Guidelines for Temporary Vehicle Export/Import
Enjoy a more flexible trip to Japan through PanStar Cruise's temporary vehicle export/import system.
- 01 Eligible Vehicles for Loading
- Car in Your Name
- Private cars, small vans (less than 9 seats), motorcycles
- 02 Ineligible Vehicles for Loading
- Car in the name of a corporation (not possible even if owned by a corporation)
- Car in the name of a family member, Car in joint names
- Campers, vehicles modified to be similar to campers, electric cars, trucks, vans, plug-in hybrids, motorcycles under 125cc
- 03 Precautions and Prohibitions for Temporary Vehicle Export/Import
- Temporary vehicle export/import is a system established for tourism purposes. Exporting a vehicle for business purposes or for residents in Japan is not allowed.
- If you carry additional items that do not align with the purpose of temporary vehicle export/import (such as moving goods or business equipment), they will be treated as separate cargo and subject to additional fees. Also, if you leave your vehicle in Japan and travel to another country, it will immediately become subject to taxation and is strictly prohibited.
- Modifying your vehicle in Japan through tuning or parts replacement is considered illegal . It will make you immediately liable for taxation, so please be cautious. (Purchasing parts is allowed, but must be declared to customs.)
- 04 Reservation Deadline
- Please make a reservationat least one month prior to the departure date.
- If all required documents are prepared in advance,you may make a reservation at least three weeks before departure.
Documents for Temporary Vehicle Export/Import
- Vehicle in Your Name
- Vehicle registration certificate / English vehicle registration certificate / Copy of passport / International driving permit / Domestic driving license / Power of attorney for customs clearance / Application form for temporary vehicle export/import
- Motorcycle in Your Name
- Motorcycle registration certificate / English vehicle registration certificate / Copy of passport / International driving permit / Domestic driving license / Power of attorney for customs clearance / Application form for temporary vehicle export/import
- Precautions
- If you would like detailed instructions for document preparation, please send the vehicle type (choose one: car or motorcycle) and ownership status (choose one: self, family, or joint ownership) to cruise@panstar.kr. We will then send you the necessary document guide.
- When preparing the documents, please make sure to read the attached [PanStar Required Documents Guide] sent by email before proceeding.As specific formats designated by the Japanese authorities are required, please ensure your documents follow the forms we provide.
- If the address on the documents is different, please update your address to match, or provide a Resident Registration Certificate (in English) to verify the address change history.
- All documents must be submitted no later than two weeks before the departure date. Any documents prepared after this deadline cannot be processed. Please send the completed documents to cruise@panstar.kr, and PanStar Cruise will forward them to the relevant government authorities.
- PanStar Cruise is responsible only for submitting your documents to the government agencies. We are not liable for any failure in temporary export/import procedures due to incomplete or incorrect documents.
- On the day of departure, you must carry all original documents. Failure to do so may result in denial of boarding, for which PanStar Cruise will not be held responsible. No refunds will be issued.
Temporary Vehicle Export/Import Fees
Inside Room for 4
(Default room on reservation)
(Default room on reservation)
| Categories | Car | Motorcycle |
|---|---|---|
| Passenger Car | 1,000,000 KRW | 840,000 KRW (Additional 940,000 KRW for Three-wheeled Vehicles) |
| Full-size Passenger Car | 1,150,000 KRW | |
| Compact Van | 1,200,000 KRW | |
| Camping Car | 1,500,000 KRW | |
| Included Details | Capsule bed provided, includes toilet and shower Sofa, mini fridge, TV, dressing table | |
| Remarks | For single occupancy, room is shared with another passenger (Single use not available) For two or more guests, private use is possible In this case, A Bed Charge of 100,000 KRW per empty bed will be incurred one-way | |
Ocean View Room for 4
| Categories | Car | Motorcycle |
|---|---|---|
| Passenger Car | 1,100,000 KRW | 940,000 KRW (Additional 940,000 KRW for Three-wheeled Vehicles) |
| Full-size Passenger Car | 1,250,000 KRW | |
| Compact Van | 1,300,000 KRW | |
| Camping Car | 1,600,000 KRW | |
| Included Details | Capsule bed provided, includes toilet and shower Ocean View, Sofa, mini fridge, TV, dressing table | |
| Remarks | For single occupancy, room is shared with another passenger (Single use not available) For two or more guests, private use is possible In this case, A Bed Charge of 100,000 KRW per empty bed will be incurred one-way | |
Balcony Suite Room for 2
| Categories | Car | Motorcycle |
|---|---|---|
| Passenger Car | 1,600,000 KRW | 1,440,000 KRW (Additional 940,000 KRW for Three-wheeled Vehicles) |
| Full-size Passenger Car | 1,750,000 KRW | |
| Compact Van | 1,800,000 KRW | |
| Camping Car | 2,100,000 KRW | |
| Included Details | Bed provided and ocean-view balcony, Includes toilet and shower, sofa, mini fridge, TV, dressing table | |
| Remarks | For single occupancy, Room charge of 200,000 KRW one-way will be incurred | |
Royal Suite Room for 3
| Categories | Car | Motorcycle |
|---|---|---|
| Passenger Car | 2,000,000 KRW | 1,840,000 KRW (Additional 940,000 KRW for Three-wheeled Vehicles) |
| Full-size Passenger Car | 2,150,000 KRW | |
| Compact Van | 2,200,000 KRW | |
| Camping Car | 2,500,000 KRW | |
| Included Details | Bed provided and ocean-view balcony, Includes toilet and shower, sofa, mini fridge, TV, dressing table | |
| Remarks | For single occupancy, Room charge of 300,000 KRW one-way will be incurred will be incurred | |
Additional fees
| Refund Policy | - Until 15 days before departure after payment: No deduction - 14 to 8 days before departure: 10% deduction - 7 days before departure: 20% deduction - 6 to 2 days before departure: 50% deduction - 1 day before or on the day of departure: Non-refundable |
|---|
- Same-day cancellations due to customer fault (such as lost passport or missing required documents) are strictly non-refundable.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Additional Fees | - Documents for Association: 10,000 KRW (payable on-site, cash, or bank transfer) - Onboard meal fee: 20,000 KRW per one-way - Single charge for exclusive use of a double cabin: 100,000 KRW per one-way |
| Costs in Japan | - Agent customs clearance fee and temporary import guarantee fee Below 2000cc 16,000 JPY
2000cc to 2999cc 21,000 JPY
Above 3000cc 26,000 JPY - Insurance fee 1 month: 5,870 JPY, 2 months: 6,740 JPY (varies by period and vehicle type)
- Towing cost for X-RAY inspection by Japan Customs 10,500~22,000 JPY * Japan Customs conducts random X-RAY inspections, and towing costs to the X-RAY inspection site are incurred.
* Inspection status can be confirmed upon arrival in Osaka.
* Incurred towing costs will be billed to the customer.
* Please prepare the costs in Japan in Japanese yen. |
Basic Instructions for the Day of Temporary Vehicle Export/Import
- 01 On the Day, please arrive at the PanStar Cruise counter on the 3rd floor of the departure hall by 1:00 PM for Tuesday and Thursday departures, and by 12:30 PM for Sunday departures.
- 02 Vehicle Baggage Inspection Instructions
- During the vehicle inspection, you must remove all items from the vehicle and place them on the inspection table yourself. Therefore, minimize the items left in the vehicle or organize small items into one large box.
- Up to two suitcases can be loaded, and additional items for business purposes or for living in Japan (moving goods) will be converted to baggage, and additional charges will apply. Failure to follow the staff's instructions during this process will result in the inability to proceed with the procedures.
- 03 Required Documents on the Day
- Be sure to bring the originals of all the documents you have prepared in advance.1. Vehicle registration certificate 2. English vehicle registration certificate 3. Passport 4. International driving permit 5. Domestic driving license
- Be sure to bring the originals of all the documents you have prepared in advance.
- 04 Other Information
- The re-import period for temporarily exported vehicles can be extended up to one year from the date of export declaration approval. If the re-import period is violated, formal import customs procedures must be followed.
- You must report the re-import of the vehicle to the registration office within 15 days of re-importing (returning to Korea).
- Temporary vehicle export/import procedures are only possible on the same route. If unavoidable circumstances prevent you from using the return route, no refunds will be provided for the unused section.
- To avoid quarantine issues when entering Japan, you must clean the vehicle and its wheels in advance.
- Loading and unloading at the port and securing and disassembling the vehicle on the ship are the driver's responsibility. PanStar Cruise is not responsible for any damage to the vehicle during normal ship operations.
- 05 Contact Information for Inquiries
- PanStar Line Dot Com Ferry Passenger Team: 1577-9666, (051) 662-7771~2
- Korea Customs and Trade Development Institute: (051) 469-4074
- Customs Vehicle Office: (051) 620-6742
Procedures on the Day
- 1Ticket IssuancePanStar Cruise Ticket Counter, 3rd Floor, Busan International Passenger Terminal Please come to the PanStar Cruise ticket counter on the 3rd floor of the Busan International Passenger Terminal by 1:00 PM for Tuesday and Thursday departures, and by 12:30 PM for Sunday departures. Ticket issuance and document verification will be completed there.
- 2Document ProcessingAfter ticket issuance, visit the association office and customs on the 1st floor to complete document processing.
- 3Baggage InspectionAfter completing document processing, proceed with the X-ray baggage inspection. You must place all items on the inspection table, so keep the baggage in your vehicle minimal. Also, organize small items into one large box.
- 4Parking in Front of the ShipAfter the inspection, reload the items and move to the parking space in front of the ship.
- 5ReturnAfter parking the vehicle in front of the ship, return to the ferry company. This entire process takes about an hour on average.
Directions
1ParkingPark on the roadside next to the parking lot and then proceed to the ticket counter on the 3rd floor.
2Moving to the Arrival Hall SideFollow the main road to the arrival hall side.
3Moving to the 3rd Floor CounterFollow the signage to the right-hand path.
4Entering through GATE 1Move to GATE 1 and use the right-side elevator to move to the departure hall on the 3rd floor.
53rd Floor PanStar Ticket CounterAfter completing ticket issuance at the 3rd floor ticket counter, proceed with the procedures.