🇰🇷 Shipping Instructions for Customers in South Korea (한국 고객 배송 안내)

 

1. Name & Address Formatting (이름 및 주소 표기)

  • Use English characters only.
    (모든 이름, 주소, 도시, 우편번호 등은 영문으로만 입력해 주세요.)

  • Example format:
    Mr. Gildong Hong
    Apt. 102-304, Sajik-ro 3-gil 23
    Jongno-gu, Seoul 30174
    South Korea


2. Personal Customs Clearance Code (개인통관고유부호, PCC)

  • What is it?
    A 13-character identification number starting with “P,” issued by Korean Customs. It replaces your resident ID number during import clearance.

  • Where to get it:
    Apply instantly through the Korean Customs Service website or the “Mobile Customs Service” app. Both Korean nationals and foreign residents can obtain a PCC.

  • How to use it:
    Please include your PCC when placing your order.
    Example: PCC: P123456789012

  • Why it matters:
    Without this number, your package may be delayed or returned by Korean Customs.


3. Contact Number (연락처)

  • Please provide a Korean mobile phone number if possible.

  • If you do not have one, you may use a local family member’s or friend’s number.


4. Order Processing & Shipping Time (주문 처리 및 배송 시간)

  • All international orders ship within 24–48 hours after payment is completed.

  • Delivery to South Korea usually takes 5–7 business days (including customs clearance).

  • Customs delays, local courier issues, holidays, or weather may extend delivery times.


5. Customs Duties & VAT (관세 및 부가세)

  • Additional customs duties or VAT may be charged upon arrival in South Korea for purchases over a certain amount.

  • Charges depend on product value, shipping cost, and customs classification. Please check the import limits regarding VAT


✅ Quick Checklist (체크리스트)

Requirement 필수 여부
Name & address in English only (영문으로만 기재)
Full address (building/unit, street, district, city, postal code) (건물/호수, 도로명, 구/시, 우편번호 포함)
Personal Customs Clearance Code in address line (주소란에 개인통관고유부호 기재)
Korean mobile number if available (한국 휴대폰 번호)
Orders ship in 24–48 hrs (주문 후 24–48시간 내 출고)
Delivery in 5–7 days incl. customs (통관 포함 5–7일 소요)
Customs duties/VAT may apply (관세/부가세 발생 가능)