How do I receive international packages and mail in Korea, and what should I know about customs, duties, and delivery?
How do I receive international packages and mail in Korea, and what should I know about customs, duties, and delivery?
Note: This is an editorial persona question created from common experiences of foreign residents in Korea.
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Incoming international parcels clear customs based on value, and personal-use items under 150 USD (200 USD from the US) are generally duty-free, while above that you pay duty and VAT calculated on the declared value. You'll need a personal customs clearance code (개인통관고유부호), which you get for free on the Korea Customs Service Unipass site with your ARC, and you give it to the sender or courier. Couriers like CJ and the postal EMS deliver to your door, and if duties apply the courier collects them on delivery or you pay online. Track everything with the sender's tracking number or the Korea Post site.