Eager Europeans heading to Kaliningrad stuck in border traffic jams

Despite reports of queues on the Polish side, the Kaliningrad customs office is taking steps to avoid border jams during the holidays.

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2025 December 24 . 7:36 AM

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Eager Europeans heading to Kaliningrad stuck in border traffic jams

The Kaliningrad Regional Customs Service has introduced new measures to ease traffic at the Mamonovo-2 border crossing with Poland. With holiday travel surging, authorities aim to prevent delays and streamline processing. The changes come after reports of long queues on the Polish side, though Russian checkpoints remain clear of congestion.

The initiative was announced by Oksana Ivanova, head of the customs press service. It follows a proposal from Tomasz Walulik, director of the Warmian-Masurian Customs Chamber, who called for action on December 23, 2025. Daily vehicle crossings into Kaliningrad Oblast from the EU have risen sharply, from 300 to 500, with most passing through Mamonovo-2.

To speed up checks, customs officials have added extra staff and set up a priority lane for certain vehicles. An information board with sample declaration forms has also been installed. Border guards are working alongside customs teams to inspect scheduled transport more efficiently.

Despite the holiday rush, checkpoints will stick to regular operating hours from December 31 to January 11. Polish authorities have reported long lines, but Russian officials confirm no delays on their side of the border.

The new steps aim to handle the increased traffic without disruption. With more vehicles crossing daily, the extra staff and priority lane should help maintain smooth operations. Customs officials will monitor the situation closely over the holiday period.