Korean Air has been realizing the innovation and modernization of air transportation through eco-friendly e-AWB with customers.
We announce implementation of KOR cargoes as below, asking for your cooperation and interest.
1. Background
〇 Pursuing a new Paradigm for air cargo in response to environmental changes
〇 Increase efficiency and productivity by reducing time and cost
2. Date
〇 September 13, 2023 (Wed) (to be mandatory as of January 1, 2024)
3. Destinations and types of cargoes
〇 Destination : North AME/EUR/JPN/OCN & HKG/TPE/SIN/KUL/PEN
- Though the destination is not in the list above, it is possible to proceed as e-AWB
if destination agents are able to handle it as e-AWB.
〇 e-AWB cargoes : GEN,FR1/2/3, ELI,ELM
(All cargoes Excluding DG, WHL, AVI, Pharma, HUM)
4. Operation Procedures
〇 Documents
- EAW : No need to go to the counter
- EAP : Need to go to the counter -> input supplementary documents into DROP BOX
※ e-AWB label should be attached to the envelope, ELI/ELM
〇 Request
- Freight forwarders need to send correct EDI messages.
※ AWB Requirements(Not restricted,ELI/ELM information), storage temperature, cargo information, EPN and E.T.C.
It is required to secure the accuracy of customs declaration.
- Need to check the results of e-AWB application through the website or e-mail
(you can apply for e-mail when submitting EAP)
- Contact information should be updated for EDI data failure
※ Registration: Document reception counter (for all contract agents and AWB rental forwarders)
# Attachment: FAQ (LINK)
# Queries
- If you have any queries, please contact Korean Air Cargo local office Sales Rep