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E-Cigarette Liquid (Vape Juice) → South Korea
Purpose: Traveling · Verified: 2026-07-25
E-Cigarette Liquid (Vape Juice) may require documentation or declaration
Details
E-liquid is subject to the same country-level restrictions as vaping devices. Countries that ban vaping products (Thailand, Singapore, India, Australia for non-prescription nicotine, etc.) also prohibit e-liquids. The EU limits nicotine concentration. Enforcement in South Korea carries fines from KRW 200,000 to KRW 10,000,000 under Customs Act Art. 269, Art. 270 (typical personal cases are handled as civil infringements).
Documentation required
- Documentation may be required
Leaving with this item
Personal e-liquid may be taken out of South Korea freely; many destinations ban or restrict it, and nicotine-liquid rules vary.
IATA dangerous goods
E-Cigarette Liquid (Vape Juice) is classified under Class 3 — Flammable liquids. Cabin and checked-baggage limits apply on top of customs rules.
Practical advice
Carry in carry-on with 100ml liquid limit per container. Declare commercial quantities; some destinations require destination certification.
Customs authority
Korea Customs Service (KCS) · https://www.customs.go.kr