Border crossings between Romania and Ukraine

The border between Romania and Ukraine is over 600 kilometers long and runs across northwestern Romania and southeastern Ukraine. The Romanian–Ukrainian border runs mainly along rivers (such as the Prut and the Dniester) as well as through mountainous regions.

Border controls

At the border crossings between Romania and Ukraine, there are (primarily due to the war situation) stricter border controls. Accordingly, travelers who want to enter Romania from Ukraine should expect strict security and inspection measures.

Border crossings

Below, we present the most important border crossings between Romania and Ukraine.

  • Siret (Romania) – Soroca (Ukraine): This border crossing is located in northwestern Romania, near the Prut River. The connection is considered one of the most important locations for traffic between the two countries.
  • Halmeu (Romania) – Vylkove (Ukraine): This border crossing is primarily used by local transport/commuters and is located near the Danube Delta. This connection is also crucial for the regional economy and trade.
  • Dornesti (Romania) – Reni (Ukraine): This border crossing also serves the exchange of goods and services.
  • Ostrița (Romania) – Mohyliv-Podilskyi (Ukraine): This border crossing lies in the southern part of the border and is crucial for international traffic.
  • Izmail (Romania) – Reni (Ukraine): Izmail is a Romanian city in the south of the country and is also crucial for international trade and freight transport.

Please note that all of these border crossings are only open at certain times. In addition, due to the current war situation in Ukraine, it is not guaranteed that these border crossings are passable and, above all, safe. Nevertheless, these border crossings are important for road and freight transport as well as for trade between the two countries.

Romania

The following section provides an overview of whether you need a vignette and whether there are certain toll roads.

Romania: Vignette required (or not?)

In Romania, there is an electronic vignette called "Rovinieta", which you need for Romania’s national road network. It is important to know that trailers (vehicle combinations) do not require their own vignette and that motorhomes require a passenger-car vignette regardless of their weight. Typical for the electronic vignette is that the vehicle data and the validity period are recorded in a database, so the customer only receives a receipt for the amount paid, which should be kept. Depending on the vehicle class, you must choose a different vignette and different prices apply. You can find more information about the digital vignette here. Order your digital vignette conveniently and easily from home with us.

Distance-based toll (or not?) and special toll

In Romania there is no distance-based toll, but you need a digital vignette and must take into account additional fees for crossing the Danube (special toll).

Ukraine

Due to the current tense situation in Ukraine, no precise regulations regarding vignette requirements and toll obligations in Ukraine can be defined.

Conclusion

In conclusion, you should inform yourself about the current situation before your trip and take into account the heightened situation at the border crossings.

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