Sending a parcel to South Korea
Prices, delivery times, customs rules and the best carriers for shipping a parcel to South Korea. Independent comparison updated 2026.
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Summary
At a glance
A parcel to South Korea arrives in 7–12 days (standard) or 3–5 days (express). Non-EU country — VAT from 150 €, customs duty from 150 €. Best carriers: dhl-express, fedex, ups.
Quick facts
Sending a parcel to South Korea
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Summary
A parcel to South Korea arrives in 7–12 days (standard) or 3–5 days (express). Non-EU country — VAT from 150 €, customs duty from 150 €. Best carriers: dhl-express, fedex, ups.
- Region
- asia
- EU
- No
- Currency
- KRW
- Standard delivery
- 7–12 days
- Express delivery
- 3–5 days
- Customs duty from
- 150 €
- VAT
- from 150 €
- CN23 required
- Yes
Carrier comparison
Carriers for South Korea
| Carrier | Business days from carrier pickup. Does not include weekends or public holidays. | Indicative price for a 10 kg parcel. Calculated from average market rates — varies by season, volume and fuel surcharges. | Key strengths | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 DHL Express Carrier — own fleet and branch network. Picks up and delivers directly. | 1–2 days | 205 € | Fastest for non-EU destinations · Door-to-door in 72h worldwide | Detailsarrow_forward |
 FedEx Carrier — own fleet and branch network. Picks up and delivers directly. | 1–3 days | 189 € | Strong USA and Asia network · Fast intercontinental delivery (2–4 days) | Detailsarrow_forward |
 UPS Carrier — own fleet and branch network. Picks up and delivers directly. | 1–3 days | 180 € | Worldwide coverage in 220+ countries · UPS Saver express service (1–3 days outside EU) | Detailsarrow_forward |
 Česká pošta Carrier — own fleet and branch network. Picks up and delivers directly. | 3–5 days | 74 € | Pokrývá celý svět · Nejlevnější pro zásilky nad 2 kg mimo EU | Detailsarrow_forward |
Price by weight
Price by weight
Price curve for a parcel to South Korea
Values are averages of the cheapest standard and fastest express service. Actual price depends on the carrier.
Prices by weight
Indicative prices and delivery time
| Weight | Standard shipping — balanced choice. Parcel typically arrives in 2–5 business days. Includes tracking. | Express shipping — priority handling and delivery in 1–2 business days. Surcharge is typically 50–150 % over standard. |
|---|---|---|
| 2 kg | 30 € | 68 € |
| 5 kg | 48 € | 105 € |
| 10 kg | 82 € | 160 € |
| 20 kg | 140 € | 265 € |
Prices are indicative, the actual amount depends on the carrier, exchange rate and seasonal surcharges. See the carrier comparison table below for exact numbers.
Customs
South Korea has a 150 USD (~140 EUR) threshold for personal shipments: below the limit, no duty or VAT; above it, VAT 10% plus duty by category applies. The recipient must provide a Personal Customs Clearance Code (PCCC) — a 13-digit identifier required for all imported shipments. Without a PCCC, customs will hold the parcel. Ask the recipient for their PCCC and include it in the CN22/CN23.
Required documents
- CN22 is a simplified customs declaration for parcels up to 2 kg and €270 in value. Completed at the post office or generated by the carrier. Without CN22, the parcel may be held at customs.
- Commercial invoice
- PCCC (Personal Customs Clearance Code) of recipient
- HS code
Prohibited items
These items cannot be shipped to South Korea.
- Weapons and ammunition
- Drugs and controlled substances
- Pornographic material
- Prescription medicines (without authorisation)
- Certain foodstuffs (meat, dairy)
- Materials promoting the North Korean regime
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Data accuracy
Indicative information — verify at source
Shipping prices, delivery times and customs limits change over time and may differ by carrier, volume and season. Values on this page are indicative — they help you decide which carrier to pick, not to calculate a binding price. Before shipping, always verify current rates and conditions with the chosen carrier and the customs authority of South Korea.
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What is the PCCC and why do I need it?
The PCCC (Personal Customs Clearance Code) is a 13-digit identifier required for every Korean recipient for imported shipments. Without it, customs will hold the parcel. When arranging the shipment, ask the recipient for their PCCC and include it in the CN22/CN23. This is a Korea-specific regulation introduced in 2014 to prevent smuggling.
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