Korea Duty-Free Allowance 2026: US$800 + Alcohol (2L/US$400), Cigarettes, Perfume (100ml)
Last Updated (2026) + Who This Guide Is For Last updated: March 2, 2026 (KST). This guide explains Korea’s duty-free allowance for travelers entering South Korea—especially the three items people ask about most: alcohol, cigarettes (including nicotine liquid), and perfume . If you’re visiting Korea as a tourist (or returning after a trip abroad) and you want to avoid surprises at the airport, the key is understanding how Korea splits your allowance into (1) a general value allowance and (2) separate caps for alcohol/tobacco/perfume . Quick takeaway (2026): Most travelers get US$800 for general goods, plus separate limits for alcohol (2L + US$400) , cigarettes (200 sticks) , nicotine liquid (20ml, <1% nicotine) , and perfume (100ml) . Prefer official confirmation? I linked the Korea Customs Service (KCS) pages in the “Official Links” section below. Table of Contents 2026 Korea ...