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JVK-Magellan International Movers Ltd.
Room B101,Villa Nova 1-22 Hannam-dong,
Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea.
Tel: 82-02-796-7828
Fax: 82-02-796-4569
E-mail: south.korea@jvkasia.com
CUSTOMS REGULATIONS

HOUSEHOLD GOODS AND PERSONAL EFFECTS
  • Used personal effects are not dutiable in South Korea.

  • To clear non-Diplomatic shipments we require:
      1) clear copy of passport ( bio-data page, South Korea visa page and last entry stamp page) for each family member.
      2) Original Korean residence permit
      3) Packing list.

  • To clear Diplomatic shipments we also require Exemption Certificate of Duty issued by Ministry of Foreign Affairs in South Korea.

PROHIBITED AND RESTRICTED GOODS
  • Goods prohibited from entering South Korea include firearms, ammunition, pornographic material, satellite dishes, short wave radios, narcotics, or subversive literature or materials.

MOTOR VEHICLES (AUTOS AND MOTORBIKES)
  • Used vehicles must be modified top meet South Korean emission control laws before they can be used. New cars will be dutiable. Japanese made cars cannot be imported.

ANIMALS AND PETS
  • Most pets, including dogs, cats, and birds, can be brought into South Korea will be subject a 14 day quarantine period. The documents necessary at the time of import are a current health certificate (not more than 7 days old) and a current vaccination card. A copy of these documents must be scanned or faxed to JVK at least 10 days prior to arrival.

  • The shipper must be in South Korea at the time of clearance.

 
                                   CONSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS

                                   Consign both sea and air shipments to:

                                   The Shipper (name spelt exactly as in passport)
                                   c/o Morning Calm Logistics Co Ltd
                                   Room B101, Villa Nova 1-22 Hannam-dong,
                                   Yongsan-gu, Seoul,
                                   South Korea.
                                   Tel: 82-02-796-7828
                                   Fax: 82-02-796-4569
                                   e-mail: south.korea@jvkasia.com



                                   Notify Party:

                                   JVK-Magellan International Movers Ltd
                                   Room B101, Villa Nova 1-22 Hannam-dong,
                                   Yongsan-gu, Seoul,
                                   South Korea.
                                   Tel: 82-02-796-7828
                                   Fax: 82-02-796-4569
                                   e-mail: south.korea@jvkasia.com


NOTE - Customs regulations are subject to change at any time. The proceeding information is a brief summary of customs regulations applicable to household goods shipments to this destination and is being provided for general guidance to assist our Agents and Customers. Since such regulations are subject to change without notice, JVK International Movers cannot be held liable for any costs, damage, delays, or other detrimental events resulting from non-compliance. Always double check with your local embassy or consulate.