online mode using a webcam at the border you can view queues at the checkpoint Galati.
Camera signal not detected.
Free flow 10 km/h
16 min ago
Real-time traffic conditions on roads leading to the border crossing. Data is automatically updated from TomTom Traffic and Autobahn.de.
Free flow
10 km/h
Queue Chart: Today & Yesterday
Queue at checkpoint for the last 24 hours
Real Data
Increased Load
Detailed statistics for today and yesterday · Peak Hours · Data Comparison
Detailed statistics for today and yesterday
Border Queue Analysis at the Galati - passenger car checkpoint for Yesterday
During the period 05.08.2026 from 00:00 to 23:59 at the Galati - 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 10:00 05.08.2026 — 2 cars. The highest point was recorded at 08:00 05.08.2026 — 3 cars.
Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00):
The number of vehicles during Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00). The lowest point was observed at 13:00 05.08.2026 — 3 cars. The highest point was recorded at 13:00 05.08.2026 — 3 cars.
Evening hours (18:00 - 24:00):
The number of vehicles during Evening hours (18:00 - 24:00). The lowest point was observed at 23:00 05.08.2026 — 3 cars. The highest point was recorded at 23:00 05.08.2026 — 3 cars.
Night hours (00:00 - 06:00):
The number of vehicles during Night hours (00:00 - 06:00). The lowest point was observed at 05:00 05.08.2026 — 2 cars. The highest point was recorded at 01:00 05.08.2026 — 3 cars.
Chart for Yesterday and the Day Before
Recommendations
To avoid long queues at the Galati - 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 5:00 and 10:00 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 Galati - 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
45min
(3 cars)
Official Data
3h 35min
(20 cars)
Difference: -2h 50min
Peak Hours
Travel Planning Galati By car
Best days:
Monday-Sunday (32 cars,
~5.3-6.3 hrs).
Avoid:
Sunday (50 cars).
Queue comparison by day of week
| Day | Cars | Load | Wait time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🟡 Mon | 32 | 64% | ~5.3-6.3 hrs |
| 🔴 Sun | 50 | 100% | ~8.3-9.3 hrs |
Based on the data, the best time to cross the border is Monday or Sunday, when the queue is shortest.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which day is best to cross Galati by car?
Monday or Sunday — shortest queue (32 cars, ~5.3-6.3 hrs waiting).
When to avoid crossing at Galati?
Sunday — peak load (50 cars).
What is the average queue wait time?
Depends on the day: 5-7 hrs (Mon), 8-10 hrs (Sun).
Required Documents · green card · vehicle requirements · customs · vignette
Required Documents
Documents for crossing the border from the EU
Information about the documents required for leaving the EU will be available here soon.
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
Facilities
Checkpoint Characteristics and Equipment Galati
Transport Type: road crossing
Working Hours: 24/7
Amenities:
Mother and Child Room: Information not available;
Toilets: Information not available;
Food Facilities: Information not available;
Duty Free Shops: Information not available;
Mobile Communication: Information not available (contact mobile operators for details);
Wi-Fi Access: Information not available;
Bank Branch and/or Payment Terminal: Information not available;
Border Crossing with Pets: Information not available;
Checkpoint Control Types:
Phytosanitary: Information not available
Veterinary: Information not available
Ecological: Information not available
Sanitary: Information not available
Cultural Heritage Control: Information not available
International Road Transport Control: Information not available
Total number of lanes: Romania: Information not available
Total number of lanes: Moldova: Information not available
Information about operating hours and services may be inaccurate.
Contacts & Map
Contacts and address of checkpoint Galati
Address: Romania, Border Crossing Galati
GPS Coordinates: 45.468254, 28.188611 Show on map
How to get there
Galati border crossing is located on the border between Romania and Moldova.
Nearest checkpoints
Emergency Contacts & Support
Romania Emergency Services
Moldova Emergency Services
Roadside Assistance
Roadside Assistance
Always carry your passport and vehicle documents!