South Korea · Regulatory
LNG in South Korea
Status
Allowed for private trade
KOGAS dominant import; private terminals emerging (GS, SK, POSCO, Hanwha). Incheon, Pyeongtaek, Tongyeong, Samcheok terminals.
Frequently asked
- Can private companies import LNG into South Korea?
- Yes. KOGAS dominant import; private terminals emerging (GS, SK, POSCO, Hanwha). Incheon, Pyeongtaek, Tongyeong, Samcheok terminals.
- What license is typically required?
- KOGAS dominant import; private terminals emerging (GS, SK, POSCO, Hanwha). Incheon, Pyeongtaek, Tongyeong, Samcheok terminals.
- Does OilFlow screen LNG listings against South Korea rules?
- Yes. OilFlow's matching engine blocks impossible listings — for example, a private buyer-side LNG listing into South Korea will be rejected automatically if this page says blocked or restricted.
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