Ship to South Korea in Just 2–4 Days with HB Logistics

South Korea is one of Vietnam’s most important economic partners. Within just 15 years of establishing diplomatic relations, South Korea has consistently ranked among the top five countries with the largest economic ties to Vietnam.

At the same time, the Vietnamese community in South Korea and the Korean community in Vietnam have continued to grow, with approximately 200,000 people living in each country. This has created favorable conditions for the rapid development of transportation and logistics services between the two nations.

Let’s explore HB Logistics’ shipping services to South Korea.

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1. A Wide Range of Goods Can Be Shipped to South Korea

HB Logistics accepts most goods shipped from Vietnam to South Korea with a high successful delivery rate. Below are some of the products we can transport.

Food Products

Including a wide variety of dried and processed foods such as dried fish, dried shrimp, dried squid, dried fruits, dried bamboo shoots, instant noodles, rice paper, and more.

Cosmetics

Cosmetic products with clear brand labels, including creams, sheet masks, gels, and similar products.

Personal Consumer Goods

Including clothing, footwear, fashion accessories, handicrafts, books, decorative items, labels, paper boxes, and other personal belongings.

Fragile and Special Care Items

Products made from ceramic, porcelain, glass, or other fragile materials, such as bowls, plates, vases, and similar items.

However, every country has its own import and export regulations. The following items are prohibited from being shipped to South Korea:

  • Flammable and explosive materials, prohibited goods (such as cigarettes, illegal substances, etc.).
  • Food products containing meat (pork, beef, chicken, etc.), eggs, or dairy products.
  • Weight-loss supplements, sexual enhancement products, Western medicines, traditional herbal medicines, and similar products.
  • Perfume.
  • Unprocessed agricultural products, fresh fruits, seeds, bird’s nest, shiitake mushrooms, dried bamboo shoots.
  • Food products originating from China.
  • Precious woods such as agarwood and ironwood.

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2. Shipping Process to South Korea

Step 1: Contact Us

Customers can contact our hotline at +84 3399 59 339 and provide the following information:

  • Type of goods
  • Shipment weight
  • Recipient information

Our experienced consultants will provide professional advice and a detailed quotation.

Step 2: Pickup and Packaging

Customers may choose one of the following methods to send their shipment to HB Logistics:

Drop off at our warehouses:

Ho Chi Minh City:
2/7 Pham Cu Luong Street, Ward 2, Tan Binh District, Ho Chi Minh City

Hanoi:
334C Lac Long Quan Street, Xuan La Ward, Tay Ho District, Hanoi

For shipments weighing over 10 kg, HB Logistics provides free pickup services within the inner districts of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.

Once the shipment arrives at our warehouse, our operations team will inspect and package it in accordance with South Korea’s import regulations.

Step 3: International Transportation

After preparation is complete, the shipment will undergo export customs clearance before being transported to South Korea.

Customers can monitor their shipment throughout the delivery process using the tracking number provided by HB Logistics.

Step 4: Delivery

After customs clearance in South Korea, the shipment will arrive at the destination warehouse.

Customers may either collect the shipment directly or choose door-to-door delivery through HB Logistics’ local delivery partners.

3. Packaging Requirements for Shipping to South Korea

Like other countries, South Korea has specific import packaging requirements.

Packaging Standards

  • Dried food products: Must be vacuum-sealed and properly labeled with a clearly stated expiration date. The goods are then packed into cardboard cartons.
  • Documents: Packed in envelopes or packaging that complies with the requirements of carriers such as DHL and EMS.
  • General cargo: Packed in cardboard cartons with a maximum length of 1.2 meters.
  • Liquids, powders, and electronic products: Must be packed in wooden crates.

Additional Requirements

  • General goods (clothing, cosmetics, food, etc.): Maximum 20 kg per package, with the combined dimensions of any two sides not exceeding 70 cm.
  • Oversized cargo: Maximum 70 kg per package, with the combined dimensions of any two sides not exceeding 70 cm.
  • Lightweight but bulky items (such as snacks, stuffed animals, etc.) are charged according to volumetric weight using the following formula:

(Length × Width × Height) ÷ 5000 = Chargeable Weight (kg)

Note: Electronic products or high-value items (such as watches, computers, mobile phones, electronic components, etc.) are subject to an additional surcharge of 10% of the declared value.

4. Why Choose HB Logistics for Shipping to South Korea?

With more than five years of experience, HB Logistics has continuously improved its service quality and become a trusted partner of leading international logistics companies such as DHL, UPS, and FedEx.

Thousands of customers trust HB Logistics for international shipping, especially shipments to South Korea, thanks to the following advantages:

  • Accepts a wide variety of shipments, including documents, commercial goods, household items, food products, cosmetics, and electronic devices.
  • Free pickup service, complimentary packaging, and shipment tracking throughout the entire delivery process.
  • Cargo insurance coverage of up to 100%.
  • Free vacuum packing for eligible products.
  • Reliable door-to-door delivery service.
  • Commitment to on-time delivery with no unnecessary delays or shipment holds.
  • Fast international transit times.

Contact HB Logistics today for the fastest, safest, and most cost-effective shipping service to South Korea.