1. Vessel-Related ChargesÂ
– Tonnage Dues:
– 0.18% of vessel value for ships <10,000 GT – 0.25% for ships 10,000-30,000 GT – 0.32% for ships >30,000 GT (Korea Maritime Act §24-3)
– Port Dues:
– Base rate: KRW 1.5/GT (min KRW 500,000)
– Container ships: +20% surcharge
– Tankers: +15% environmental fee
– Pilotage:
– Compulsory zone: 5nm radius
– Daytime: KRW 0.48/GT (min KRW 480,000)
– Nighttime (2000-0600): +30%
– Shifting between berths: KRW 0.35/GT
– Towage (Korea Harbor Tug Association 2024 rates):
– <5,000 GT: KRW 1.6M/hour – 5,000-15,000 GT: KRW 2.1M/hour – >15,000 GT: KRW 2.8M/hour
– Emergency standby: KRW 800,000/hour
– Berth Hire:
– General cargo berths 1-3: KRW 65,000-280,000/day
– Container terminal berths 4-6: KRW 85,000-320,000/day
– Oil terminal berth 7: KRW 120,000-400,000/day
2. Safety & Environmental Services
– Fire Services (MPA Fire Dept.):
– Preventive standby: KRW 600,000 first 4 hours
– Active firefighting: KRW 1.5M/hour
– Chemical spills: KRW 3M/hour response
– Oil Spill Prevention:
– Standard boom: KRW 1.3M/day (min 200m)
– Heavy weather boom: KRW 2.2M/day
– Dispersants: KRW 850,000/ton
– Waste Management (MARPOL Compliance):
– Oily waste: KRW 900,000/ton (licensed receivers)
– Food waste: KRW 400,000/ton
– Incinerator ash: KRW 650,000/ton
3. Cargo Handling Charges
– Container Operations:
– Loading/discharging: KRW 14,000/TEU (day), KRW 17,000/TEU (night)
– Reefer monitoring: KRW 5,000/day per unit
– Dangerous goods: +25% surcharge
– Bulk Cargo:
– Grain handling: KRW 2,800/ton
– Coal/ore: KRW 2,200/ton
– Clinker/cement: KRW 3,100/ton
4. Crew & Administrative Costs
– Immigration:
– Crew visa processing: KRW 180,000/person
– Shore passes: KRW 50,000/day
– Port clearance: KRW 120,000/document
– Health Services:
– Medical waste disposal: KRW 250,000/container
– Ship sanitation inspection: KRW 1.2M (valid 6 months)
5. Operational Discounts
– Green Ship Incentives:
– Tier III vessels: 15% discount on port dues
– LNG-fueled ships: 20% discount
– Shore power users: 10% discount
– Volume Agreements:
– >10 calls/year: 8% rebate
– >20 calls/year: 12% rebate
– Loyalty program for regular liners
Regulatory Compliance
– All fees align with:
– IMO Resolution A.1153(32)
– Korea Port Authority Act (2023 Revision)
– MPA Operational Circular No.2024-01
– ISPS Code Implementation Guidelines
6. Additional Mandatory Charges
– Port Security:
– ISPS Level 1: KRW 150,000/day
– ISPS Level 2: KRW 300,000/day
– Armed guards: KRW 2.5M/day (licensed providers)
– Navigation Services:
– VTS fees: KRW 0.02/GT per call
– Nautical publications update: KRW 350,000/set
7. Special Situation Fees
– Emergency Services:
– Salvage standby: KRW 5M/day
– Pollution control: KRW 8M/day
– Medical evacuation: KRW 3M/operation
– Weather Delays:
– Storm mooring: KRW 1.2M/day
– Typhoon preparation: KRW 2M/event
8. Documentation Requirements
– Mandatory Certificates:
– Valid Tonnage Certificate
– Up-to-date Safety Equipment Record
– Waste Management Plan
– Crew Vaccination Records
Important Notes
1. All charges subject to 10% VAT unless exempt under Korea-US FTA
2. Fuel surcharge may apply (current rate: 7.5%)
3. Overtime rates apply 1700-0800 and weekends (+50%)
4. Disputes to be settled per Korea Maritime Arbitration Rules
Official Contacts
– Port Control: VHF CH 16/12
