🚨(Info) Personal Customs Clearance Code to have a '1-year validity period' starting in 2026… annual renewal to become mandatory

Please make sure to check this if you frequently do overseas direct purchases! Since the Personal Customs Clearance Code system is going to change significantly, we've summarized the strengthened 'Personal Customs Clearance Code' system that takes effect from January 1, 2026. ✅ 1. Introduction of a validity period (most important) ▪️Personal Customs Clearance Code validity period: 1 year ▪️Must be renewed every year from the date of issuance ▪️If not renewed, the code will be automatically deactivated ✅ 2. Validity period also applies to existing codes ▪️For codes issued before 2026 → The expiration date is your birthday in 2027 ▪️From then on, all codes will be unified under a 1-year renewal cycle ✅ 3. Strengthened personal information protection ▪️When renewing or issuing, entry of personal information (name, address, etc.) will be strengthened ▪️As the most up-to-date information is reflected ✅ 4. Expanded anti-fraud features ▪️ If code theft or suspicious transactions are detected → The Korea Customs Service can suspend or revoke usage on its own authority ▪️ You can also apply to cancel it yourself ✅ 5. How to issue/renew ▪️ Issue/renew online via UNI-PASS (the electronic customs clearance system) ▪️ Or you can visit a customs office to process it 📌 Background of the reorganization The existing personal customs clearance code had no expiration date, which made it difficult to respond when personal information changed or was leaked, and also carried a high risk of identity theft. To improve this problem, starting in 2026 the system has been reorganized to strengthen personal information protection and customs clearance safety. 📌 Please be sure to remember this: starting in 2026, the personal customs clearance code will change to a '1-year validity, 1-year renewal' system. The existing code can be used until your 2027 birthday. When ordering directly from overseas, please be sure to check your Personal Customs Clearance Code.