How to Send a Package from Korea – Step-by-Step for Foreigners

Bought too many K-beauty items? Want to send gifts back home? Don’t worry — sending a package from Korea is easier than you think. 📦✈️ Here’s a complete step-by-step guide for foreigners.

🏤 1. Where to Go

• Post Office (우체국 – "U-che-guk"): Reliable and official
• Convenience Stores (CU, GS25): For domestic shipping only
• Delivery Services (Hanjin, CJ, Lotte): For domestic courier pick-up

For international shipping, always go to a post office.

📦 2. What You’ll Need

• Your items (packed or unpacked)
• Recipient’s full name, address, phone number (in English & local language if possible)
• Your passport or ARC (some locations may ask)

Tip: Post offices provide boxes and packing materials for a small fee.

📝 3. Fill Out the Shipping Form

At the counter, ask for an international shipping form: "국제 소포 보내고 싶어요" (I want to send an international parcel)

• Fill in your name, phone, and address (hotel is okay)
• Recipient’s details
• Contents of the package (be honest!)

💰 4. Choose Your Shipping Type

Korea Post offers different shipping options:

• EMS – Fastest (3–7 days), tracked, most expensive
• K-Packet – Budget option for small/light packages (up to 2kg)
• Surface – Cheapest, but takes up to 2 months

Ask the staff: “어떤 방법이 제일 빨라요?” (Which method is fastest?)

📬 5. Pay and Get a Tracking Number

Once your form is complete and weighed, pay the shipping fee (card/cash accepted). You’ll get a receipt with a tracking number.

You can track it at: service.epost.go.kr

🚫 6. Know the Restrictions

• No lithium batteries or power banks (especially by air)
• No liquids, perishable food, or sharp objects
• Check your destination country's import rules

🌐 Bonus: English-Friendly Locations

Major city post offices (Seoul, Busan, Incheon) often have staff who speak basic English. Use Papago or Google Translate for backup!

✅ Final Thoughts

Sending a package from Korea is surprisingly simple — as long as you’re prepared. Whether it’s snacks, skincare, or souvenirs, your parcel will reach home safe and sound.

So don’t stress about luggage space — just ship it! 😊✈️📦

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