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SOUTH KOREA Tariffs and import taxes

This guide aims to provide you with all the information you need to know when sending a shipment to (SOUTH KOREA) using our calculation tools and professional knowledge.
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SOUTH KOREA Tariffs and Value Added Tax Guide

Tariffs refer to the taxes levied by SOUTH KOREA on goods entering or leaving its borders in accordance with local laws.

Regardless of the declared purpose of the items you send, SOUTH KOREA customs can determine the import duties to be levied on those items based on factors such as their value and quantity.

How is import tax calculated for shipping to SOUTH KOREA ?

Tariffs plus value-added tax equals import tax. To give a simple example: when the declared value of an item is $200, with a tariff rate of 7% and a value-added tax rate of 10%, the calculation method is as follows:

Tariff
+
VAT
=
Import tax

Declared value x Customs duty rate = Tariff

$200 x 7% = 14 Tariff

(Declared value + Tariff) x VAT rate = VAT

($200 + 14) x 10 % = 21 VAT

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SOUTH KOREA Tariff and customs fees

CurrencyKRW

Tax Allowance150 USD

Tax (VAT/GST)10%

Tariff allowance150 USD

Import tariff product categories

The shipping items in the order will be subject to relevant tariff at this rate.

Mobile

8 %

Tablet

8 %

Computer

8 %

Camera

0 %

Accessory

8 %

Accessory with Battery

8 %

Health care

8 %

Clothing

13 %

Watch

8 %

Jewelry

6 %

Pet Accessory

12 %

Dry Food

8 %

Home Appliance

8 %

Home decor

8 %

Toy

8 %

Sports

8 %

Luggage

8 %

Video

8 %

Document

0 %

Gaming

6 %

Book

1 %

**All information is for reference only and tax rates may change at any time. The calculation of taxes may differ from that of local customs, and everything is subject to the decision of the customs at that time.

SOUTH KOREA Tariff and Customs Fee Calculator

Calculating import duties requires a clear understanding of the material and quantity of the goods, as well as the adjustment factors for import taxes and value-added taxes at SOUTH KOREA customs at that time.

The accurate import duties can only be known after the goods have been assessed by SOUTH KOREA customs. For tariff reference, please refer to the SOUTH KOREA tariff and customs fee calculation table below.

Hong Kong to SOUTH KOREA Shipping Fee

quantium

Quantium

1kg Shipping

Estimated arrival in 7-12 working days

$ 123 HKD

fedex

Fedex (IE)

1kg Shipping

Estimated arrival in 4-8 working days

$ 166 HKD

fedex

Fedex (IP Export)

1kg Shipping

Estimated arrival in 4-8 working days

$ 169 HKD

quantium

Quantium

1kg Shipping

Estimated arrival in 7-12 working days

$ 197 HKD

meg_express

Morning Global International Express Services

1kg Shipping

Estimated arrival in 5-10 working days

$ 275 HKD

ups

UPS (Express Saver)

1kg Shipping

Estimated arrival in 2-4 working days

$ 295 HKD

ups

UPS (Expedited)

1kg Shipping

Estimated arrival in 4-8 working days

$ 297 HKD

dhl

DHL (I)

1kg Shipping

Estimated arrival in 4-8 working days

$ 327 HKD

aramex

Aramex(HK)

1kg Shipping

Estimated arrival in 4-8 working days

$ 367 HKD

fedex

Fedex

1kg Shipping

Estimated arrival in 4-8 working days

$ 841 HKD

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Prepare Documents Before Sending Package to SOUTH KOREA

Before sending, you need to submit the waybill label, standard invoice, and battery label (if applicable).

We will handle customs clearance based on the documents you provide, making the process more convenient and simple!

Standard invoice

Waybill label

Battery label

Restricted and Prohibited Items in SOUTH KOREA

The list of restricted items for entry is subject to frequent changes. Please consult the official customs website of the receiving location before sending a package.

Restricted Entry Items

Currency

Endangered Animals

Endangered Plants

Fresh Food

Hazardous Materials

Seeds

Prohibited Entry Items

Counterfeit Goods

Drugs

Explosives

Firearms

Objectionable Publications

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