Since March 2015, it has become mandatory to obtain a personal customs clearance code when engaging in overseas direct purchases.
To proceed with overseas direct purchases, you need to obtain a personal customs clearance code. Let’s take a look at how to get this unique code.
“Getting a Personal Customs Clearance Code from Korea Customs Service (Uni-Pass)”
You can obtain your personal customs clearance code from the Korea Customs Service (Uni-Pass). Visit the following link to access the Korea Customs Service’s page for issuing personal customs clearance codes.
“Procedure and Required Information for Obtaining a Personal Customs Clearance Code”
The preparation for obtaining a personal customs clearance code is straightforward. You will need your “Name,” “Resident Registration Number,” and a “Public Key Certificate.” If you don’t have a public key certificate, you can proceed with mobile phone authentication.
It’s essential to provide accurate contact information during registration to ensure that the customs office can reach you in case of any customs-related issues or notifications once the ordered products clear customs.
“Recovering a Forgotten Personal Customs Clearance Code”
If you happen to forget your issued personal customs clearance code, you can retrieve it by accessing the Uni-Pass website. Visit the Korea Customs Service (Uni-Pass) and use your name and resident registration number for the retrieval process.
Here, we’ve summarized the process of obtaining a personal customs clearance code from the Korea Customs Service.