A temporary checkpoint will be opened on the border with Poland
An additional crossing point will be opened on the border with Poland from August 16 to 17 as part of the European Neighborhood Days. Find out when and where you can use the additional crossing point in the Belzka Hromada
On August 16 and 17, a temporary crossing point "Korchmyn - Staivka" will be opened on the border of Ukraine and Poland in Lviv region. This was reported by the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine. The decision was made as part of the European Neighborhood Days. The crossing point will be located in the Belzka community, which will allow citizens to take part in the events organized under the program.
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Opening hours and peculiarities of crossing the border at Korchmyn - Staivka checkpoint
The temporary checkpoint will be open for two days from 09:00 to 20:00. During this period, border guards will be letting people across the border on foot. Visitors will be able to cross the border to participate in cultural and social events organized in honor of the European Neighborhood Days.
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European Neighborhood Days: the importance of the event
The European Neighborhood Days is an annual event aimed at strengthening ties between neighboring countries, promoting mutual understanding and cooperation. This year's event brings together communities on both sides of the border and creates opportunities for joint cultural, educational and social initiatives.
The organizers of the event urge everyone who wants to participate to familiarize themselves with the program in advance and prepare for crossing the border on foot. The temporary checkpoint will ensure comfortable and safe movement for all participants who plan to visit both countries during these days.
We remind you! If you are planning to travel from Ukraine to Poland by your own car, you should familiarize yourself with the rules for drivers in the country to avoid unpleasant situations. Read more about checkpoints, necessary documents, convenient routes and the main provisions of the traffic code in our previous article.
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