Queue at Kapitan Andreevo — Kapıkule
passenger car
35
min
Wait time
Much busier than usual
32°C
Forecast for next 6 hours
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:
21:00
22:00
23:00
Best crossing times
Recommended times:
11:00
12:00
13:00
Forecast for Kapitan Andreevo (passenger cars) — updated at 10:00, covering the rest of today.
• This morning (11:00–12:00): ~15 min, light traffic.
• Midday today (12:00–17:00): ~15 min, light traffic.
• This evening (17:00–21:00): ~15 min, light traffic.
• Late tonight (21:00–00:00): ~15 min, light traffic.
Best time to cross: Midday today (12:00–17:00).
Next update: today at 12:00.
• This morning (11:00–12:00): ~15 min, light traffic.
• Midday today (12:00–17:00): ~15 min, light traffic.
• This evening (17:00–21:00): ~15 min, light traffic.
• Late tonight (21:00–00:00): ~15 min, light traffic.
Best time to cross: Midday today (12:00–17:00).
Next update: today at 12:00.
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Best time to cross Kapitan Andreevo today
13:00↓63%−63%
16:00typical queue
23:00typical queue
Current Data
As of 08:51, at Kapitan Andreevo checkpoint there are 2 cars waiting.
Does the EES system work at Kapitan Andreevo border crossing?
EES Inactive
Currently, the Entry/Exit System (EES) is not active at Kapitan Andreevo border crossing.
EES is a new EU automated system being gradually implemented at Schengen Area borders. Once activated, the system will record the date, time and place of border crossing, as well as travelers' biometric data.
Information provided for trip planning only. Actual conditions may differ. Always check the latest data before departure.
No cameras available at this checkpoint
Truck (TIR) queue
Exit queue
1 km
In TIR park
432 veh.
Cleared (per day)
919 veh.
Updated: 05-08-2026 11:04:00 · Source: Turkish customs official data
Free flow 100 km/h
22 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
100 km/h
On the other side of the border
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 Kapitan Andreevo - passenger car checkpoint for Yesterday
During the period 05.08.2026 from 00:00 to 23:59 at the Kapitan Andreevo - 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 06:00 05.08.2026 — 1 car. The highest point was recorded at 07:00 05.08.2026 — 2 cars.
Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00):
The number of vehicles during Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00). The lowest point was observed at 17:00 05.08.2026 — 1 car. 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 18:00 05.08.2026 — 1 car. The highest point was recorded at 21:00 05.08.2026 — 2 cars.
Night hours (00:00 - 06:00):
The number of vehicles during Night hours (00:00 - 06:00). The lowest point was observed at 00:00 05.08.2026 — 1 car. The highest point was recorded at 02:00 05.08.2026 — 2 cars.
Chart for Yesterday and the Day Before
Recommendations
To avoid long queues at the Kapitan Andreevo - 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 :00 and 1:00 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 Kapitan Andreevo - passenger car checkpoint to make your crossing fast and convenient. Pay special attention to these hours to avoid peak times and reduce waiting times.
Peak Hours
Travel Planning Kapitan Andreevo By car
Best days:
Sunday (40 cars,
~6.7-7.7 hrs).
Avoid:
Sunday (40 cars).
Queue comparison by day of week
| Day | Cars | Load | Wait time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🔴 Sun | 40 | 100% | ~6.7-7.7 hrs |
Based on the data, the best time to cross the border is Sunday, when the queue is shortest.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which day is best to cross Kapitan Andreevo by car?
Sunday — shortest queue (40 cars, ~6.7-7.7 hrs waiting).
When to avoid crossing at Kapitan Andreevo?
Sunday — peak load (40 cars).
What is the average queue wait time?
Depends on the day: 6-8 hrs (Sun).
Truck (TIR) queue
Exit queue
1 km
In TIR park
432 veh.
Cleared (per day)
919 veh.
Updated: 05-08-2026 11:04:00 · Source: Turkish customs official data
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.
Facilities
Checkpoint Characteristics and Equipment Kapitan Andreevo
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: Bulgaria: Information not available
Total number of lanes: Turkey: Information not available
Information about operating hours and services may be inaccurate.
Contacts & Map
Contacts and address of checkpoint Kapitan Andreevo
Address: Bulgaria, Border Crossing Kapitan Andreevo
GPS Coordinates: 41.744451, 26.351763 Show on map
How to get there
Kapitan Andreevo border crossing is located on the border between Bulgaria and Turkey.
Nearest checkpoints
- Lesovo – 32 km
- Malko Tarnovo – 94.9 km
Emergency Contacts & Support
Always carry your passport and vehicle documents!