Keep Your Car from Canada to Korea.
COSHIP provides Canada to Korea vehicle shipping for vehicles that can be safely loaded into a container.
Eligibility & Requirements
Relocation Eligibility (Under Korea Customs guidelines)
Korean nationals (excluding overseas permanent residents)
Those who resided abroad for at least 1 year (or 6+ months with accompanying family).
Overseas permanent residents / foreign nationals (including Canadian citizens)
Establishing residence in Korea for at least 1 year (or 6+ months with accompanying family).
Vehicle Conditions (Key Checks)
- Vehicle must be owned under your name in Canada for at least 3 months prior to shipment
- One vehicle allowed per individual/family
- All financing or lease balances must be fully paid before export
Lease Rules
Personal Lease Eligible if listed as the main driver on the insurance policy
Corporate Lease Not eligible; must be transferred to a personal title and held for at least 3 months
Estimated Taxes & Duties (Korea)
Korea-manufactured vehicles (VIN starting with “K”) may qualify for a customs duty exemption. Estimated taxes vary by case, and other taxes/fees may still apply, so we recommend checking in advance.
Other Scenarios
Commercial / General import
Requirements vary by case. We can guide you through the process (or refer you to a specialized provider if needed).
Temporary visit shipping
Procedures vary by purpose, duration, and clearance method. Consultation is required.
Re-export of temporarily imported vehicles
Consultation available if previously imported under temporary status.
Support Scope (Canada Departure & Updates)
ICBC Support
Assistance with ICBC insurance cancellation and license plate return.
Email updates
We provide detailed email updates for all scheduled departure and arrival dates.
Notice Customs clearance and vehicle inspection/registration in Korea follow applicable regulations. Additional verification or schedule changes may be required depending on local requirements and inspection results.
FAQ
If the VIN starts with "K," is it tax-exempt? (Are all Korean cars tax-free?)
Vehicles produced in Korea (VIN starting with 'K') may be eligible for customs duty exemption. However, Korean brand vehicles that were not manufactured in Korea are not eligible for this exemption.
Can I ship a temporarily imported vehicle back to Korea?
Yes. We provide shipping services for sending vehicles back to Korea after you have finished your stay in Canada.
Can I put other belongings/luggage inside the car?
In principle, placing other moving goods or luggage inside the vehicle is strictly restricted.
