MOVING TO SOUTH KOREA

Below is a list of the documents you will need when planning an international removal to South Korea:

• Copy of Passport (identification and entry stamp) from shipper and accompanying family members
• Work Visa, valid for at least 1 year
• Detailed moving inventory – We will complete this if you want us to undertake a full packing service for your removal
• Original Bill of Lading (OBL) / Air Waybill (AWB) – We will take care of this if completing the entire international removal to South Korea for you.
• Certificate of Alien Registration / Residence Card (from Korean Immigration Office)
• Application for Duty Exemption issued by Foreign Affairs Ministry of Korea (applicable only to diplomatic relocations / diplomats moving)
• Certificate of Entry and Departure (returning Koreans)

We recommend providing these as soon as possible to reduce delays with your removal to South Korea. Late receipt of documentation can lead to missed shipments, additional charges and penalties at South Korean Customs. For your own protection, we will almost never ship your goods without the above in place.

• Goods must arrive at port of entry / airport of entry (POE / AOE) in Korea within 6 months of the owner’s arrival.
• Clearance should take place at a bonded warehouse.
• Personal effects cannot be Customs cleared prior to the shipper’s arrival.
• All incoming shipments, excluding diplomatic shipments, are subject to open inspection by the Korean Customs Authority.
• Evidence of at least 1 year abroad must be shown in Passport (returning Koreans)

If you are unsure about what you need, one of our international move managers is always willing to help. Just call us on +44 20 7097 5335 , or fill out an international removal enquiry, and we’ll ease you through the process.

If you’re moving to South Korea, it’s very likely you’ll have to exchange a large amount of currency. Many people waste thousands doing this through their bank as they think there is no alternative; but we partner with Global Reach who specialise in doing just this. Global Reach will offer all Gerson Moving Services customers preferential rates when exchanging currency and guarantee to beat other rates you’re receiving. Ask one of our move managers about this, to find out more click here or give us a call: +44 20 7097 5335 .

We always advise taking out an insurance policy with us on every move. Although we like to think we’re the best in the industry, the odd accident can occasionally happen. For added peace of mind, make sure to speak to one of our move managers about this.

If you have already contracted us for your international removal to South Korea, then you can download the insurance form and email the completed form back to your international relocation manager.