United Nations Command United States Forces Korea Regulation

United Nations Command

United States Forces Korea

Regulation 190-41

Military Police

USFK CUSTOMS PROGRAM

Interim Changes Issue Date: 16 January 2020

SUMMARY of CHANGE

UNC/USFK REG 190-41

USFK Customs Program

The interim changes are listed below, dated 16 January 2020 —

o Adds sub-paragraphs to 2-1.f (10) Unit moves.

(a) Unit Moves/Retrograde Equipment. All USFK Service Components with equipment redeploying to

the Customs Territory of the United States (CTUS) are directed to coordinate with USFK Customs Division

for agricultural training and inspections NLT six months in advance of projected units’ rotation. There are two

available options for USFK Service Components, described below:

i. Option 1: Units conduct detailed cleaning and inspection procedures per the Armed Forces Pest

Management Board Technical Guide 31 (TG 31). This is the most important procedure and should be

performed by following this reference source and guide to prevent the movement of invasive species. The

TG 31 is available at https://www.acq.osd.mil/eie/afpmb/docs/techguides/tg31.pdf. USFK Customs Division

personnel must be present to provide oversight and ensure cargo is free of soil and pests before movement

to the CTUS. This option meets minimum acceptable standards for equipment and cargo agricultural

cleaning requirements, short of the full USDA certification and DD Form 2855 certification.

ii. Option 2: Service Components coordinate equipment preclearance and certification prior to

returning to the CTUS through USFK Customs Division working with USDA Animal and Plant Health

Inspection Service (APHIS) advisors in support of major training exercises/unit rotation.

(b) Service Components and USFK Supporting Agencies (e.g. DLA), must make provisions for training of

personnel designated to perform pre-agricultural inspections, including but not limited to Preventive

Medicine, Public Health, and Veterinary personnel to accomplish their agricultural inspection process and the

following related tasks:

i. Provide a forecast of requirements for agricultural inspections to the USFK Customs Division,

along with the determination of unit and/or USDA advisor agricultural inspections based on equipment /

cargo redeploying requirements after major exercises and/or unit rotational cycles to the CTUS.

ii. Assess the presence of animal diseases that may impact the CTUS agricultural system, if

contaminated equipment or personnel are allowed to redeploy.

iii. Service Components are tasked to establish and provide the USFK Customs Division a list of

units and personnel designated to accomplish the preclearance inspection as well as inspection reports on

medical/agricultural inspections of retrograde cargo not later than 30 days after completion of inspections.

o This policy (para 2-1) allows Commanders at all levels to utilize the two available options listed in para (a)

above, to mitigate the risks of pest infestation and the resulting fines to DoD incident to non-compliance with

USDA Agriculture standards.

United Nations Command United Nations Command

Unit #15259 Regulation 190-41

APO AP 96205-5259

United States Force Korea United States Forces Korea

Unit #15237 Regulation 190-41

APO AP 96205-5237

9 June 2015

Military Police

USFK CUSTOMS PROGRAM

*This regulation supersedes UNC/USFK Regulation 190-41, dated 13 February 2012.

FOR THE COMMANDER:

//Original/Sign//

MARK C. DILLON

Major General, USAF

Deputy Chief of Staff

OFFICIAL:

GARRIE BARNES

Chief of Publications and

Records Management

Summary.

a. This regulation establishes policies, details responsibilities, and prescribes procedures for

implementation of and compliance with the Department of Defense (DOD) Customs and Border

Clearance Program (CBCP) requirements of entry and exit for the support of United States Forces

Korea (USFK) and the host nation, Republic of Korea (ROK) through DOD and commercial

channels.

b. This regulation establishes procedures for carrying out the provisions of Article IX, US-ROK

Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) which permits the duty-free importation of property for the

official use of the US Armed Forces, for the personal use of USFK personnel, and for other

organizations or personnel who are authorized SOFA privileges which permit the duty-free export

of items imported duty-free as specified above.

c. This regulation is punitive and violations of any provisions of this regulation may subject the

offender of disciplinary action under the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) or administrative

action.

Summary of Change.

o Outlined new pet processing procedures and added the future pet processing location of

Osan Airbase.

o Updated appendix E, USFK Customs Division Violation Notice, Authorized Weapons

Packet and work sheets.

Applicability.

a. This regulation applies to military members of USFK; members of the USFK civilian

component; USFK invited contractors, technical representatives, non-Korean employees, USFK

non-appropriated fund (NAF) and private organizations; commercial vendors and suppliers under

contract to the DOD or USFK; USFK procurement agencies; the Neutral Nations Supervisory

Commission, the American Red Cross, the United Service Organization (USO), the United

Seamen’s Service, third country contingents of the United Nations Command (UNC) Liaison

Group, non-Korean personnel attached to the UNC in the ROK on TDY and non-Korean

employees of these organizations; and dependents of all of the above.

b. This regulation applies to all civilian and military personnel who are authorized use of

Defense Transportation System channels for travel and movement of their personal and official

property entering the ROK and back into the Customs Territory of the United States (CTUS).

c. This regulation does not apply to personnel assigned to the American Embassy or the Joint

US Military Advisory Group, Korea (JUSMAG-K) or their dependents. However, information

regarding improper transfer of duty-free goods involving these personnel (i.e., American Embassy)

will be forwarded through the appropriate commander/security officer to the Office of the

UNC/USFK Provost Marshal, USFK Customs Division (FKPM-CD); hereafter referred to as USFK

Customs Division.

Supplementation. Supplementation of this regulatioin and issuance of command and local forms

by subordinate commands are prohibited unless prior approval is obtained from USFK Provost

Marshal, USFK Customs Division (FKPM-CD), Unit #15237, APO AP 96205-5237.

Forms. USFK forms are available at http://www.usfk.mil/usfk/.

Records Management. Records created as a result of processes prescribed by this regulation

must be identified, maintained, and disposed of according to AR 25-400-2. Record titles and

descriptions are available on the Army Records Information Management System website at

https://www.arims.army.mil.

Suggested Improvements. The proponent of this regulation is USFK Provost Marshal, USFK

Customs Division (FKPM-CD). Users are invited to send comments and suggested improvements

on DA Form 2028 (Recommended Changes to Publications and Blank Forms) to the USFK

Provost Marshal, USFK Customs Division (FKPM-CD), Unit #15237, APO AP 96205-5237.

Distribution. Electronic Media Only (EMO).

CONTENTS

Chapter 1

Introduction, page 1

1-1. Purpose

1-2. References

1-3. Explanation of Abbreviations and Terms

Chapter 2

Policy and Procedures, page 1

2-1. Policy

2-2. Responsibilities

2-3. Inspection Procedures

2-4. Disagreements

Figure List

2-1. USFK Customs Division Enforcement Program and Areas of Assignment, page 7

2-2. Authorized Weapons, page 17

2-3. Unauthorized Weapons, page 18

B-1. Sample of USFK Form 96-E (USFK Customs Declaration), page 34

C-1. Sample of USFK Form 95EK-E (Korean Customs Service), page 36

Appendixes, page 31

A. References

B. Instructions for USFK Form 96-E USFK (Customs Division Declaration)

C. Instructions for Completing USFK Form 95EK-E (Korean Customs Service)

D. Location of Korea Customs Service Houses

E. USFK Customs Division Violation Notice, Authorized Weapons Packet and Worksheets

F. Consent for Destruction of Agricultural/Animal Products

G. Consent for Disposition of Excess Property

H. Sample Memorandum of Request Return of Confiscated Property

I. Violation Notice of USFK Customs Division Procedures

J. USFK Customs Division Pre-Inspection Briefing

K. SOFA Customs Clearance for Unaccompanied Pet of SOFA Member

Glossary, page 47

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Chapter 1

Introduction

1-1. Purpose

a. This regulation establishes policies, details responsibilities, and prescribes procedures for

implementation of and compliance with the Department of Defense (DOD) Customs and Border

Clearance Program (CBCP) requirements of entry and exit for the support of United States Forces

Korea (USFK) and the host nation, Republic of Korea (ROK), through DOD and commercial

channels.

b. This regulation establishes procedures for carrying out the provisions of Article IX, US-ROK

Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) which permits the duty free importation of property for the

official use of the US Armed Forces, for the personal use of USFK personnel, and for other

organizations or personnel who are authorized SOFA privileges which permit the duty free export

of items imported duty free as specified above.

c. This regulation, with the concurrence of the United Nations Command (UNC), implements

the provisions of paragraph 13 of the Agreement of Economic Coordination between the Republic

of Korea and the Unified Command (24 May 1952). The agreement permits the duty free

importation of property for the official use of the UNC and for the personal use of UNC personnel.

d. This regulation prescribes the forms and procedures to be used in the certification of duty

free Customs clearance.

1-2. References

Related publications and required forms are listed in appendix A.

1-3. Explanation of Abbreviations and Terms

Abbreviations and terms used in this regulation are explained in the glossary.

Chapter 2

Policies and Procedures

2-1. Policy

It is the policy of the Commander, USFK, to –

a. Prevent the illicit flow of controlled substances, contraband, prohibited and restricted items

and agricultural pests through DOD/US military channels, entering or leaving the ROK.

b. Cooperate fully with United States and foreign host nation border clearance agencies;

United States Customs Service (USCS); the Department of the Treasury; the Department of

Agriculture (USDA); Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms (BATF); Drug Enforcement Agency

(DEA); Fish and Wildlife Service, Department of Transportation (DOT); Environmental Protection

Agency (EPA); U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and other appropriate government

agencies and activities involved in border clearance in enforcing US laws and Customs regulations

within DOD.

c. Coordinate, as appropriate, with Korean Customs Service (KCS) and other law enforcement

officials to ensure that contraband prohibited and restricted items, excess property/unreasonable

quantities, and US trademark/trade-name and copyright items, as defined in this regulation, are not

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imported/exported through DOD and/or USFK channels.

d. Advise and assist component commanders, with Excessive purchasing of duty-free goods,

as applicable, in the training of USFK Customs Division personnel, maintenance of quality control

procedures, and perpetuation of an effective USFK Customs Enforcement Program (CEP).

Excessive purchasing is monitored thru queries in the Personnel Information Management System

Korea (PIMS-K).

e. Minimize inconvenience to DOD personnel and delays of DOD cargo, personal property,

aircraft, and ships that may occur through enforcement of Customs regulations.

f. Ensure that Customs inspection or examination of personnel, personal baggage and cargo is

accomplished as specified below:

Note: Because all conveyances (ships, aircraft, and other modes of transport), personnel,

accompanied baggage, personal property, cargo and the associated documentation entering the

Continental United States (CONUS) are subject to a complete Customs inspection upon arrival at

the first US port of entry, inspections and examinations of outbound property/goods will be

conducted on a case-by-case basis in accordance with (IAW) DTR 4500-9.R, Part V, Chap. 502

and paragraph 2-3 of this regulation. The USFK Customs Enforcement Program (CEP) will

continue to support the enforcement of DTR policy to halt the flow of contraband and agricultural

pests into the US and not allow shipment of unauthorized articles when detected.

(1) Inbound/outbound military and civilian passengers entering ROK and/or destined for the

CONUS on DOD or DOD-controlled aircraft; crews of DOD watercraft and aircraft, including crews

of military contract aircraft and watercraft are subject to inspection or examination of passengers

and crews IAW subparagraph 2-3; applicable outbound inspection/examination will be IAW DTR

4500.9-R, Part V, Chap. 502 and subparagraph 2-3a(2) below (Exceptions are those persons

exempted by DTR 4500.9-R, Part II, Chap. 202).

(2) Military and civilian passengers arriving in the ROK on DOD-sponsored aircraft from a

high-risk, drug-trafficking Area (as defined by the United States Department of State Travel

warning website http://travel.state.gov).

(3) Inbound/outbound accompanied baggage. Inbound inspection or examination of

baggage IAW subparagraph 2-3 b(2)below; when applicable, outbound inspection of baggage IAW

subparagraph 2-3 d(6).

(4) Inbound/outbound unaccompanied baggage (UB). Inbound/outbound household goods

(HHG). Inbound inspection or examinations of UB and/or HHG IAW subparagraph 2-3 below;

when applicable, outbound inspections of UB/HHG shipments IAW subparagraph 2-3 below.

(5) Outbound DOD-sponsored cargo. When applicable, outbound inspection of cargo IAW

DTR 4500-9.R, Part V, Chap. 502.

(6) Inbound/outbound DOD-sponsored shipments on a commercial bill of lading (CBL).

Inbound/outbound duty free certification for DOD-sponsored shipments on a CBL IAW DTR 4500-

9.R, Part V, Chap. 502.

(7) Inbound/outbound privately owned vehicles (POV). POV shipment at government

expense (inbound/outbound) is coordinated and processed by the Transportation Officer (TO),

Vehicle Processing Center (VPC), 20th

Support Group, Taegu; POV shipment at personal expense

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is coordinated and processed by the owner IAW DTR 4500-9.R, Part V, Chap. 502.

(8) Ships and watercraft. Coordination for Inspection or examination is the responsibilities

of the service/command to which the ships are assigned that enter Korea through water ports.

(9) Defense courier service. Inspection or examination of couriers will be

accomplished IAW DTR 4500.9-R, Part V, Chap. 504.

(10) Unit moves. Inspection or examination IAW DTR 4500.9-R, Part III, App Z;

and instructions from the Assistant Chief of Staff (ACS), J4.

(11) Pets. Personnel can bring pets into Korea through Incheon International Airport and

the Osan Air Base Terminal. Pets can accompany the SOFA member or be shipped separately

as freight. If shipped separately as freight, contact the Area Customs Clearance Officer for

instructions on Customs clearance. For the most up-to-date entry requirements check the 106th

Med Det. (VSS) website at http://www.korea.amedd.army.mil/veterinary/index.html. The

following documents are required for import and/or export of pets:

(a) Health certificate issued/endorsed by USDA official veterinarian (from CONUS

locations this includes an Army Veterinary Corps Officer of GS veterinarian from a military

veterinary treatment facility (VTF)) or equivalent host nation official veterinarian. The health

certificate should be an official certificate (e.g., APHIS 7001 or official pet passport) and must

list the animal’s microchip number rabies vaccination details and results of the rabies-

neutralizing antibody test (>0.5 IU/ml). The original certificate must be presented (owners are

encouraged to make multiple copies). (Import)

(b) Rabies certificate, Rabies vaccination must be current and at least 30 days

old but less than three years old (based on vaccine labeling). The original certification must

be presented (owners are encouraged to make multiple copies). (Import/Export)

is traveling unaccompanied) (Import).

(d) A Korean Health Certificate must be obtained from the Korean Quarantine Official

at the regional or airport quarantine office (present a health certificate obtained at the VTF or a

civilian practice at the time of the exam). (Export)

g. USFK Customs Customs Clearance Officer (CCOs) and Alternate CCO(s) will be officially

appointed on orders by the Chief, USFK Customs; see subparagraph 2-2b. Alternate CCOs

may be needed to support USFK CCO at their Area(s) of responsibility (AOR) in cases of CCO

absence (personal/emergency leave or Temporary Duty).

h. USFK imports which enter the ROK on a SF 1103 (US Government Bill of Lading (GBL) -

Privately Owned Personal Property) and/or via Military Sealift Command (MSC), or Air Mobility

Command (AMC), or Military Traffic Management Command (MTMC) Universal Service

Contract (USC) require no additional USFK duty free certification as these shipments are

expressly understood to be for use by USFK.

i. Personal property, household goods shipments, and equipment for use by USFK and/or

its personnel which enter or leave the ROK on a CBL will require Customs clearance

certification. This will be done lAW procedures outlined in paragraph 2-3 below.

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2-2. Responsibilities

a. The Provost Marshal, UNC/USFK, will assume responsibility for developing, implementing,

and supervising the USFK CEP for the Commander, USFK.

b. The Chief, USFK Customs Division, will:

(1) Establish Customs clearance procedures lAW this regulation and the ROK-US SOFA.

(2) Appoint USFK Customs CCOs for USFK in writing. CCOs must, be officers, E-6 and

above or members of the civilian component in the grade of GS-9/KGS-9 and above with

memorandum from the Chief, USFK Customs Division. KGS’s 9 and above can be appointed by

their command to sign USFK Form 95EK-E’s upon approval in writing from USFK Customs. US

contractors are not authorized to perform the duties of CCO.

(3) Appoint USFK Alternate CCOs and Certifying Officials (COs) from USFK, Customs,

and/or component Areas. Written nominations may be requested by USFK service components

and subordinate commanders for only those individuals whose reliability and integrity are above

reproach. Because of the extreme sensitivity of this duty, Alternate CCOs and COs must, as a

minimum--

(a) Be commissioned officers, warrant officers, E-6 and above or members of the

civilian component, GS-9 or above. Certified USFK Customs personnel will wear the duty uniform

or civilian clothing appropriate to the specific mission. The USFK Customs inspector will wear

civilian business attire when conducting Official duties at international Airports, HHG inspections

and when dealing with the host country custom agents. Unless authorized by statute or

international agreement, Soldiers performing Customs duties off military installations will not wear

uniform due to threats of terrorism and the threat against military personnel who work off the

installations.

(b) Have at least eight months remaining on their tour of duty in the ROK.

Marshal, Chief of Security Police, or Naval Criminal Investigative Service and results (including

subsequent information) forwarded to USFK Customs (USFK-CD, Unit # 15750, APO AP 96205).

(d) Have local favorable records and ration control check. Completed checks will be

forwarded to USFK Customs.

(e) Have no derogatory information in their records (as determined by the Provost

Marshal, USFK).

(f) Attend the USFK Customs Clearance Officer Certification Course conducted by

USFK Customs, at the first opportunity.

(4) Provide staff guidance to USFK CCOs.

(5) Publish orders appointing CCOs.

(6) Forward signature cards of each CCO to KCS.

(7) Act as the point of contact for the USFK CEP.

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(8) Develop policies and establish procedures for implementation of the DOD CBCP within

USFK in compliance with DOD and other higher headquarters’ directives.

(9) Maintain liaison with the Commander, US Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM);

the USCS; the USDA; DHS container security initiative team located at Pier 8 in Busan and other

government agencies or activities to determine trends in the USFK CEP and how those trends

affect USFK.

(10) Coordinate the inspection and enforcement programs of component services and

subordinate commands.

(11) Maintain and supervise the SOFA Compliance Section. The section is responsible to:

(a) Implement the Command Referral Program (CRP) throughout USFK.

(b) Act as the focal point for law enforcement coordination to suppress black marketing

IAW USFK Regulation (Reg) 60-1.

pacom.yongsan.usfk.mbx.blackmarke[email protected] to transcribe and forward information

received.

(d) Develop and publish a Black Marketing trend analysis.

(12) Develop and conduct Customs Inspector (CI) and CCO certification, training, and

assistance to other law enforcement agencies.

(13) Describe the minimum standards for inspection/examination of all categories of

personnel and/or baggage/property/goods/items/cargo.

(14) Forward copies of implementing instructions to USTRANSCOM within 90 days of the

date of issue of supplemental instructions or changes of regulations/directives.

(15) Establish quality control procedures to ensure the effectiveness of the USFK CEP.

(16) Prepare written appointments for qualified applicant CIs who successfully complete

the USFK CI Certification Course.

(17) Withdraw CI appointments from inspectors and revoke the accreditation of

installations, camps, and bases when standards required by DTR 4500.9-R and this regulation are

not maintained.

(18) Ensure the USFK Provost Marshal is informed of the status of the USFK CEP, SOFA

Compliance, or any new developments or changes affecting the programs.

(19) Issue and maintain accountability of CCO and Alternate CCO embossing seals and

stamps.

(20) Perform staff visits at each base, camp, installation, or airport/air terminal to ensure

compliance with current regulations and policies concerning Customs procedures. Inspections

may be conducted on an unannounced basis or coordinated with appropriate officials.

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(21) USFK Customs will work with the Korean immigrations and ensure the Korean

Immigration Regulations are followed in compliance with the SOFA agreement, DOD CBP

requirements of entry and exit for the support of USFK and the host nation, ROK, through DOD

and commercial channels.

c. USFK component and subordinate commanders (refer to figure 2-1) are responsible for

implementing and enforcing the Customs program as directed by this regulation and DTR 4500.9-

R. Conflicts between component service directives and USFK policy will be brought to the

immediate attention of, and be resolved by, the Chief, USFK Customs. For the purpose of this

regulation, subordinate commanders are: Commander, Eighth Army, APO AP 96205;

Commander, US Air Forces Korea, APO AP 96570-5000; Marine Forces Korea, APO AP 96205

and Chief, US Naval Forces Korea, APO AP 96205.

d. Component and subordinate commands including AMC, MTMC, and MSC are responsible

for the following duties within their assigned functional Areas of operation:

(1) Support and cooperate with USFK CIs and/or local law enforcement appointed Military

Police/Security Forces (MP/SF) CIs in the performance of Customs inspections/examinations.

(2) Establish a sterile inspection Area for CIs and prohibited items drop box in order to

perform Customs inspections and examinations at AMC terminals; ensuring a controlled Customs

inspection/examination can be performed in other Areas (i.e., cargo receiving Areas, storage

facilities, warehouses, etc.).

(3) Institute an effective information program to inform command personnel of the USFK

CEP and how it affects them. All media will be utilized, including initial unit orientation briefings.

The briefing should include:

(a) Prohibitions.

(b) Restrictions.

(d) Personal exemptions (Leave, TDY, and PCS).

(e) Firearms import restrictions.

(f) Agricultural restrictions.

(g) Pet and wildlife restrictions.

(h) Copyright restrictions.

(i) Drugs, narcotics, and controlled substances.

(j) Penalties and prosecution.

(4) Ensure that subordinate elements, as specified in figure 2-1 below, establish, enforce

and maintain procedures on the USFK CEP within their assigned functional Areas.

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(5) Provide part-time and/or full-time personnel as CIs to support their proportionate share

of the community/installation strength population for property (UB/HHG) shipments, air terminal

and water ports of entry (passenger, baggage, cargo) Customs inspections (see figure 2- 1).

LOCATION

PERSONNEL

DUTY(S)

Area I, II (incl. Incheon Int’l Airport)

CIs/MPs

UB/HHG, Airport (Passenger),

Cargo (Air/Sea), CCO

Area V Osan AB (AMC Terminal)

Air Force SF/CIs

Air Terminal, UB/HHG

Area III (Osan AB, Suwon AB, Cp

Humphreys, Cp Long and Cp Eagle).

Air Force SF/CIs

UB/HHG

Area VI Kunsan AB

Air Force SF

UB/HHG, Air Terminal

Area IV (Cp Carroll)

CIs/MPs

UB/HHG

Area IV (Cp Walker, Cp Henry,

Cp George)

CIs/MPs

UB/HHG

K-2 AB (Taegu)

Air Force SF

UB/HHG, Air Terminal

Area VII Chinhae NB

Navy

UB/HHG, Cargo (Air/Sea),

K-3 AB (Pohang)

Master of Arms

UB/HHG, Air Terminal

Area IV (Pier 8, Kimhae AB,

Kimhae Int’l Airport)

CIs

UB/HHG, Air Terminal, Cargo

(Air/Sea), CCO

Figure 2-1. USFK Customs Division Enforcement Program and Areas of Assignment

e. The Chief, USFK Provost Marshal Law Enforcement Division will—

(1) Ensure all military law enforcement agencies within USFK provide support to

CIs reporting Customs violations and those violations are investigated IAW applicable

service regulations.

(2) Coordinate with Eighth Army and 7th Air Force for military working dog (K-9)

support for Customs requirements.

f. The Field Office, US Army Criminal Investigation Division (USACID) and Commander,

Air Force Office of Special Investigations (AFOSI), will –

(1) Notify the Chief, USFK Customs when an investigation into Customs related

(including Black Marketing) activities is initiated, updated and closed.

(2) Provide a copy of completed investigation reports to the USFK Customs

(FKPM-CD, Unit # 15750, APO AP 96205).

(3) As requested, accomplish records checks on all personnel selected to perform

duties as CIs and CCOs and provide results to the Chief, USFK Customs.

g. The Commander, 5th

Preventive Medicine Unit (PMU), will :

(1) Conduct formal training for the USFK CI’s on the performance of medical/agricultural

inspection of military vehicles, ships, aircraft, personnel, cargo, containers, and personal

property to ensure compliance with USDA requirements and relevant regulations.

(2) Provide trained personnel to assist in the conduct of the medical/agricultural inspections

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of departing vehicles and cargo during the redeployment phase of exercises.

(3) During exercises, monitor inspections to ensure they are conducted IAW provisions of

AR 40-12.

(4) Provide input for the USFK Customs message to participants regarding annual

retrograde cargo inspection requirements.

(5) Provide the USFK Customs with an after action report on medical/agricultural

inspections of retrograde cargo not later than 90 days after completion of the inspections.

h. USFK Area CCOs will –

(1) Act as single points of contact for all administrative and operational matters pertaining

to Customs operations within their AOR.

(2) Inform all CIs within their AOR of intelligence matters.

(3) Notify the Chief, USFK Customs, of all significant contraband seizures and all controlled

substance and drug or narcotic seizures within 12 hours of the seizure.

(4) Ensure that names of questionable personnel scheduled for pack out are submitted to

local law enforcement agencies when applicable. For a controlled delivery of a shipment that may

contain weapons, weapon parts or drugs contact the C.S.I. (Container Security Initiative) office,

Pier 8.

(5) Monitor each CI’s performance and take necessary action to retrain or remove CI

responsibilities (to include requesting revocation of orders) from those individuals who do not

uphold required standards.

(6) Serve as local Customs point of contact during deployment and redeployment phases

of major field exercises.

(7) Forward monthly Customs statistical reports to the Chief, USFK Customs.

(8) Forward an after action report (AAR) to the Chief, USFK Customs, at the conclusion of

mission support for major field training exercises and major events within their AOR.

i. The ACS, J-4 has responsibility to ensure installation transportation offices (ITO), traffic

management offices (TMO), and all DOD shipping activities:

(1) Counsel DOD members/employees and their Family Members on Customs/border

clearance requirements and procedures, restricted and prohibited items, and member’s

responsibilities under the rules and laws of the foreign government where assigned, as well as all

the provisions of this regulation.

(2) Support and comply with the Customs Hold Program.

j. Installation Transportation Offices/Traffic Management Offices are responsible to:

(1) Ensure local CIs receive a copy of the UB/HHG delivery schedules not later than 24

hours in advance and notified of any delivery date and location changes.

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Note: Area I, II, III, IV, V and VI ITOs/TMOs will fax or electronically send their daily local/Area

delivery schedule to their respective local office in their respective Area USFK CCO office. (AREA

I & II: 738-5105, AREA III & V: 753-7661, AREA IV & VI: 764-5238)

(2) Ensure local CIs are notified 72 hours in advance of any shipment that has been

deemed a Customs Hold by the USFK CCO. ITOs/TMOs schedule all delivery appointments with

the member(s) after coordinating the time and date with the local Customs office.

(3) Ensure local delivery companies do not deliver or break seals on any Customs Hold

shipment (AKA. PMJ Hold) until a qualified USFK CI is present.

(4) Quality Assurance (QA) personnel will notify the local Customs office if they see any

restricted or prohibited items in a UB/HHG shipment during their QA inspection.

(5) Customs Hold(s) may be rescheduled at the request of USFK Customs or local Military

Police or Security Police under extenuating circumstances (i.e., military exercises, command-

directed missions, adverse road conditions, etc,).

k. Customs Inspectors. Selection, training, and appointment of CIs will be accomplished IAW

the provision of DTR 4500.9-R, Part V, Chap. 507. In addition, the following minimum criteria must

be met:

(1) Selection.

(a) CIs must be United States citizens or military members of the U.S. Armed Forces.

Exceptions may be granted by the Chief, USFK Customs.

(b) CIs must have a minimum of 8 months remaining in the command upon completion

of training.

appointed CIs prior to attendance of the CI course, and for locally trained CIs, prior to assumption

of CI duties.

(2) Training.

(a) CIs must successfully complete the USFK Customs Inspector Certification Course

conducted by the USFK Customs office.

(b) CIs must complete a minimum of 8 hours formal classroom training with successful

completion of an examination conducted by USFK Customs plus 16 hours of supervised on-the-job

training by certified customs personnel. This training must be fully documented and is subject to

Customs accreditation inspection.

basis for all full-time and part-time CIs. The Customs Division will maintain attendance records and

lesson plans on file for a minimum period of one (1) year for review. This training is in addition to

daily updates on Customs intelligence bulletins, Customs policy, procedure changes, or other

command changes.

(3) Appointment.

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(a) CIs will be nominated by the commands listed in figure 2-1 above.

(b) The Customs Division will appoint all CIs on orders.

responsibility. Any CI who does not uphold required standards can be removed from the program

as described in subparagraph 2-2j(5) above.

(d) Permanent CIs will be issued USFK Customs Inspector Credentials, USFK Form

54EK. Additional duty CIs will receive a training certification card.

l. Individual/Responsibilities. The individual member/employee and his/her family members

are responsible to:

(1) Comply with the requirements as outlined in the Personal Property Consignment

Instruction Guide (PPCIG), Vol. II, Ch. 65 (Korea).

(2) Comply with the requirements of USFK Customs directed Holds on UB/HHB shipments.

Do not allow the delivery company to open crates, containers or boxes prior to the CI’s arrival.

(3) Inspect personal property during delivery, removing any prohibited or restricted articles

and ensuring agricultural requirements are met (free of soil and pest infestations).

(4) Comply with the instructions of the CI for the return of confiscated items.

(5) Comply with trademark and copyright laws and not ship counterfeit items.

2-3 Inspection Procedures

The basic procedures outlined in DTR 4500.9-R, and this regulation will constitute minimally

acceptable inspection and examination standards for all personnel assigned to perform CI’s duties

within USFK for passenger and accompanied baggage entry, HHG and UB inbound shipments,

inbound cargo, and inbound/import POVs. Outbound/export shipments destined to CONUS will be

inspected for contraband and agricultural pests on a case- by-case basis.

a. Counseling and amnesty:

(1) Prior to Customs inspection or examination of accompanied baggage, HHG, and/or UB,

the passenger and/or owner of the property will receive a Customs counseling/briefing sheet to

read and sign and will be given an opportunity to declare and turn over or dispose of any

contraband, prohibited or restricted items. Passenger terminal senior CI and/or noncommissioned

officer in charge (NCOIC) will ensure that prior to undergoing inspection/examination, all

passengers are informed of items which cannot be brought into the host country or carried aboard

the aircraft. Prior to the beginning of passenger and accompanied baggage examinations, all

passengers will be given an opportunity to dispose of any prohibited or restricted items into a

prohibited items box. A portable prohibited items box will be made available for alternant ports of

entry that do not have a permanent prohibited items box. The prohibited items box will be checked

after each flight.

(2) ITOs/TMOs are responsible for counseling DOD members/employees and their family

members on UB/HHG/POV/weapons shipment requirements and procedures, restricted and

prohibited items, and member’s responsibilities under the rules and laws of the foreign government

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where assigned, as well as all provisions associated with imports to the host country.

b. Inspection/examination:

(1) Inspection/examination of passengers, crewmembers, and accompanied baggage

(hand-carried and/or checked) at military AMC terminals and host nation military (air and water

ports) ports of entry will be conducted by USFK certified CI’s.

(2) All SOFA status passengers and crewmembers are subject to inspection. The degree

to which accompanied baggage or equipment is inspected or examined is dependent upon the

discretion and judgment of the CI.

(3) All passengers and crewmembers will turn over the Korean Customs Declaration form

when processing thru USFK Customs counter. They will be given USFK Form 96-E, USFK

Customs Declaration Form (see appendix B), when the passenger is has been identified as having

a prohibited item(s) in their possession or in their UB/HHG (PMJ Hold). Passengers must

complete, sign and make official declarations on the USFK Form 96-E.

(4) A random selection technique will be used in conducting inspections and examinations

of inbound passengers and their accompanied baggage.

(5) The single last digit of the passenger’s Department of Defense ID (DOD ID) number will

be used. This number will be changed daily. If the security of the number is compromised,

another number is selected. However, no more than one number will be used at a time.

(6) A minimum of 10 percent of accompanied baggage will be examined.

(7) As a minimum, examination of randomly selected baggage will consist of questioning

the individual to determine the potential for Customs violation, checking the Customs declaration

for completeness, and examining the baggage by an expeditious physical opening and a brief

observation to the degree necessary to verify the absence of contraband and restricted or

prohibited items. The degree of baggage examination is determined by but not limited to the

following considerations:

(a) High-risk traveler information.

(b) Questionable Customs declarations.

(8) Provisions of the random selection technique are not to be construed as limiting the

number of bags to be examined by a CI’s. If the CIs judgment dictates the need to open and

search every bag of those persons randomly selected, the CI is expected to perform these

searches. The CI’s judgment will be influenced by the traveler’s response to questions, the

demeanor of the traveler, and proper completion of the declarations.

(9) Passengers who are not randomly selected or identified as high risk, or identified by the

CI as needing an examination, will be permitted to exit the Customs inspection Area after routine

questioning and review of the USFK Form 96 by the CI are accomplished.

c. Customs Signs:

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(1) A professionally prepared sign will be conspicuously displayed in all passenger

terminals. This sign, without deviation will read as follows: “All baggage is subject to a Customs

examination. A random examination program is in effect in accordance with UNC/USFK Reg 190-

41.”

(2) For alternate ports of entry (water ports and flight lines) that do not have an operational

passenger terminal, the sign will be posted near the portable prohibited items box in the vicinity of

the baggage offload and claim Area so it is visible to the passengers.

(3) The portable prohibited items box will be marked as follows USFK Customs Prohibited

Items Box.

d. Procedures for military exercises will be as follows:

(1) For personnel arriving at designated ports of entry in exercise plans, the CI can obtain a

copy of the flight/vessel manifest (must list full name, rank, DOD number, DOB, weapon serial

number and type) and have the commander of troops (COT) sign off on a general declaration form

(Form 7507) in place of the USFK Form 96-E. The general declaration and manifest will be sent to

the Area CCO Customs office.

(2) Personnel arriving through international airports (Incheon and Kimhae) will complete

the USFK Form 96-E. CIs will verify weapon serial numbers against travel/TDY orders. CIs will

stamp in red ink “USFK Customs Cleared” on travel/TDY orders, date and sign. This will minimize

delays during redeployment from Korea.

(3) U.S. Government equipment and supplies arriving in Korea, either at approved ports of

entry or those entry points designated in exercise plans, require no USFK duty free certification, as

this material is expressly understood to be for use by USFK, unless arriving on a CBL shipment.

(4) Personal property of participating personnel in military exercises which is hand carried

and/or in checked/stowed baggage is subject to examination and inspection; US Government

items/property used in military exercises will be listed on the US Government TDY orders and/or

accompanying official documents by item name/type and identification/serial number.

(5) The Chief, USFK Customs will coordinate requirements for Customs inspections with

incoming units involved in exercises during the planning stages of the exercise. Normally, a waiver

is granted by USFK Customs to units coming from another overseas Area except those returning to

CONUS, Alaska, or Hawaii. The waiver is granted if the unit receives a departure inspection at

their homeport and is to be inspected again upon homeport reentry after exercise termination.

However, individuals arriving for exercises may be required to complete a Customs declaration

lAW the laws of the ROK.

(6) Personnel departing Korea from commercial international airports will be briefed by the

CI to ensure they do not transport any type of ammunition or explosive devices on commercial

aircraft. Personnel will also be briefed that the Korean Airport Security Screeners prohibit any type

of liquid or gel products exceeding 100ml or any type of flammable liquid or gel products from

being brought on an aircraft in carryon baggage.

e. All hand-carried baggage may be either inspected or examined. The following procedures

will be followed for processing the passenger’s hand-carried baggage:

(1) A CI’s examination will be selective in nature and will be based upon the experience

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and expertise of the CI.

(2) Terminal senior CI/NCOIC will monitor the hand-carried baggage examinations to

formulate a conclusion as to whether or not prohibited items are routinely being found. If prohibited

items are being found routinely, immediate action to increase the number of examination

requirements will be taken.

(3) Inspections will be accomplished in a courteous and professional manner. Dumping of

baggage contents is against DOD and USCS policy and is prohibited.

(4) Types of personal property that may be imported are extremely limited by Republic of

Korea laws and USFK regulations. Any items listed below ((a) thru (k)) must be declared. Items

restricted or prohibited from importation into Korea are, and not limited to: (specified) fresh fruits

and vegetables; animal products such as unprocessed meats; endangered species or products

made from endangered species; exotic pets; counterfeit currency; communist propaganda;

material that may compromise the security of the ROK; pornographic materials; aphrodisiacs;

narcotics; flammables; uncut stones; explosives; and weapons. Some medicine and drugs are not

illegal in the US but are restricted in the ROK Importation of items in excess of personal needs or

unreasonable quantities are also prohibited. In such cases, USFK CIs use the following guidelines

according to Korea Customs Laws (Article 3-7, Travelers and Crew Members Customs Clearance

Regulations) which, if necessary, are enforceable and dutiable by the KCS:

(a) Currency. Not more than $10,000 in negotiable currency, including traveler’s

checks.

(b) Tobacco. Not more than 200 cigarettes or 50 cigars or 250 grams of other tobacco

products.

(d) Perfume. Not more than 2 ounces of perfume/cologne.

(e) Firearms, knives, swords, ammunition and explosives.

(f) Prescription drugs, illicit drugs; cocaine, hashish, marijuana, etc.

(g) Agricultural products and/or animal products including: meats, stuffed specimens,

plants, fruits, vegetables, furs, skins, any product derived from an endangered species, etc.

(h) Propaganda or material advocating insurrection or treason against the United

States or the Republic of Korea and material which could compromise the national security of the

United States or the Republic of Korea.

(i) Pornographic media (Books, magazines, photographs, video/computer media)

displaying explicit sexual acts.

(j) Any goods for resale or gifts.

(k) Counterfeit currency or documents of any type.

Note: Decisions on enforcement action and disposition for personal property matters will be

reviewed by the Chief, USFK Customs Division and should be evaluated on what a reasonable

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individual would import.

f. Questionable declarations:

(1) Questionable declarations will be redlined and annotated in the For Official Use Only

block on the reverse side of the USFK Form 96-E with the reason for redline and forwarded to the

Area CCO Customs office for assessment and Customs hold action.

(2) The Area CCO will forward a copy (front and back) of the redlined USFK Form 96-E to

the USFK Customs Clearance Specialist.

(3) The Area CCO will draft a Customs hold memorandum and forward to the USFK

Customs Clearance Specialist for review and signature from the Deputy or Chief.

(4) The Customs hold memorandum will list:

(a)..Service branch.

(b) Last name, First name and middle initial.

(d) Customs hold code identifier.

(5) The Customs hold code identifiers are:

(a) A: Category A weapons (firearms, ammunition, explosives).

(b) B: Category B Weapons (knives, swords) that have blade lengths longer than four

inches.

(d) D: Large amounts of media items or pornographic material.

(e) E: Excess property or something that appears suspicious or unusual.

(f) O: Other as directed by the USFK Customs Deputy or Chief.

g. Confiscated Property: All property/evidence confiscated by CIs will be released to the CCO

or local/Area CI (MP, SF, MPI) enforcement facilities, or unit arms rooms for safe keeping for

category A weapons. The following procedures will be taken:

(1) Evidence. Items confiscated as evidence by CIs will be taken on a service-specific

evidence/property custody/disposition documents (such as the DA Form 4137) and processed IAW

service-specific procedures and regulations. The responsible investigative agency (i.e., MPI, SFSI,

CID, OSI, NCIS and KCS) will be notified and the evidence released to that agency as soon as

possible (Refer to appendixes E, F and G for applicable Memorandum examples).

(2) Prohibited items. Items such as pornography, unauthorized weapons, and agricultural

items will be taken on the appropriate form and processed for destruction. Pornographic material

will be reviewed to ensure that the material does not contain sexually explicit depiction of children

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or illegal activity. Personnel will not import or attempt to import into the ROK any of the following

items:

(a) ltems that "disturb the national constitutional order" are prohibited. These items are

defined as, but not limited to, North Korean propaganda or material advocating the overturn of or

treason against the democratic government of the ROK.

(b) ltems that "disturb public morals" such as pornography are prohibited. Pornography

is defined as pictorial matter (computer image, video cassette, book, or magazine) devoted to the

portrayal of sexual acts (oral, anal, or coital) in any manner, including homosexual or those with an

animal. The definition does not include the mere exposure of the genitals, even in a grossly

offensive manner. This prohibition also covers any media containing sexually explicit depiction of

children. Sexual "penetration" is a reasonable starting point in determining whether a particular

image depicts some sort of sexual act. Final judgment rests with the CI during the review of the

material.

(3) Material that would compromise the security of the ROK is prohibited. These items are

defined as, but not limited to, classified documents that deal with the defense/security of the ROK

and held by persons not transporting said articles in an official capacity.

(a) Counterfeit currency of any type is prohibited.

 Agricultural/animal products are prohibited. The items prohibited under this

section are fruits, vegetables, plants, dirt, wild or domestic animals or fish, furs, skins, horns, claws,

and/or the fresh meats of such animals and fish. This prohibition includes internationally protected

endangered animal or plant species or articles made or derived from such species (e.g., elephant

tusks, tigers, cobras, turtles, crocodiles, coral, bears' galls, musk, or orchids). This prohibition does

not limit the introduction of cooked/baked/dried and/or prepackaged items such as beef jerky,

cookies, cakes, or candy bars. The final judgment rests with the CI.

 Illicit drugs such as cocaine, hashish, steroids, etc. are prohibited. If a military

working dog capable of drug detection is available, the CI should consider requesting a check of

the confiscated items as an initial field test unless other means are available. This prohibition does

not limit the introduction of prescription or over-the-counter medications. This includes medication

in unmarked containers or what appear to be medications mixed together in the same container.

Such medications may be inspected.

(b) Prescription medication found during examination/inspection will be checked to

ensure the name matches the individual carrying/shipping the medication and checking the

expiration date. (Medication amount by prescribed usage equals the expiration date).

h. Prohibited weapons: The following types of weapons are prohibited or restricted in Korea

and will be confiscated:

(1) Fully automatic firearms.

(2) A shotgun with the barrel length less than 18 inches.

(3) A weapon made from a shotgun (for example, by modification) having an overall length

less than 26 inches or a barrel less than 18 inches in length.

(4) A rifle having a barrel less than 16 inches in length.

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(5) A weapon made from a rifle (for example, by modification) having an overall length less

than 26 inches or a barrel less than 16 inches in length.

(6) Any type of BB gun, pellet gun, slingshot, bow and arrows, cross bow, spear gun,

paintball guns and air rifle.

(7) Other weapons, except a pistol or revolver, from which a shot is discharged by an

explosive charge the weapon is capable of being concealed on the person.

(8) A noise suppresser for any weapon.

(9) A Molotov cocktail or any gasoline or other flammable or combustible substance in a

glass container or other breakable container that is configured with a fuse-type device.

(10) A straight razor, a knife with a razor blade, a switchblade knife, a t-handle push knife,

a hooked blade knife (carpet-type knife), a box knife, a "butterfly" knife with hinged handle sections

that collapse around the blade, or any knife, sword or dagger with a 4-inch or longer blade.

Exceptions:

(a) Ceremonial/decorative knives, swords, and daggers, regardless of size, may be

acquired, owned, possessed, and displayed in home, office, or at official functions, but will not be

carried or possessed in public places except to transport them to and from home, office, or an

official function.

(b) A straight razor, when used for shaving only.

Note: The member is responsible for providing certification of intended use for all exceptions.

(11) A club-type hand weapon (blackjack), brass knuckles and gloves or bracelets studded

with hard or sharp metal objects.

(12) A shooting pen (fountain pen or automatic pencil-style pen capable of discharging tear

gas or similar substances) or any weapon capable of discharging any chemical agent. Weapons

that discharge water and blanks, and defensive pepper spray devices, are exempted.

(13) Shooting weapon or blade that can collapse, be telescoped, or shortened, or that is

stripped beyond the normal extent required for hunting or sporting; or is concealed in other devices

(for example, walking sticks, umbrellas, tubes, and others).

(14) A shooting weapon with mounted searchlights.

(15) Hollow point cartridge, (whether opened or closed), for any firearm of more than 22

caliber (5.56 mm).

(16) An explosive, incendiary, gas bomb, grenade, missile, mine, or similar device or any

rocket having a propellant charge of more than four ounces.

(17) A kung fu or Chinese fighting stick or nunchakus or similarly constructed items.

Exception: A martial arts kung fu or Chinese fighting stick and nunchakus or similarly constructed

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items are authorized if the item was acquired and is owned, possessed, transported, and used

solely in connection with authorized sporting events, regularly scheduled martial arts training or

practice.

Note: The member is responsible for providing certification of intended use for all exceptions.

(18) Metal Chinese throwing star or similarly constructed item having multiple sharpened

appendages.

i. Authorized weapons. Personally owned weapons will be initially confiscated on DA Form

4137or equivalent service component form and processed for safe keeping. The CI will:

(1) Brief the individual on the restrictions and registration requirements for privately owned

firearms and weapons IAW USFK Reg 190-16. All privately owned weapons secured in unit arms

rooms will be registered in DBIDS.

(2) Brief US invited contractors that they are not authorized to secure personal weapons in

military weapon storage facilities. They will have to coordinate with their local KNP station to

secure their weapon(s).

(3) The Area CCO will initiate a commander’s notification letter (Authorized Weapons

Instruction Package).

(4) Figure 2-2 shows the action taken by the CI to process authorized weapons.

(5) Figure 2-3 shows the action taken by the CI to process unauthorized weapons.

Category

DA FM 4137

Confiscation/

Disposition

Form

Sample

Memorandum

Weapons

Registration

And Storage

Requirements

Memorandum

Prepare

Sworn

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Violation

Notice of USFK

Customs

Procedures

Memorandum

For Commander

CAT-A

Inbound

Yes

Yes Email to 1st

Sgt/CO

CAT-B

Inbound

(A)Yes

Yes

CAT-C

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Yes

(B)Yes

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(B)Yes

*If the member is traveling TDY to participate in ROK/US Training Exercises do not confiscate their

military knife or KBAR if it is verified to be a part of their military training equipment/uniform. All

other situations confiscate the weapon.

Figure 2-3. Unauthorized Weapons

j. Excess property:

(1) Excess items/unreasonable quantities entering at commercial airports (e.g., Incheon

and Kimhae International Airport) and/or in unaccompanied baggage/household good shipments

will be identified and confiscated.

(2) USFK-CD will review all matters and when applicable, release items directly to the KCS

agent/representative at the appropriate CID office.

(3) The CI will provide the individual with a copy of the Consent for Disposition of Excess

Property information sheet.

k. Outgoing personnel with contraband and restricted or prohibited items:

(1) If contraband consists of prohibited or restricted items, such as prohibited house plants,

agricultural items, or restricted firearms which import documentation has not been obtained by the

member, the CI will not allow the items to be included in the shipment.

(2) The CI will make an informal list of such items and return the items to the member.

(3) The CI will advise the member on how to secure proper import documentation for the

items in questions that can be shipped with proper documentation.

(4) The CI will turn in the list of withdrawn items to the supervisor for review and the

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information included in applicable reports.

(5) If the member refuses to remove the restricted items from the shipment or baggage, the

supervisor will be notified for further action.

(6) Prohibited articles will not be shipped under any circumstances. (Refer to the USFK

Restricted and Prohibited Items List.)

l. Items confiscated by CI’s.

(1) Items confiscated by CI’s will be stored in a security storage container/safe for up to 30

days from the date of confiscation unless the item will be used as evidence for a case or action is

pending.

(2) Area Customs Supervisor will contact owners of confiscated items after 25 days to give

them a reminder that their item is still being held and to find out if it is their intent to retrieve the

item or consent to destruction.

(3) Telephonic notifications will be documented on an MFR and email notifications will be

printed and attached to the individuals Customs consent form and DA form 4137 and filed.

(4) After 30 days the items not retrieved by the owner will be processed for destruction and

destroyed.

(5) The destruction will be witnessed by a disinterested person. Civil Engineers/DPW can

cut metal items.

(6) The witness to destruction must sign the back side of the DA Form 4137.

(7) Pornographic material is illegal in Korea and will not be returned to the owner; it will be

reviewed for child pornography, if no child pornography was detected it will be destroyed. If child

pornography is found it will be turn over to local law enforcement (CID/OSI/NCIS) for investigation.

(8) If the owner elects to mail the confiscated item back to CONUS through the APO it will

be at their expense, pornographic material cannot be shipped through APO.

(9) Agricultural and meat products confiscated by CI’s can be brought to the local

installation veterinarian clinic (Yongsan, Osan AB and Camp Walker) for disposal (Incheon and

Kimhae IAP personnel can use the airport plant and animal quarantine service).

m. Inspection and examination of personal property shipments (UB/HHG/POV).

(1) Inbound.

(a) USFK Customs CCO(s) will review the UB/HHG inventory of each personal

property shipment arriving in the ROK for pre-Customs clearance. The purpose of this review is to

ensure the shipment has no contraband, restricted or prohibited items or items that appear

suspicious or questionable.

(b) Shipments which have prohibited restricted or undetermined items will be placed on

Customs Hold and the ITO/TMO will be notified. If the UB/HHG shipment is shipped at personal

expense the carrier will be informed that the shipment has been placed on a Customs hold and will

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be inspected by CI. A time, date and location will be coordinated for the inspection.

free from infestation and security seals have not been tampered with.

(d) Shipments should be checked closely for the introduction of excess property for

personal needs. Personnel will not:

 Use duty-free privileges to import goods into Korea for the purpose of personal

gain or profit, or for providing a gain or profit for any other individual. Importing commercial goods

for resale is prohibited (i.e., Mary Kay cosmetic starter kits with order forms).

 Use their duty-free privileges to import duty-free property when the property is not

intended for the personal use of the member or the SOFA member’s dependents.

 Import goods into Korea in quantities that would exceed personal needs, the

needs of their bonafide dependents, or reasonable quantities of bonafide gifts, maintenance, or

welfare gifts as defined in USFK Reg 643-2.

(2) Outbound.

(a) Outbound inspection procedures for personal property (UB/HHG) entering CONUS

will be conducted when applicable and on a case-by-case basis IAW DTR 4500.9-R, Chap. 502

and paragraph 2-3 of this regulation.

(b) Customs Inspectors will conduct random checks of pack outs to ensure strict

compliance with all regulations and directives.

Supervisor and CI’s to ensure stringent controls are being maintained at multiple pack out

locations.

(d) The AREA CCO will contact the AREA transportation quality assurance/quality

control sections when multiple shipments are found to contain restricted and prohibited items or if

shipments contain numerous counterfeit items.

n. Inspection and examination of cargo being shipped to the CONUS and overseas Areas.

(1) When applicable, inspections/examinations of DOD sponsored cargo will occur on a

case-by-case basis at the direction of a USFK CCO and/or USFK CI.

(2) The intent of inspections is to deter illegal diversion of US Government property, to halt

the flow of contraband and agricultural pests into the US, and to prevent shipments of unauthorized

articles contained in DOD sponsored cargo.

(3) Contraband disposal. Contraband consists of materials, goods, plant and animal

products, pets, and articles prohibited entry into the CONUS, including controlled substances as

identified in 21 USC 812 and restricted items when the conditions of the restriction have not been

met. The type or volume of contraband discovered will generally govern the action required.

(4) In dealing with contraband items, such as drugs, narcotics, or explosive devices, the

safety of the CI and other personnel concerned is the most important consideration. The CI will:

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(a) Maintain custody and control of the contraband.

(b) Prohibit handling of or tampering with the contraband by others in order to preserve

the chain of custody.

Police Information Center (JPIC) as appropriate.

(d) Surrender contraband to law enforcement officials and record events in the daily

journal and the chain of custody will be a accurately kept on the DA Form 4137.

(5) If suspected government property is offered for shipment, the member will be requested

to provide proof or other documentation identifying the item as personal property.

(6) If quantities or types of property being shipped create suspicion of being a commercial

shipment, the CI will ask the member for an explanation. If the CI is not satisfied that the items are

for the personal use of the member or the members’ dependents or for use as unsolicited gifts, the

CI will ask the member to remove those items in question from the shipment. The CI will

document, for use in applicable reports, those items removed. If the member still desires to ship

the items, the CI will immediately notify the supervisor and/or USFK-PM.

o. USFK Customs CCO and Alternate CCO stamp(s) and USFK CCO embossing seal(s).

(1) Area USFK CCO seals and CCO name stamps identify proper Customs review and

clearance of import documents. KCS will maintain a list of authorized USFK CCOs and Alternate

CCOs, their signatures, and sample embossing seals and name stamps. Import/inbound Customs

documents require an original CCO signature, CCO-stamped pages, and a CCO seal embossing

the document pages for proper clearance.

(a) Acquisition. Unique USFK CCO seal(s) and stamp(s) will be produced and

provided to the appointed USFK CCOs and Alternate CCOs by the USFK Customs Office.

(b) Accountability and control. USFK Customs will assign authorization numbers to

USFK CCO seals and stamps. The Chief, USFK Customs, will institute the following procedures to

ensure control and accountability of seals and stamps:

(2) Upon assuming duties, the Chief, USFK Customs, will conduct a joint physical inventory

of all seals and stamps. The departing CCO will sign the inventory certificate. The CCO will

maintain a current copy of the joint inventory on file at all times. Immediately upon transfer of

responsibility for seals and stamps, a copy of the joint inventory will be sent to the Chief, USFK

Customs Division, FKPM-CD, Unit #15750, APO AP 96205.

(3) Seals and stamps will be issued only to appointed CCO(s). Each CCO performing

CCO duties on a recurring basis will be assigned a specific stamp identified by name, grade/rank,

title and Area, which only that CCO will use. A single embossing seal will be assigned to the CCO

for his Area.

(4) Seals and stamps will be issued and controlled from one central office within each

Customs activity. If a CCO stamp or group of stamps is required to be issued on a permanent

basis to a unit, or organization, the stamp(s) will be hand-receipted to the responsible CCO. The

responsible CCO will be provided a copy of this regulation, and the following notation will be

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entered on the hand receipt: I have been provided a copy of UNC/USFK Reg 190-41 and am fully

aware of my responsibilities to properly safeguard and control the CCO seal(s) and stamp(s) for

which I have received. The Customs supervisor will physically inventory hand-receipted seal(s)

and stamp(s) at least every 6 months and forward a copy of the inventory to the Chief, USFK

Customs. Hand receipts will be updated every 6 months.

(5) Each activity controlling seals and stamps will institute the following minimum control

procedures:

(a) When not in use, seals and stamps will be secured (e.g., safe, cabinet with key-

lock). Access to seals and stamps will be limited to the Customs supervisor and CCO.

(b) A daily sign-out/sign-in log will be maintained to ensure continuous accountability of

seals and stamps to prevent inadvertent loss.

official performance of duty. This will be annotated on the daily sign out log.

(6) Each CCO will be thoroughly briefed on the provisions of (1) through (3) above. The

Customs supervisor will maintain statements signed by the CCOs attesting to the fact that each

CCO who controls a seal and stamp has been properly briefed. Signed statements will also be

maintained indicating CCOs understand that failure to comply with requirements (1) through (3)

above may be cause for administrative action and/or disciplinary action under the Uniform Code of

Military Justice.

(7) Destruction of stamps. The Customs supervisor and a witness will destroy

unserviceable stamps. A destruction certificate must be executed and a copy forwarded to USFK

Customs, immediately upon destruction of the stamp(s). A stamp is deemed unserviceable when

the stamp is damaged or no longer legible, or when a CCO ceases his duties as USFK CCO.

(8) Missing seals and stamps. The local law enforcement agency and USFK Customs will

be immediately notified telephonically of any lost, stolen, or misplaced seals and/or stamps. In

addition, a written statement identifying the circumstances concerning the loss or theft of the seal

and/or stamp will be provided within 48 hours to USFK Customs. Follow-on police/criminal

investigation reports will be forwarded to the Chief, USFK Customs.

p. Duty free certification for CBL shipments.

(1) For duty free certification of CBL shipments the following will be implemented when

making certification of duty free import status, the CCO will--

(a) Take whatever action is necessary to ensure that personnel are authorized SOFA

privileges. SOFA personnel will be required to present a valid ID card and US Government orders

or USFK Form 175-R-E (Invited Contractor and Technical Representative Personnel Data Report).

CCOs should refer to the monthly publication of the Listing of Invited Contractors and Technical

Representatives (DJ-15K) published by HQ, USFK (DJ-SA) to ascertain if a contract is still valid.

This publication is distributed lAW USFK Reg 700-19.

(b) Ensure that only reasonable quantities of items are being imported. The CCO may

initiate questioning/interviewing of what is a reasonable quantity. If at any time a question arises

as to what constitutes a reasonable quantity, the CCO may require the individual to explain his

position, or may consult with the commander, first line supervisor/responsible officer (RO), or

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contracting officer’s representative (for Invited Contractors and Technical Representatives and

their dependents) as to the validity of the items being imported. Additionally, the CCO will notify

the Chief, USFK Customs, concerning the situation. The CCO may request further investigative

support from MPI, CID, OSI, NCIS, or KCS. The CCO may also request assistance from the US

SOFA Secretariat or SOFA Judge Advocate as to policy provisions under the SOFA. Items not

cleared for import will be returned to the sender or a designated address (out of ROK) at the

expense of the importer.

arrives prior to the individual having been in country for six months. This restriction was

established under the SOFA and allows duty free import only during a period of six months from

the date of first arrival. (UNC Forces not subject to the US-ROK SOFA are exempt from this six-

month provision). This restriction does not apply to vehicles and parts for vehicles. These are

exempt from the six-month rule.

(d) Maintain a signature card DA Form 1687 (Notice of Delegation of Authority) on file

for authorized personnel who routinely sign for USFK shipments as Designated Agents. These

names will be sent to the USFK Customs clearance clerk for input in the centralized DA Form 1687

data base. Signature must be updated annually. (**Digital signed DA Form 1687 are equivalent to

traditional handwritten signatures in many respects but properly implemented digital signatures are

more difficult to forge than the handwritten type. In the case of the USFK Form 95EK-E, the DA

Form 1687 must have the original signature. If in some case the original signature cannot be

supplied and a digital signed DA Form 1687 is on file the USFK Form 95EK-E will also be Digital

signed).

(e) USFK Form 95EK-E (Import Declaration Certification USFK, ROK-US SOFA)

(Instructions for completion of this form are at appendix C) will be used to certify duty free import

for government property which arrives in the ROK by means other than MSC, AMC, MTMC USC,

or SF 1103 (US Government Bill of Lading - Privately Owned Personal Property).

(2) For contract personal or government property arriving or departing via commercial

carrier with door-to-door (delivery) service, the USFK consignee/addressee/designated agent will--

(a) Provide advance notice of incoming commercial cargo in the Republic of Korea for

processing Customs clearance forms and other shipping documents IAW DTR 4500.9-R, Part V,

Chap. 511, Para H.; maintain current addresses, locations or points of contact with USFK Customs

Clearance offices (Yongsan, Incheon, Camp Red Cloud, Camp Humphreys and Camp Henry).

(b) Establish procedures with commercial carriers to provide the consignee in advance

the commercial (air/ocean) bill of lading CBL, invoice, and the Customs Clearance Form (USFK

Form 95EK-E for completion instructions see appendix C) of the incoming cargo.

Form 95EK-E with the signature of the consignee to the USFK CCO Incheon, Yongsan, for air

shipments or USFK CCO Camp Henry for sea/ocean shipments (Incheon: DSN: FAX 723-7978,

Yongsan: DSN: FAX 736-5105, Daegu: DSN: FAX 764-5238, Camp Humphreys: DSN: FAX

753-7661).

(d) Ensure a valid signature card (DA Form 1687) is on file at the CCOs office(s) for

individuals who are authorized to sign for import and export of US military cargo or material in

support of USFK or USFK contracts.

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(e) Present written authorization in the form of a memorandum from the commander or

contracting officer of the unit concerned if no signature card is on file or they are acting as a “one-

time” agent for the unit of consignment concerned to the CCO before clearance is granted. A copy

of this authorization will be attached to the CCOs file copy of the clearance document. The CCO

will identify the agent by comparing identification and signatures, and if necessary, contact the unit

of consignment to determine validity of the agent’s authorization.

(f) Deliver three copies of the Customs clearance form (USFK Form 95EK-E) and one

copy of the shipping document to the local KCS (see appendix D) officials for processing and

release of the items.

(g) For Personal Property Shipments the designated agent may provide faxed copies of

the consignee’s US Government identification card (front and back side), US Government

orders/Letter of Employment, and the shipping documents (other documents may be requested) to

the appropriate Area CCO Office. All personal effects shipped thru non-military carriers must be

reasonable quantities and imported during a period of six months from the date of arrival in Korea.

(h) For automobile parts the designated agent may provide faxed copies of the

consignee’s US Government identification card, USFK Vehicle Registration (USFK Form 207

(Auto) and the shipping documents.

q. For contract personal or government property arriving or departing via commercial carrier

port-to-port service (non door-to-door service), the USFK consignee/addressee/designated agent

will;

(1) Obtain the original bill of lading/way bill and invoice from the commercial carrier office at

the port of entry and complete (USFK Form 95EK-E) with the consignee signature.

(2) Bring the above mentioned shipping documents to the Area USFK CCO. Individuals

acting as an agent for importation/exportation Customs clearance of government or personal

property for another must have in his possession a legal power of attorney specifying that he may

process the items in question.

(3) Ensure a valid signature card (DA Form 1687) is on file at the CCOs office(s) for

individuals who are authorized to sign for import and export of US military cargo or material in

support of USFK or USFK contracts.

(4) Present written authorization in the form of an official memorandum from the

commander or contracting officer of the unit concerned if no signature card is on file or they are

acting as a “one-time” agent for the unit of consignment concerned to the CCO before clearance is

granted. A copy of this authorization will be attached to the CCOs file copy of the clearance

document. The CCO will identify the agent by comparing identification and signatures, and if

necessary, contact the unit of consignment to determine validity of the agent’s authorization.

(5) Personal Property Shipments. Present copies to the Customs house in your Area of

the consignee’s US Government identification card, US Government orders/Letter of Employment,

and the shipping documents (other documents may be requested). All personal effects shipped

thru non-military carriers must be reasonable quantities and imported during a period of six months

from the date of PCS arrival.

(6) Automobile Parts. Present copies to the Customs office in your Area of the consignee’s

US Government identification card, USFK Vehicle Registration and the shipping documents to the

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USFK CCO.

(7) After duty-free certification from the USFK CCO, the individual or his agent will hire a

Customs broker to prepare the Korea Customs Import/Export Form (must be electronically

completed by a certified Customs broker) and deliver these documents to the Korea Customs

office at the port of entry where final import documents will be issued. The individual will be able to

pick up the cargo from the carrier’s warehouse. All expenses (e.g., storage fee, document

handling charge, Customs broker’s fee, etc.,) must be paid in cash to each commercial agency for

processing and release of the item(s).

r. Individuals purchasing a POV from the Post Exchange or Defense Reutilization

Management Office (DRMO) or importing a POV at their own expense will obtain duty free

certification in the following manner:

(1) Vehicles purchased at Post Exchanges or DRMO:

(a) Individual or his agent will bring the sale document to the Area CCO.

(b) The CCO will review the ROK Import Customs Declaration. He will then sign,

stamp, and seal the certification on each copy and on the purchase document.

Service located in the district in which the vehicle was purchased (See appendix D).

(d) The individual will be issued an import permit by the Korean Customs Service

(ROK), which will enable him to register the POV with his Area vehicle recorder. The individual will

be instructed to take his POV to the nearest Customs House with the documents for a comparison

of vehicle identification number (VIN) or serial number with purchase documents.

(2) Vehicle imported at personal expense.

(a) Individuals must bring the original bill of lading, purchase invoice, US Government

orders, Letter of Employment, (USFK Form 700-19 A-R-E), US passport, and valid identification

card to the CCO, Incheon or Daegu, depending on port of entry or where SOFA member is

stationed. If necessary, proof of legal disposition of present/previous owned POV or an Exception

to policy for 2nd

POV (if applicable) will be required. Individuals must have more than180 days

remaining in Korea. The imported POV must be in port.

(b) The CCO will review and certify (with his signature, CCO stamp, embossed seal),

the ROK Import Customs Declaration Form, bill of lading, invoice, and accompanied documents.

Customs House at the port of entry of the POV. Import documents will be issued and the POV will

be released. The member must register the POV with his Area USFK Provost Marshal Vehicle

Registration office within 10 days.

s. Duty free import certification.

(1) Duty free import certification may be given to SOFA members on reasonable quantities

of personal items during a period of 180 day from the date of their first arrival (PCS/TDY).

Individuals in this category must bring their orders and ID card to the CCO who will certify the

document.

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(2) Duty free import certification may also be given to individuals returning from out-of-

country leave who hand-carried items which were originally removed from the ROK. Proof of prior

ownership must be presented (i.e., bill of sale, commander/RO/certifying document, HHG/UB

inventory, etc.).

(3) Duty free import certification may also be given to individuals receiving items through

the postal mailing system during a period of 180 day from the date of their first arrival (PCS/TDY).

f. Duty free export certification.

(1) Duty free export certification may be needed and is authorized for the following:

(a) Individuals working for the US Government in the ROK who are not authorized

shipment of HHG/UB at government expense and who are departing the command permanently

because of expiration or cancellation of contract.

(b) Contractors exporting company materiel used for government contracts not

authorized to be shipped at US Government expense.

concerned and for which transportation documents have been prepared are forwarded to the CCO

for signature.

u. Black Marketing.

(1) USFK Customs Clearance Officer/USFK Customs Inspectors are responsible for

providing guidance and references to military law enforcement and Area Civilian Misconduct officer

or the Area commanders representative on suspected black marketing activities and assist with

obtaining information on suspected black marketing activities. USFK CCO’s will forward all black

marketing tips received through the AREA tip hotline to the Customs division deputy for

coordination and action.

(2) AREA CCO’s will:

(a) USFK wide and each Area will establish and maintain a black marketing tip hot line

with and answering machine for after duty hour’s reports.

(b) Obtain an account to access PIMS-K (Personnel Information Management System

Korea) from J-1 DATA Management through the Deputy USFK Customs.

enforcement officials.

(d) Record queries conducted on all individuals from calls received on the tip hot line.

(e) Information on individuals found to have suspicious purchase activities will be

forwarded to the main office for determination to initiate a CRP.

(3) The USFK Customs will be notified immediately of cases that will appear in the MP

blotter or of cases or investigations being conducted by Korean Customs Service.

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(4) Black marketing investigations and surveillance on and off military installations and

government leased quarters off military installations is the responsibility of the component law

enforcement activities within their perspective Area. A good working relationship between MPI,

CID, KCS and USFK Customs is necessary for mutual investigative support. There must be close

coordination and free exchange of information between military law enforcement agencies and

USFK Customs.

(a) MPI personnel will maintain valid Customs training provided by the USFK Customs

Division.

(b) USFK Customs personnel are authorized to assist with an investigation upon

request as authorized through the USFK Customs Deputy.

enforcing military and ROK Customs laws and regulations on USFK installations.

(d) Military law enforcement personnel will be responsible for identifying possible

suspects of excessive purchasing of duty free goods for the purpose of black marketing or other

illegal activities.

(e) Military law enforcement will be responsible for conducting excessive

purchase/black marketing surveillance at applicable Areas at least twice a month and as much as

possible. MPI will record the dates, times and location of surveillance with the results and present

the findings to the MPI NCOIC. Surveillance will be coordinated with consideration to the main

mission of MPI, without excessively breaching the manpower guidance of AR 570-4.

(f) If during the course of duty activities MPI discover a possible black marketing drop

house, MPI will promptly notify USFK Customs and the appropriate investigation agencies.

v. Tip Hotline Messages (Telephonic Recordings):

(1) The USFK Tip Hotline will be checked daily for incoming calls.

(2) All received calls will be recorded in a log book for status tracking. At a minimum the

following information will be logged:

(a) Date and time call was received.

(b) Location of suspected activity. (Installation/PX/Commissary/Shoppette)

(d) Action taken by Customs office.

(e) Name and telephone number of person leaving the tip. (If contact information was

left on message)

w. Tip Hotline Messages (Person to Person):

(1) For calls received during duty hours the person making the call will be given the

opportunity to remain anonymous or give the tip person to person or person to recording.

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(2) At a minimum the following information will be obtained from the caller:

(a) Who is making the call/tip unless they wish to remain anonymous?

(b) What are/were they doing, type of activity?

(d) Where is the location the incident occurred?

(e) Short description of the incident and person(s) or vehicles involved.

(f) E-mail Tip Hotline:

(3) Messages received on the E-Mail tip hotline will be reviewed daily. All E-Mail tips will

be printed, logged and filed. All findings in regards to excessive purchasing will be annotated.

x. Quarantine Procedures for Arriving Aircraft and Water Vessels.

(1) To minimize the hazard of introducing or disseminating human diseases and arthropod

vectors of medical importance by Armed Forces aircraft or water vessels, preventive measures will

be emphasized at the port of embarkation. When flights are contemplated to foreign countries or

landing is to be made at any port of entry not under Armed Forces jurisdiction, the aircraft

commander will abide by the medical and agricultural quarantine regulations published for landing

at the port of entry concerned. (See USAF Foreign Clearance Guide and OPNAVINST 3710.2E

for individual country requirements.)

(2) Commanders of Armed Forces installations located in foreign countries will publish

local directives to assure that agricultural and public health quarantine requirements and

procedures of the host country are observed by arriving aircraft.

(3) AR 40-562 /BUMEDINST 6230.15A/AFJI 48-110/CG COMDTINST M6230.4F,

paragraph 2, task port commanders with the responsibility for ensuring that travelers meet the

immunization requirements for the Areas to which they are traveling.

(4) On each flight to the United States, its territories, commonwealth, or possessions, when

illness has occurred characterized by the signs and symptoms in subparagraph (4)(a)~(c), the

aircraft commander will send a radio message requesting an inspection by the military or public

health quarantine inspectors. The request should be made at the earliest feasible time at which

contact can be made with the port of arrival. Upon landing, all persons must be placed in a

suitable isolation Area by the aircraft commander until released by designated Armed Forces

quarantine personnel.

(a) Has a temperature of 100‖ F (38‖ C) or greater accompanied by a rash, glandular

swelling, or jaundice, or which has persisted for more than 48 hours.

(b) Has diarrhea, defined as the occurrence in a 24 hour period of three or more loose

stools or of a greater than normal (for the person) amount of loose stool.

(5) Disinfection of aircraft is a quarantine procedure to prevent the transfer of live disease

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vectors from infested Areas to non-infested Areas. Aerosol disinfectants should always be used

when leaving Areas where yellow fever, malaria, or plague are known to exist unless the aircraft

has been treated with a World Health Organization, or DOD approved residual disinfectant and is

carrying certification to that effect. Disinfection should always be accomplished on leaving Areas

where yellow fever, malaria, or plague are known to exist. Materials and methods for disinfection

are contained in BUMED and NAVMEDCOM instructions of the 6250 series.

(6) Officers in command of an embarkation Area will take the necessary action to

determine the presence of mosquitoes and other vectors and pests of medical importance in the

vicinity of ports. Vector and pest control measures will be undertaken as indicated in the vicinity of

military ports to minimize the possibility of such vectors and pests gaining access to the interior of

aircraft and water vessels. The control methods will seek, so far as may be feasible, to eradicate

these vectors and pests within reasonable distance of the airports.

(7) The appropriate Armed Forces commander or officer in command of debarkation Areas

where aircraft arrive from disease vector infested Areas will require that:

(a) Breeding places readily accessible to vectors or pests of medical importance, which

might be introduced or disseminated by aircraft and water vessels, be eliminated or otherwise

rendered unsuitable for breeding to the extent that such procedures may be feasible.

(b) Continuous vector and pest surveillance be conducted. This will consist of the

routine collection and identification of immature and adult forms of vectors and pests of medical

importance with the objective of early discovery of introduced species at a time when eradication

can most easily be effected.

(8) To prevent the introduction or dissemination of animal and plant diseases and pests, all

ships and aircraft and their cargo, stores, garbage, and baggage are subject to inspection by

Armed Forces quarantine personnel. When inspection discloses items prohibited or restricted by

USDA quarantine regulations, reveals a plant or animal pest, or there is reason to presume such a

pest is present, the inspector will require action to dispose of the prohibited or restricted item.

(9) Air installation commanders or commanding officers of ships will assure that all actions

are taken to comply with the USDA requirements and regulations specifically in the following

Areas:

(a) Baggage. Baggage of all crew, passengers, or troops will be subject to inspection

by the USFK Customs or Armed Forces quarantine personnel. These officers and employees

must perform such functions as are necessary or proper on their part to carry out such regulations

and orders of the USDA and the provisions of law under which they are made.

(b) Cargo. Cargo will not be loaded aboard in a foreign country unless it is free of

animal and soil contamination or pest infestations as required by the USDA.

are prohibited entry and will be disposed of.

(d) Garbage. Garbage will be placed in leak proof, covered containers and disposed of

following port procedures authorized by Armed Forces Quarantine Personnel.

(10) Customs inspectors will not board any aircraft or water vessels that have been

identified as needing to be quarantined by flight operations or harbor/port masters.

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(11) Customs inspectors will notify the Area CCO in cases of quarantined aircraft or water

vessels.

(12) Customs inspectors will ensure they wear rubber gloves when handling Customs

declaration cards and while conducting inspections and examinations of carryon baggage, checked

baggage and cargo. The Customs declaration cards will be placed in a plastic storage bag and

any confiscated items will also be placed in plastic storage bags and marked to show item came

from a quarantined aircraft or water vessel.

(13) Customs inspectors will board aircraft or water vessels only after it has been medically

cleared by medical personnel.

2-4. Disagreements

If disagreements arise between USFK CCOs and ROK Customs officials, the Chief, USFK, CJPM-

CUSTOMS, Customs will be contacted. If, after review and coordination, the matter cannot be

resolved, the Chief, USFK, CJPM-CUSTOMS will forward all pertinent information to the SOFA

Secretariat (DC-SA), USFK and/or the International Affairs Division of the Judge Advocate, USFK

for review and further action through SOFA channels, to include referral to the Joint Committee.

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Appendix A

References

Section I. Required Publications

Article I, US-ROK SOFA.

Article IX, US-ROK SOFA.

Minutes of the Fifth Meeting, Joint Committee, US-ROK SOFA, 11 April 1967.

Minutes of the Thirty-Seventh Meeting, Joint Committee, US-ROK SOFA, 22 April 1969.

Agreement on Economic Coordination Between the ROK and the Unified Command, 24 May 1952.

AR 40-12 / AFJI 48-104 / SECNAVINST 6210-2A, Quarantine Regulations of the Armed Forces.

DOD and USCS Memorandum of Agreement for support of the Military Customs Enforcement

Program, 15 April 1974.

DTR 4500.9-R, Part V, DOD Customs and Border Clearance Policies and Procedures.

Personal Property Consignment Instruction Guide (PPCIG), Vol II – Overseas (Ch. 65) 21 USC

812. Cited in subparagraph 2-2l(1).

USFK Reg 27-5, Individual Conduct and Appearance.

USFK Reg 60-1, Ration Control Policy – Access to Duty-Free Goods.

USFK Reg 190-16, Registration and Control of Privately Owned Fire Arms.

USFK Reg 643-2, Transfers of Duty-Free Items.

Korea Customs Laws, Article 3-7, Travelers and Crew Members Customs Clearance Regulation.

Section II. Related Publications

This section contains no entries.

Section III. Required Forms

DA Form 1687, Notice of Delegation of Authority – Receipt for Supplies.

DA Form 4137, Evidence/Property Custody Document.

USFK Form 95EK-E, Korean Customs Service.

USFK Form 96-E, USFK Customs Division Declaration.

USFK Form 175-R-E, Invited Contractor and Technical Representative Personnel Data Report.

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USFK Form 207, Military Registration and Certificate of Title of Motor Vehicle (Not Transferable).

USFK Form 700-19 A-R-E, Invited Contractor and Technical Representative Personnel Data

Report.

Letter of Employment.

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Appendix B

Instructions for USFK Form 96-E (USFK Customs Division Declaration)

USFK Customs Division Declaration Form

A copy of USFK Form 96-E is available at www.usfk.mil/ under the publications link.

B-1. Procedure

a. This form will normally be provided to the Command/Unit Liaison Officer in sufficient copies

for all personnel. If not provided, the copy in this appendix may be duplicated in sufficient quantity

to supply to personnel. This form is to be filled out prior to debarkation in Korea.

b. The form will be collected by the local USFK Customs representative or other designated

individual, and after complete in processing of the unit, will be forwarded to HQ, USFK, ATTN:

CJPM-CUSTOMS.

c. Completion of this form, or approved requests for exception for inbound exercise Customs

examinations by this command does not preclude random spot checks to determine that the forms

are being completed as intended.

B-2. Instructions

Instructions for completing the form are as follows:

a. Your arrival date is the date you actually entered the country.

b. Your flight number in on your boarding pass.

c. Line 1: Is self explanatory.

d. Line 2: Is self explanatory.

e. Line 3: If you are Military it is your SSN for dependants or civilians it is your passport

number.

f. Line 4: Is located on your PCS orders, for dependants and civilians leave blank.

g. Line 5: Is the country you were born in.

h. Line 6: Is self explanatory.

i. Line 7: Is self explanatory.

j. The items to declare section check either yes or no and check the appropriate box(s).

k. Make sure to read the back of the Customs Declaration Form before signing it. If you have

any declarations you must sign in front of the Customs Inspector.

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Figure B-1. Sample of USFK Form 96-E (USFK Customs Declaration)

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Appendix C

Instructions for Completing USFK Form 95EK-E (Korean Customs Service)

The following information must be placed on USFK Form 95EK-E.

Note: Lettered boxes correspond to the following:

a. Box #2 - Date of transaction. (When you filled out this document)

b. Box #3 - Bill of lading number (found on top right hand corner of airway bill).

c. Box #4 - Vessel or aircraft name. (Normally the airline that brought your product/property

into the country).

d. No box # - Nationality of vessel or aircraft.

e. This code is provided by the shipping company.

f. Box #5 - Country of shipment. (The first country that you’re product/property started from,

normally for US Soldiers it is the United States)

g. This code is provided by the shipping company.

h. Box #6 - Entry port/airport name. (Where you entered the country)

i. This code is provided by the shipping company.

j. Box #7 - Country of production.

k. This code is provided by the shipping company.

l. Box #8 - Where items are stored awaiting clearance.

m. This code is provided by the shipping company.

n. Box #21 - Self explanatory. (For vehicles add the VIN)

o. Box #22 - Self explanatory.

p. Box #23 - Self explanatory.

q. Box #24 - Self explanatory.

r. Box #25 - Self explanatory.

s. Place fabricated stamp (as shown). This shows goods for use by USFK.

t. Self explanatory.

u. Self explanatory.

v. USFK Customs Clearance stamp with space for signature of CCO and date.

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Figure C-1. Sample of USFK FORM 95EK-E (Korean Customs Service)

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Appendix D

Location of Korea Customs Service Houses

Name of Korean Customs

Service Office

Location

Seoul Customs Office

02-510-1114

Seoul City

Incheon Customs Office

032-452-3114

Incheon City

Incheon Airport Office

032-722-4114

Incheon International Airport

Busan Customs Office

051-620-6123

Busan City

Kimpo Customs Office

02-6930-4900

Seoul City, Kimpo Airport

Masan Customs Office

055-240-7021

Masan City, Kyung Sang Nam-do

Yosoo Customs Office

061-660-8600

Yosoo City, Cholla

Makpo Customs Office

061-460-8515

Makpo City, Jon La Nam-do

Kunsan Customs Office

063-730-8700

Kunsan City, Jon La Buk-do

Cheju Customs Office

064-797-8812

Cheju City, Cheju-do

Woolsan Customs Office

052-278-2237

Woolsan City, Kyong Sang Nam-do

Daegu Customs Office

053-664-5114

Taegu City, Kyong Sang Buk-do

Suwon Customs Office

031-547-3900

Suwon City

Bupyon Customs Office

032-509-3733

Branch of Seoul Customs House

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Appendix E

USFK Customs Division Violation Notice, Authorized Weapons Packet and work sheets

UNITED STATES FORCES, KOREA

COMBINED JOINT PROVOST MARSHAL OFFICE

CUSTOMS DIVISION

DATE: LOG #:

I, , fully understand that the item(s), described on the

attached DA Form 4137 (Evidence/Property Custody Receipt), are being confiscated because they may be prohibited or

strictly controlled IAW USFK Regulation 27-5 (Individual Conduct and Appearance); USFK Regulation 190-16

(Registration and control of privately owned firearms); or Article IX of the Status of Forces Agreement and the laws of the

Republic of Korea.

PORNOGRAPHIC MATERIAL: (CONSENT FOR REVIEW AND DESTRUCTION) Persons importing

items that offend the public conscience such as pictorial matter that displays sexual penetrative acts and/or importing

illegal sexual material can be charged under the Uniform Code of Military Justice and/or by the Korean Court System for

violations of Korea Customs Statutes. I hereby consent to the review and destruction of these items by USFK Customs

Division under the UCMJ and/or Korean Laws.

NOTE: Only computers and laptops may be returned to owner after review and disposition of pornographic material, i.e.

files, downloads, etc.

DRUGS, SUBSTANCES, MEDICATION, etc.: (CONSENT FOR REVIEW AND DESTRUCTION) Persons

importing illegal substances can be charged under the Uniform Code of Military Justice and/or by Korean authorities for

violations of Korea Customs Statutes. I hereby consent to the review and destruction of these items by USFK Customs.

PROHIBITED/AUTHORIZED PRIVATELY OWNED WEAPONS AND AMMUNITION: (CONSENT FOR

DISPOSITION) Persons importing such items are subject to administrative action and/or punitive action under the UCMJ.

I voluntarily make one of the following choices for disposition of this item(s) in order to avoid such action(s):

I consent to the destruction of this item(s) by USFK Customs Division.

I consent to paying the cost of sending this item(s) back to its origin. I further understand that

it is my responsibility to make these arrangements and if my weapon(s) has not been shipped out of the Republic of

Korea by , USFK Customs Division will destroy it, regardless of the circumstances.*

I fully understand that I have thirty (30) days to contact USFK Customs Division, to arrange

for the release/disposition of my authorized property IAW the Memorandum for Owners of Privately Owned Weapons. I

further understand that it is my responsibility to make these arrangements and if my weapon(s) has not been picked up

by , USFK Customs Division will destroy it or turn it in to the appropriate

agency, regardless of the circumstances.

 (*)USFK Customs Division is not responsible if you are unable to ship the item out of the Republic of Korea due to

the rules and regulations of your chosen shipping agent or other government agencies, such as the U.S. Postal Service

or U.S. Customs Service. In this case, you will have to consent to the destruction of the item or face penalties.

 USFK Customs Division can be reached at DSN 738-5110 or 738-5111. *APPOINTMENTS ONLY* for

disposition of confiscated item(s).

OWNER: PRINTED NAME, GRADE, SSN AND SIGNATURE:

(Last, First, Middle) (Grade) (Last Four SSN) (Signature)

PCS IN / Out KOREA / TDY In/ Out of Korea/ Leave In/ Out of Korea (Circle One)

Unit Information or gaining duty station

CI / MP / SF / MA: NAME, GRADE, AND SIGNATURE:

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CUSTOMS NARRATIVE: (Briefly describe the circumstances of the event.):

CI / MP / SF / MA: NAME, GRADE, AND SIGNATURE:

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Appendix F

Consent for Destruction of Agricultural/Animal Products

DATE: LOG #:

I, , fully understand that the item(s), described on

the attached DA Form 4137, Evidence/Property Custody Receipt (or equivalent), are prohibited

under the provisions of Article IX, Status of Forces Agreement and the laws of the Republic of

Korea. Specifically, agricultural and animal products are prohibited. The items prohibited are

fruits, vegetables, plants, dirt, wild or domestic animal or fish furs, skins, horns, claws, and/or the

fresh meats of such animals and fish. This prohibition includes internationally protected

endangered animal or plant species or articles made or derived from such species. For example:

tigers, cobras, turtles, crocodiles, coral, bears’ galls, musk, or orchids. Persons found importing

such items can be charged by Korean authorities for violations of Korea Customs Statutes. I

hereby consent to destruction of these items by USFK Customs Division in order to avoid potential

prosecution under the UCMJ, US Customs, or in the Korean Court System.

OWNER: NAME, GRADE, and SIGNATURE

CI / MP / SP / MA: NAME, GRADE, and SIGNATURE

Note: Only items with official documents (from the US Fish & Wildlife Service, National Parks Service,

taxidermist-approved agencies, etc.) may be returned to the owner.

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Appendix G

Consent for Disposition of Excess Property

CONSENT FOR DISPOSITION OF EXCESS PROPERTY

DATE: LOG #:

I, , fully understand that the item(s), described

on the attached DA Form 4137, Evidence/Property Custody Receipt (or equivalent), are being

confiscated because they are prohibited IAW USFK Regulation 27-5 (Individual Conduct and

Appearance), UNC/USFK Regulation 190-41 (USFK Customs Program) and the ROK-US Status of

Forces Agreement. Specifically, persons importing quantities of personal property in excess of

personal need are subject to administrative action and/or punitive action under the Uniform Code

of Military Justice. I voluntarily make one of the following choices for disposition of this item in

order to avoid administrative action and/or punitive action under the UCMJ.

I consent to destruction of this item by USFK Customs Division.

I consent to paying the cost of sending this item back to its origin (subject to rules

and regulations for sending such items in international mail channels or commercial shipping

agencies*). I further understand that it is my responsibility to make these arrangements and if my

property has not been shipped out of the Republic of Korea by , USFK Customs

Division will destroy it, regardless of the circumstances. I can reach USFK Customs Division at

DSN: (738-5101) to make arrangements.

I wish to have my case reviewed by the Chief, CJPM-Customs Division, USFK

Customs Division. I acknowledge that if the Chief, CJPM-Customs Division deems my property as

excess, then I must elect one of the aforementioned options. I understand that if no coordination to

review the circumstances is made within 30 days, the property will be destroyed by USFK Customs

Division.

OWNER: NAME, GRADE, and SIGNATURE

CI / MP / SP / MA: NAME, GRADE, and SIGNATURE

* USFK Customs Division is not responsible if you are unable to ship the item out of Korea due to the rules

and regulations of your chosen shipping agent or other government agencies such as the US Postal Service

or US Customs Service. In this case, you will have to consent to destruction or face penalties.

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Appendix H

Sample Memorandum of Request Return of Confiscated Property

HEADER

OFFICE SYMBOL DATE

MEMORANDUM FOR CJPM Customs Division

SUBJECT: Request Return of Confiscated Property

1. The below listed individual has been counseled on the proper use and storage of property

confiscated by USFK Customs Division.

(ONLY INCLUDE APPROPRIATE STATEMENT LISTED BELOW)

FOR CATEGORY “A” WEAPONS: “I have briefed my soldier that the aforementioned

Category A weapon will be registered at installation level within 72 hours and must be stored in

an arms storage facility and may not under any circumstances be kept in BEQ, BOQ, or family

housing or Off-Post housing as specified in USFK Regulation 190-16.”

FOR CATEGORY “B” WEAPONS: “I have briefed my soldier that the aforementioned

Category B weapon will be used exclusively in conjunction with hunting, fishing, camping,

cooking, or military duty as specified in USFK Regulation 27-5.”

FOR CATEGORY “C” WEAPONS: “I have briefed my soldier that the aforementioned

Category C weapon will be used exclusively in conjunction with sporting events or regularly

scheduled martial arts training or practice, as specified in USFK Regulation 27-5.”

RANK NAME (LAST, FIRST, MI) Last 4 of SSN UNIT DUTY PHONE

2. “The property to be returned is as follows:

(QUANTITY) ITEM – DESCRIPTION (serial number, color, length, etc.)”

3. “The property will be stored in (location i.e.: Unit Arms Room, BOQ/BEQ (Bldg No. and Room

No., off-post address) and will be transported from the releasing location to storage location via

(mode of transportation i.e.: GOV, POV, bus, taxi, etc.).

Note: CATEGORY “A” WEAPONS WILL NOT BE STORED IN BOQ, BEQ, OR FAMILY

HOUSING”.

4. POC for this memorandum is at DSN: .

SIGNATURE BLOCK OF COMMANDER

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Appendix I

Violation Notice of USFK Customs Division Procedures

DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY

OFFICE OF THE COMBINED JOINT PROVOST MARSHAL

UNITED STATES FORCES KOREA

UNIT #15750

APO AP 96205-5750

REPLYTO

ATTENTION OF:

USFK-CD DATE:

MEMORANDUM FOR Last 4 of SSN:

SUBJECT: Violation Notice of USFK Customs Division Procedures

The Status of Forces Agreement between the United States and the Republic of Korea establishes the

guidelines for Customs procedures for incoming USFK personnel. Those guidelines state that USFK

members in SOFA status may only import those items allowed by Korea Customs Law. DTR Regulation

4500.9-R, Part V, “DOD Customs and Border Clearance Policies and Procedures”, UNC/USFK Regulation

190-41, “USFK Customs Program,” and USFK Regulation 27-5, “Individual Conduct and Appearance”, also

establishes standards for importation of personal property and effects.

During a routine Customs inspection on at _, you were

found to be in possession of the following prohibited or restricted items (a copy of the DA Form 4137 (or

equivalent) will be provided):

Possessing and attempting to import these items is a violation of applicable Korean law and U.S.

regulations governing the conduct of US Forces. As a result, you may face administrative actions and/or

non-judicial or judicial punishments. When given the opportunity to declare such items, you (did) (did not)

declare these items on the USFK Form 96-E, USFK Customs Declaration.

A copy of this letter along with appropriate details will be sent to the appropriate authorities for action.

USFK Customs Division Inspector

CF: Sponsor’s Unit Commander

Local Provost Marshal Office/Security Force Operations

NCOIC Customs, CJPM-CD

Internal Use Only

Was Korea Customs Notified? YES NO

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Appendix J

USFK Customs Division Pre-Inspection Briefing

USFK CUSTOMS PRE-INSPECTION BRIEFING

Good morning. I am (Inspector ), with the US Forces Korea

Customs. I am here to inspect your UB/HHG/TMO shipment. Please pay close attention to the

brief that you are about to receive and bear in mind that if you answer falsely to any question, you

can be prosecuted.

Do you have any of the following items in your shipment?

 Any knives, excluding butter/kitchen knives, must be declared; this includes multi-tool style

knives (Leatherman, Gerber, SOG, Buck), sheathed knives, and swords. This does not

mean that all of these items will be seized, however they must be declared.

 Any firearms and ammunition must be declared.

 Must declare all prescription drugs and over the counter drugs (does not include any vitamins

or muscle anneser’s).

 Any illegal drugs.

 Animal and agricultural products to include un-processed meats, plants, soil, furs/skins, and

horn, or by-products from any endangered species.

 More than 1 bottle of any alcoholic beverage, or one liter, whichever is greater.

 More than 1 carton of cigarettes, or one roll of snuff, or 10 pouches/tins of chewing tobacco,

or more than 50 cigars, or 250 grams of other (pipe) tobacco.

 Pornography “pictorial matter” (computer image, VHS, DVD, CD-R/RW, book, or magazine)

devoted solely to the portrayal of sexual acts, including homosexual acts or sexual acts with

an animal. It does not include mere nudity. This prohibition also covers any media

containing sexually explicit depictions of children. Final judgment of what can be considered

pornographic during this inspection rests with the Customs inspector.

 Commercial goods for either resale or gifts.

 If you have brought any items to resell in the Republic of Korea, you must declare them.

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 Currency in excess of $10,000 USD, or its equivalent in any type of monetary instrument.

 BB guns, pellet guns, slingshots, bow and arrows, cross bows, and paintball guns.

 Other weapons, except pistols and revolvers, from which a projectile is discharged by

explosive/mechanical means if the weapon is capable of being concealed on the person.

 Straight razors, knives with straight razor blades, switchblades, T-handle push knives,

hooked blade knives (carpet-type), box knives, butterfly knives or knives with hinged handle

sections which collapse around the blade.

 Knives, swords or daggers with a 4 inch or longer blade, and knives, swords and daggers

with blades less than 4 inches whose only purpose it to cause bodily injury.

 Club type weapons, brass knuckles, gloves or bracelets studded with hard or sharp metal

objects, shooting pens (pens capable of discharging tear gas or similar substances) or any

weapon capable of discharging any chemical agent, and Kung-fu or martial art fighting sticks,

nunchuka, and throwing stars.

My signature below signifies that I have been briefed and have read the above list of prohibited

items.

I DO DO NOT have anything to declare.

Receiver of shipment: USFK Customs Inspector:

NAME: CI/MP/SF/MA Name:

DATE:

TIME:

GBL#:

Last 4 of SSN:

Rank:

Unit:

Tel#:

BLDG

RM:

Status: Random Customs Hold_

Results:

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Appendix K

SOFA Customs Clearance for Unaccompanied Pet of SOFA Member

DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY

OFFICE OF THE COMBINED JOINT PROVOST MARSHAL

US FORCES KOREA

(YONGSAN) SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA UNIT #15750

APO AP 96205-5750

REPLY TO

ATTENTION OF:

USFK-CD Date:

Subject: SOFA Customs Clearance of Unaccompanied Pet(s) for USFK SOFA Member

1. This is to certify that the person listed below is covered under the US/ROK Status of Forces

Agreement (SOFA). The SOFA member request that the unaccompanied family pet(s) listed below

be cleared thru Korean Customs without paying any taxes.

a. NAME: ___________ ______________________

b. UNIT: ____________________

c. DATE OF ARRIVAL INTO THE ROK (PCS):____________________

d. PET INFORMATION:______________________________________

e. FLIGHT#: _________________

2. The point of contact for this counseling is the undersigned at below.

“Local Area CCO signature block”

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Glossary

Section I. Abbreviations

ACS Assistant Chief of Staff

AMC Air Mobility Command

AOR Area of Responsibility

CBCP Customs and Border Clearance Program

CBL Commercial Bill of Lading

CCO Customs Clearance Officer

CEP (USFK) Customs Enforcement Program

CI Customs Inspector

CID Criminal Investigations Division

CJPM Combined Joint Provost Marshal

CJPM-CUSTOMS Combined Joint Provost Marshal Customs Division CONUS

Continental United States

CONUS Customs Territory of the United States

CRP Command Referral Program

DOD Department of Defense

DTR Defense Transportation Regulations

DRMO Defense Reutilization Management Office

HHG Household Goods

IAW In Accordance With

ITO Installation Transportation Office

JUSMAG-K Joint United States Military Advisory Group, Korea

KCS Korea Customs Service

MP Military Police

MPI Military Police Investigation

MSC Military Sealift Command

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MTMC Military Traffic Management Command

NCOIC Noncommissioned Officer in Charge

OSI Office of Special Investigations

PM Provost Marshal

POV Privately-owned vehicle

PPCIG Personal Property Consignment Instruction Guide

RO Responsible Officer

ROK Republic of Korea

CD Customs Division

SF Security Forces

SOFA Status of Forces Agreement

TMO Traffic Management Office

TO Transportation Officer

UB Unaccompanied baggage

UNC United Nations Command

USC Universal Service Contract

USCS United States Customs Service

USDA United States Department of Agriculture

USFK United States Forces Korea

USTRANSCOM United States Transportation Command

Section II. Terms

Black Marketing. The act of reselling duty-free goods purchased in USFK duty-free facilities

except as provided in applicable regulations.

Command Referral Program. Administrative process identifying potential abusers (purchasing

items in excess of personal needs) of the Ration Control Program and ration system to member’s

unit and/or Area commanders for appropriate action.

Customs Accreditation Visits. Visits by the Chief, USFK, CJPM-Customs Division, along with

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the USCS advisor, whenever practicable, to each base, camp, or installation to ensure compliance

with current regulations and policies concerning Customs procedures.

Customs Inspector (CI). Commissioned officers, warrant officers, and NCOs with the rank of E-6

or above; or enlisted security or military police personnel, regardless of rank, who have

satisfactorily completed a USFK Customs -approved training course and work under direct

supervision of a noncommissioned officer; and DOD civilian employees who are citizens of the US

with GS-7 or above grade. USFK Customs Division may grant a waiver for appointment of enlisted

personnel below the grade of E-4: OJ-T-PPC.

Examination. The process of scrutinizing personal property and other DOD cargo, to include

physically opening baggage, cartons, and containers; disassembling articles, as required; and

ascertaining the contents thereof. Examination of personnel involves the physical search for

contraband.

Inspection. The detailed observation of person, personal property, and other DOD cargo, noting

markings and outer physical characteristics. The inspection process involves observation, oral

questioning, document review, in determining the person’s potential for a Customs violation(s).

CJPM Hold Inspection. A mandatory Customs inspection on a member’s personal property

(UB/HHG) shipment, in which specific date, time, and location are pre-arranged between the

ITO/TMO, the member, the delivery company, and USFK, CJPM-CUSTOMS, Yongsan. The

member’s property cannot be delivered/unpacked without the presence of a USFK CI. Deeming a

shipment a “Customs Hold”. A USFK CCO(s) determines by inspection/review of a member’s

inventory list contains, and/or suspicious/questionable prohibited/restricted items that are identified

in his property inventory list; or a USFK CI determines a member’s personal property shipment

contains restricted/prohibited items at time of initial inspection/interview at a port of entry; or a

member declares shipment of prohibited/restricted items in his personal property shipment when

arriving at a port of entry; or member personally notifies USFK, CJPM-CUSTOMS before shipment

arrives that his shipment contains restricted/prohibited items.

Redline. A red line drawn from the lower left hand corner to the upper right hand corner of the

USFK Form 96-E and/or (ROK) Import Declaration Form to alert USFK-CD deeming a shipment a

“Customs Hold”. A USFK CCO(s) determines by inspection/review of a member’s inventory list

contains, and/or suspicious/questionable prohibited/restricted items that are identified in his

property inventory list; or a USFK CI determines a member’s personal property shipment contains

restricted/prohibited items at time of initial inspection/interview at a port of entry; or a member

declares shipment of prohibited/restricted items in his personal property shipment when arriving at

a port of entry; or member personally notifies USFK, CJPM-CUSTOMS before shipment arrives

that his shipment contains restricted/prohibited items.

Weapons Categories.

A: Any device that will eject a projectile by any explosive or mechanical means.

B: Any type of knife or sword with a blade in excess of four (4) inches and that by its nature

be used as a deadly weapon.

C: Any type of martial arts weapon.