The Korea Customs Service announced the closure of payment of the 2026 export and import cargo inspection cost subsidies in Korea Customs Service Notice No. 2026-153. The 2026 budget for export and import cargo inspection cost support ran out early. Applications from Tuesday, October 20, 2026 will be paid after the 2027 budget is allocated.
- Payment closure: The 2026 budget for export and import cargo inspection cost support ran out early, so payment of subsidies has closed.
- Effective date: Applies to applications from Tuesday, October 20, 2026.
- Payment timing: These applications will be paid after the 2027 budget is allocated (around January).
- Notice: Korea Customs Service Notice No. 2026-153, posted on October 21, 2026