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Duty-Free Shopping at Incheon Airport — Limits & Tips
Customs allowance limits, alcohol & tobacco rules, and how to shop duty-free without surprises.
Knowing the duty-free allowance before you shop prevents surprise customs duties when returning home. Each country sets its own import limits — check your destination country's rules as well as Korea's.
Korea's Duty-Free Allowance (on return)
| Category | Limit |
|---|---|
| General goods | USD 800 |
| Alcohol | Max 2L in total, max USD 400 in total |
| Tobacco (cigarettes) | 200 cigarettes |
| Perfume | 100 ml |
Shopping Tips
Pre-order online for better prices
Major duty-free operators (Lotte, Shilla, Shinsegae) run online stores with their own coupons and discounts. Pick up airside at the duty-free collection counter.
Collect before peak times
Duty-free collection counters can get crowded close to departure, so collect your order early.
Stack your discounts
Combine new member coupons, card payment discounts, and loyalty points for the lowest price. Card discounts can often be stacked with promo coupons.
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