Overseas travel Departure Tax refund guide! Get up to ₩10,000 back. Check eligibility (p re-June 2024 ticket, post-July 2024 trip) & apply in 5 min. (159 characters)
Why the Departure Tax Refund is Important and Who is Eligible
The Hidden Fee in your Airfare You’re Missing Out On! Full Guide to Refund Conditions, Eligibility, and Family Travel Tips.
If you meet the conditions, you can get a refund for the Departure Tax (or ‘Departure Levy’) that is automatically included and collected in your airfare when traveling overseas. Most people are unaware they even paid this fee and let is pass. By investing just 5 minutes, you can save a minimum of ₩3,000 up to ₩10,000, and potentially tens of thousands of won for a family trip.
What is the Departure Tax?
- It is a fee collected from South Korean nationals when departing the country for overseas travel.
- Former Amount: ₩10,000 (paid before June 30, 2024)
- Currnt Amount: ₩6,000 (As of January 2025)
- Refund Principle: you receive the difference between the ₩10,000 paid previously and the reduced amount (₩6,000/₩7,000) under the revised system.
Refund Eligibility Conditions and Amounts (Just 2 Key Criteria)
You must satisfy both of the following two date criteria to be eligible for the refund
Refund Amount Check
5-Minute Completion! Simplified Refund Application Process
The refund application is simple. Access the ‘Departure Tax Refund Service’ website on your PC or mobile device to complete the process in an out 5 minutes.
🚨 Tip: Parents can apply for the refund for their minor chidren by uploading a copy of the child’s passport. Applications must be submitted separately for each departure.
Conclusion
If you have a history of traveling overseas recently, make sure to check your airfare issuance date and departure date to claim the hidden money you are owed! Prevent the loss that comes from ‘Not knowing you could get it.’