Let’s learn about the Unipass customs clearance inquiry method (checking the customs clearance progress of overseas direct purchases). Overseas direct purchasing is attractive because you can choose from low prices and a variety of products. However, since it takes a long time to arrive after ordering, you may be wondering how far it has arrived and when you can receive it.
Do not worry! Using Unipass Customs Clearance Inquiry, you can easily check the progress of customs clearance in real time. Let’s take a closer look at what Unipass customs clearance inquiry is, how to use it, and what precautions to take. We hope this will help you relieve your anxiety about the customs clearance process for overseas direct purchases and help you enjoy shopping conveniently.
Unipass customs clearance inquiry method (check customs clearance progress for overseas direct purchase goods)
1. Unipass customs clearance inquiry
This is an online service provided by the Korea Customs Service that allows you to check the customs clearance progress of overseas direct purchases in real time. Just like an online tracking service, it has a great advantage in that you can easily determine the location and condition of the item anytime, anywhere.
Specifically, you can check the following information:
Customs clearance progress stage: You can check what stage of customs clearance the goods are going through (e.g. declaration, inspection, tax payment, release, etc.)
Estimated lead time: Estimated date for completion of customs clearance can be confirmed
Whether taxes and duties have been paid: You can check the amount of taxes and duties to be paid
Cargo information: Check cargo-related information such as product name, quantity, weight, etc.
Customs clearance information: You can check the customs clearance information issued after completing customs clearance.
2. Advantages of Unipass customs clearance inquiry
Convenient inquiry: You can check customs clearance status anytime, anywhere as long as you have internet access.
Quick information check: Customs clearance information updated in real time can be checked
Accurate information: Provides accurate information by linking with the Korea Customs Service system
Provides various information: You can check not only the customs clearance progress but also whether taxes and duties have been paid
3. How to check Unipass customs clearance
If you know the waybill number, you can proceed with customs clearance inquiry. If you do not know the tracking number, you can check it in the article below.
How to check Unipass customs clearance (if you do not know the waybill number)
Go to UNI-PASS homepage
1. Access the UNI-PASS website. You can go directly by clicking the link above.
2. Enter the waybill number in the ‘Cargo Progress Information’ search box at the top right. Or select ‘M B/L – H B/L’, enter the tracking number of the product purchased directly from overseas in the center blank space, and click the [Search] button.
Unipass customs clearance inquiry method 1
Source: UNI-PASS website
Unipass customs clearance inquiry method 2
Source: UNI-PASS website
3. You can check the customs clearance process and cargo information (product name, quantity, weight, etc.) in the inquiry results. During the customs clearance process, there are statuses such as ‘importation declaration’, ‘exportation declaration’, and ‘customs clearance list review completion’.
Import declaration: Status of goods purchased overseas arriving at customs
Delivery declaration: The product has passed customs safely and is ready for shipment.
Customs clearance list review completed: The product has been transferred to a domestic delivery company and delivery has begun. You can also check the domestic delivery status using the waybill number.
If the product does not arrive even after ‘customs clearance list review completion’, it is recommended that you contact the domestic courier company in charge of delivery to check the situation.
4. Unipass customs clearance inquiry precautions
When using Unipass Customs Clearance Inquiry, you must be aware of the following precautions to ensure accurate information and respond when problems arise.
4.1. Incorrect tracking number or customs clearance number
If you do not enter the correct waybill number or customs clearance number, accurate customs clearance status information cannot be confirmed.
You must carefully check and enter the waybill number received from the overseas seller or the customs clearance number issued by the Korea Customs Service.
You must enter numbers and English letters separately.
Be careful because errors may occur if special characters or spaces are included.
4.2. Delay in customs clearance progress
Customs clearance progress is updated in real time, but in some cases there may be delays.
In particular, for items shipped overseas, it may take some time to check the progress of customs clearance depending on the international mail or air transport status.
If there is a delay in customs clearance, it is best to check continuously rather than hastily.
4.3. Customs clearance of goods shipped overseas
For items shipped overseas, customs clearance procedures and regulations may vary by country.
Accordingly, it may take more time to check the progress of customs clearance, and additional documents may need to be submitted.
If you frequently use overseas direct purchases, it is recommended to find out information about customs clearance in that country in advance.
5. What to do when Unipass customs clearance is not checked
If you cannot check Unipass customs clearance, you can try the following methods.
Check the waybill number: Please make sure you entered the invoice number correctly. If there are spaces before or after the number, it may not be searchable. If you do not know the tracking number, please check this article. (How to check Unipass customs clearance (if you do not know the waybill number)
Check your personal customs clearance code: Please make sure you have entered your personal customs clearance code correctly. To recheck your number, please check how to query/issue your personal customs clearance number.
Time delay: Tracking may not be possible because the tracking number is not updated in the Unipass system. In this case, you must wait a bit and check again. Update time may take approximately 3 days.
Contact the customs office or customs corporation: You can request permission setting by contacting the customs office or customs corporation performing customs clearance.
Contact the Unipass Technical Support Center: If you are unable to inquire, please contact the Unipass Technical Support Center (1544-1285).
6. Additional information regarding Unipass customs clearance inquiry
Unipass Customer Center: 1588-1588
Unipass Technical Support Center: 1544-1285
Korea Customs Service website: https://unipass.customs.go.kr
In conclusion
Unipass Customs Clearance Inquiry is a convenient and efficient service that allows you to easily check the customs clearance progress of overseas direct purchases anytime, anywhere simply by accessing the Internet. Understanding M B/L and H B/L, as well as the difference in issuing entity, purpose of use, and customs clearance procedures, is an important foundation for properly utilizing Unipass customs clearance inquiry.
Please check the precautions carefully, and if you have any questions, contact Unipass Customer Center (1588-1588) for assistance. Enjoy a convenient and safe overseas direct purchase experience by transparently and efficiently managing the customs clearance process for overseas direct purchase items through Unipass customs clearance inquiry.
※ Please note that this article is written from a personal perspective and contains subjective opinions.
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