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Imports & CustomsSouth Korea

What travelers need to know about imports & customs in South Korea. What is legal at home can be a serious crime here — each rule links to its official source.

Short answer

Imports & Customs in South Korea: prohibited — what is legal at home can be a serious crime here.

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PROHIBITED

South Korea bans importing poppy seeds or any food containing them (e.g., certain bagel seasoning blends); bringing them in risks criminal charges.

Possible criminal charges.

§ US State Dept — South Korea
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