How to use Korean post office and courier service for foreigners: Domestic courier service and international mail (EMS)
What is good to know when sending or receiving goods in Korea and sending parcels to your home country? post office and courierIt is. I will kindly explain the types and how to use them from a foreigner's perspective.
Postal and courier services in Korea are divided into two branches.
loudly Post Office (National Post)and private delivery companyThere is. The post office is mainly used for letters and documents, and the courier company is mainly used for heavy luggage, but both can be delivered domestically and internationally, so you can choose according to the situation.
Post office — mail, courier, banking
Korea PostIn Letter, register, parcelOf course International Mail (EMS)and post office courierYou can send Post office deposit/utility bill collectionIt goes up to that. You can weigh it at the counter, receive information on the fee, and fill out an invoice (sender/recipient information).
How to send a domestic parcel
When sending luggage domestically Delivery company (CJ Logistics, etc.) visit reception/visit collection, or Convenience store deliveryUse . Convenience store delivery can be easily received at a nearby store, and some Cheap delivery between convenience storesIt's also possible. It is important to pack it well with boxes and cushioning materials.
International mail sent to home country (EMS, parcel)
When sending overseas, the post office EMS (International Express)It's fast and tracks well. To send it cheaper International parcel (air/sea)You can choose sea shipping, which is cheaper but takes longer. By country Prohibited/restricted goods and tariffs Rules vary, so check in advance.
Receiving a package - What if you are away?
If it is difficult to receive it directly at home Unmanned delivery box, security room storage, convenience store pickup You can use etc. Leave a message when ordering/receiving delivery note(e.g. “Leave it at the door”) is useful. by invoice number Delivery company app/homepageYou can track delivery in real time.
Good tips to know
The fee is Weight, size, speedIt depends, so if you're not in a hurry, choose the cheaper option. fragile items ‘Handle with caution’Mark important mail with registrationIf you send it to , it will be tracked and compensated. If you install the post office or courier company app, it is much more convenient to file and inquire.
As long as you learn about the post office and courier service, you can freely send and receive goods within Korea or to your hometown!
