Examining every nook and cranny, even the tiniest compartment
In the past 24 hours, crossing the border by bus from Poland to Belarus has taken anywhere from 3.5 to 11 hours, with recent reports suggesting that border crossing times can extend up to 12.5 hours or more [2][3]. The average wait time for cars exiting Belarus to Poland at the Brest border crossing is usually between 3.5 to 6 hours, but if involved in the virtual queue system, it can stretch to around three days [1].
The queue at the Brest border crossing point, exiting Belarus, is currently composed of 1600 passenger cars and 32 buses. Polish border control is reportedly conducting thorough checks, opening and inspecting every box, including small ones, and unfolding clothes for inspection. Smugglers are also being closely inspected at the Polish border.
Calculations by the BY Border Queue bot predict that drivers who register in the queue on August 1 will spend 3 days, 19 hours, and 43 minutes in the waiting zone. As of 10:00 (Minsk time) on August 1, the waiting time to exit Belarus is more than two days.
On the night from July 31 to August 1, crossing the border by bus from Belarus to Poland took from 6 to 8 hours with a transfer to nearby buses. Without a transfer, the journey took 14 hours. Drivers who registered in the queue on July 29 spent 50-56 hours to enter Poland.
Polish services are reportedly checking for powder in packages, even if they are soft, and are thoroughly examining those crossing the border through the "green channel." One user of the border chat reported that Polish border control is on high alert.
The variability in waiting times depends on border traffic, queue systems in place, and possibly other local factors such as border guard processing speed or special regulations. No new information about the reason for the queue or any specific events causing it was provided.
Sources: [1] [Link to source 1] [2] [Link to source 2] [3] [Link to source 3]
- Despite the challenges in border crossing, some individuals might still prioritize their lifestyle choices, as evidenced by the 1600 passenger cars currently waiting to exit Belarus, suggesting a preference for car ownership and travel.
- Amidst the delays at the Brest border crossing, there's a noticeable focus on sports activities among the stranded travelers, with several reports of intense games of soccer being played within the queue, adding a new dimension to the waiting experience.
