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GRZECHOTKI
14-500 BRANIEWO
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About this office
The Grzechotki customs clearance office near Braniewo operates around the clock at the Poland-Russia (Kaliningrad) road border crossing. This is a key truck crossing between the EU and Kaliningrad, processing export, import, and transit declarations for significant volumes of commercial freight.
Fun fact
The record customs inspection at Grzechotki lasted 36 hours - and the record seizure was a piece of amber weighing 1.5 kg, hidden by a smuggler attempting to take it out of Poland.
Frequently asked questions
Yes. Grzechotki is the largest road border crossing between Poland and Russia's Kaliningrad Oblast - it covers an area equivalent to 50 football pitches and has 22 traffic lanes.
The crossing's status depends on the geopolitical situation and current sanctions. Check the current status on the Border Guard website before travelling.
The customs branch provides full import, export, and T1/T2 transit clearance, spot checks, and excise controls.
The name comes from its modern infrastructure - the crossing was designed for high throughput with 22 traffic lanes, modern buildings, and advanced inspection equipment.
Standard clearance takes from a few minutes to several hours. However, the record inspection at Grzechotki lasted 36 hours - involving an exceptionally complex cargo.