{"id":682,"date":"2026-03-11T21:58:59","date_gmt":"2026-03-11T21:58:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/atlaw.kr\/en-blog\/?p=682"},"modified":"2026-05-03T08:33:57","modified_gmt":"2026-05-03T08:33:57","slug":"how-to-invoke-force-majeure-for-the-hormuz-strait-crisis-in-south-korea","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/atlaw.kr\/en-blog\/how-to-invoke-force-majeure-for-the-hormuz-strait-crisis-in-south-korea\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Invoke Force Majeure for the Hormuz Strait Crisis in South Korea"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><!-- ATLAS_HREFLANG_START --><link rel=\"alternate\" hreflang=\"ko\" href=\"https:\/\/atlaw.kr\/kr-blog\/%ed%98%b8%eb%a5%b4%eb%ac%b4%ec%a6%88-%ed%95%b4%ed%98%91-%eb%b6%88%ea%b0%80%ed%95%ad%eb%a0%a5-%ec%a1%b0%ed%95%ad-%ea%b5%ad%ec%a0%9c%ea%b3%84%ec%95%bd\/\" \/><link rel=\"alternate\" hreflang=\"en\" href=\"https:\/\/atlaw.kr\/en-blog\/how-to-invoke-force-majeure-for-the-hormuz-strait-crisis-in-south-korea\/\" \/><link rel=\"alternate\" hreflang=\"x-default\" href=\"https:\/\/atlaw.kr\/kr-blog\/%ed%98%b8%eb%a5%b4%eb%ac%b4%ec%a6%88-%ed%95%b4%ed%98%91-%eb%b6%88%ea%b0%80%ed%95%ad%eb%a0%a5-%ec%a1%b0%ed%95%ad-%ea%b5%ad%ec%a0%9c%ea%b3%84%ec%95%bd\/\" \/><!-- ATLAS_HREFLANG_END --><br \/>\n<!-- ===== Schema Markup ===== --><\/p>\n<p><!-- Article Schema --><br \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"Article\", \"headline\": \"How to Invoke Force Majeure for the Hormuz Strait Crisis in South Korea | Atlas Legal\", \"description\": \"Korean exporters and importers facing contract disputes due to Hormuz Strait blockage can use force majeure clauses to limit liability. A South Korea corporate lawyer explains the step-by-step approach.\", \"author\": {\"@type\": \"Person\", \"name\": \"Taejin Kim\", \"jobTitle\": \"Managing Partner\", \"worksFor\": {\"@type\": \"LegalService\", \"name\": \"Atlas Legal\", \"url\": \"https:\/\/atlaw.kr\", \"address\": {\"@type\": \"PostalAddress\", \"addressLocality\": \"Incheon\", \"addressRegion\": \"Songdo, South Korea\"}}, \"@id\": \"https:\/\/atlaw.kr\/en\/taejin-kim-en\/#person\"}, \"publisher\": {\"@type\": \"Organization\", \"name\": \"Atlas Legal\", \"url\": \"https:\/\/atlaw.kr\", \"@id\": \"https:\/\/atlaw.kr\/#legalservice\"}, \"datePublished\": \"2026-03-12\", \"dateModified\": \"2026-03-12\", \"mainEntityOfPage\": {\"@type\": \"WebPage\"}, \"@id\": \"https:\/\/atlaw.kr\/en-blog\/how-to-invoke-force-majeure-for-the-hormuz-strait-crisis-in-south-korea#article\"}<\/script><\/p>\n<p><!-- FAQ Schema --><br \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Does a Hormuz Strait blockage automatically qualify as force majeure under South Korean law?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"No, it does not qualify automatically. Whether a Hormuz Strait blockage constitutes force majeure depends on (1) the exact wording of the force majeure clause in the contract, (2) whether the blockage falls within the listed triggering events, and (3) the governing law of the contract. Under Korean civil law, the debtor must show the impossibility of performance was not attributable to its own fault (Civil Act Article 390, proviso). Under CISG Article 79, the party must prove an impediment beyond its control that could not reasonably have been expected or overcome.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What is the most critical step for a South Korean exporter when force majeure occurs?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"The most critical step is timely notice. 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What Does a Force Majeure Clause Actually Cover in South Korea?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#section2\">2. Which Governing Law Determines Whether Force Majeure Applies?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#section3\">3. How Should South Korean Exporters Respond Step by Step?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#section4\">4. What Are the Risks of a Failed Force Majeure Defense?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#section5\">5. Where Can Korean Companies Get Legal Support on the Hormuz Crisis?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#section6\">6. FAQ<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<p>    <!-- Story Hook (hypothetical scenario) --><\/p>\n<div class=\"story-hook\" style=\"padding: 15px 20px; margin-bottom: 15px; border-radius: 0; background-color: #f5f5f5;\">\n<p><strong>Hypothetical scenario:<\/strong> A South Korean manufacturer has finished packing a shipment of industrial equipment bound for the Middle East. Then the news breaks: Hormuz Strait transit is suspended. The overseas buyer is already invoking the liquidated damages clause. The sales team is asking legal: do we have a force majeure defense? And if so, what do we do in the next 24 hours?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>    <!-- Direct Answer --><\/p>\n<div class=\"direct-answer\" style=\"padding: 15px; border-radius: 0; margin-bottom: 20px; font-weight: 500; background-color: #f5f5f5;\">\n        <strong>Direct Answer:<\/strong> Yes \u2014 a Hormuz Strait blockage can support a force majeure defense, but only if (1) the contract&#8217;s force majeure clause covers government-imposed navigation restrictions, (2) the company gives timely notice to its counterparty in the prescribed form, and (3) it documents reasonable efforts to find alternative performance. South Korea&#8217;s Ministry of Justice issued guidance on exactly these steps on March 11, 2026.\n    <\/div>\n<p>    <!-- Story Development --><\/p>\n<div class=\"story-detail\" style=\"padding: 20px; border-radius: 0; margin: 20px 0; background-color: #f5f5f5;\">\n<h3>The 24-Hour Window That Decides Everything<\/h3>\n<p class=\"disclaimer\">\u203b The scenario above is hypothetical and is used solely to illustrate the legal issues discussed in this post. It does not represent any specific client matter.<\/p>\n<p>In the hypothetical above, the company&#8217;s legal team has roughly 24 to 48 hours before its window for a clean force majeure defense starts to close. Most international contracts impose strict notice deadlines \u2014 miss them, and courts or arbitral tribunals will typically treat the failure to notify as a waiver of the defense, regardless of how compelling the underlying facts are. Korea&#8217;s Ministry of Justice, recognizing the urgency of the current Hormuz crisis, issued formal guidance on March 11, 2026, specifically addressing this issue (Source: Korea Ministry of Justice Press Release, March 11, 2026). The guidance is clear: review the clause, send the notice without delay. This post explains what that means in practice, broken down by governing law, party type, and risk exposure.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>    <!-- Section 1 --><br \/>\n    <\/p>\n<h2 id=\"section1\">1. What Does a Force Majeure Clause Actually Cover in South Korea?<\/h2>\n<p>A force majeure clause exempts or suspends a party&#8217;s contractual obligations when performance becomes impossible or impractical due to events beyond its reasonable control. Despite being standard in international contracts, the scope of coverage varies significantly depending on how the clause is drafted.<\/p>\n<h3>Three Core Elements Courts and Arbitrators Look For<\/h3>\n<p>Regardless of governing law, force majeure claims in international contracts are generally evaluated against three requirements:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Externality<\/strong>: The event must be outside the party&#8217;s reasonable control.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Unforeseeability<\/strong>: The event must not have been reasonably foreseeable at the time the contract was signed.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Unavoidability<\/strong>: The party must have been unable to avoid or overcome the event or its consequences through reasonable measures.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Exhaustive vs. Illustrative Lists \u2014 Why the Drafting Matters<\/h3>\n<p>Force majeure clauses typically list triggering events. The critical question is whether the list is exhaustive (only the listed events qualify) or illustrative (unlisted events can also qualify if they share similar characteristics). A clause that lists &#8220;war, riot, natural disaster, and acts of government&#8221; using a closed list may or may not cover a Hormuz Strait navigation restriction, depending on how broadly &#8220;acts of government&#8221; is interpreted under the applicable governing law.<\/p>\n<table>\n<tr>\n<th>Clause Component<\/th>\n<th>What to Check<\/th>\n<th>Practical Risk<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Triggering events list<\/td>\n<td>Is &#8220;government navigation restriction&#8221; or &#8220;military action&#8221; included? Is the list exhaustive or illustrative?<\/td>\n<td>If exhaustive and the blockage is not listed, the defense may fail at the threshold<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Notice obligation<\/td>\n<td>Required form (written, email, registered mail) and deadline (e.g., within 5, 10, or 30 days)<\/td>\n<td>Missing the notice deadline forfeits the defense even if all other elements are satisfied<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Suspension and termination<\/td>\n<td>How long does force majeure suspend obligations? When does a termination right arise?<\/td>\n<td>Failure to track timelines can result in inadvertent contract termination by the counterparty<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<p>    <!-- Section 2 --><br \/>\n    <\/p>\n<h2 id=\"section2\">2. Which Governing Law Determines Whether Force Majeure Applies in South Korea?<\/h2>\n<p>Governing law is often the single most important variable in a force majeure analysis. Where the contract is silent on force majeure, the applicable statutory framework fills the gap differently depending on jurisdiction.<\/p>\n<h3>Governing Law Comparison<\/h3>\n<table>\n<tr>\n<th>Governing Law<\/th>\n<th>Applicable Framework<\/th>\n<th>Key Characteristics<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Korean Civil Law<\/td>\n<td>Civil Act, Article 390 (proviso)<\/td>\n<td>Debtor exempt if impossibility of performance is not attributable to its own fault; burden of proof on debtor<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>CISG<\/td>\n<td>CISG Article 79<\/td>\n<td>Exemption from damages if impediment is beyond control, unforeseeable, and unavoidable; Article 79(4) notice obligation applies independently<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>English Law<\/td>\n<td>Frustration doctrine<\/td>\n<td>Very high threshold; mere difficulty or expense increase does not constitute frustration; contract must be radically different from what was undertaken<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>U.S. Law<\/td>\n<td>UCC \u00a72-615 \/ Restatement (Second) of Contracts \u00a7261<\/td>\n<td>Commercial impracticability standard; foreseeability at contract formation is a key battleground<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<h3>Why South Korean Companies Must Check the Governing Law Clause First<\/h3>\n<p>Many Korean exporters default to assuming Korean civil law applies, but international sales contracts frequently designate English law, New York law, or Singapore law as governing law \u2014 particularly in the energy, construction, and shipping sectors. The choice of governing law determines not only which statutory framework applies but also the applicable standard of proof and the consequences of a successful force majeure claim. Contract counsel should identify the governing law clause before drafting the notice.<\/p>\n<p>    <!-- Section 3 --><br \/>\n    <\/p>\n<h2 id=\"section3\">3. How Should South Korean Exporters Respond Step by Step?<\/h2>\n<p>Korea&#8217;s Ministry of Justice specifically addressed exporters&#8217; obligations in its March 11, 2026 guidance (Source: Korea Ministry of Justice Press Release, March 11, 2026). The following framework is based on that guidance and general international contract practice.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 1 \u2014 Immediately Review the Force Majeure Clause<\/h3>\n<p>Pull the contract and locate the force majeure clause within the first few hours of becoming aware of the blockage. Confirm:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Whether the Hormuz Strait blockage falls within the triggering events as drafted<\/li>\n<li>The exact form and deadline for notice<\/li>\n<li>The duration of the suspension period and when termination rights arise<\/li>\n<li>Whether the clause requires the party to take mitigation steps<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Step 2 \u2014 Send Contractually Compliant Notice Without Delay<\/h3>\n<p>Draft and send the force majeure notice in the form required by the contract (written letter, email, or registered mail, as specified). The notice should include: a description of the force majeure event, how it prevents performance, the anticipated duration, and a statement that the company is actively seeking alternative measures. Keep all delivery receipts and acknowledgments.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 3 \u2014 Document Mitigation Efforts<\/h3>\n<p>To satisfy the unavoidability element, the company must show it made reasonable efforts to overcome the blockage. This means investigating alternative shipping routes (e.g., via the Cape of Good Hope), exploring partial delivery options, and requesting cost quotations from alternative carriers. Each step should be documented by email or meeting minutes, as these records may become critical evidence in later arbitration or litigation.<\/p>\n<p>    <!-- Section 4 --><br \/>\n    <\/p>\n<h2 id=\"section4\">4. What Are the Risks of a Failed Force Majeure Defense in South Korea?<\/h2>\n<p>A rejected force majeure defense can expose a South Korean company to multiple layers of liability, which is why early legal review is essential rather than optional.<\/p>\n<h3>Potential Consequences<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Damages for breach of contract<\/strong>: The counterparty may claim all reasonably foreseeable losses caused by the delayed or failed delivery.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Liquidated damages<\/strong>: Many international trade contracts include delay penalty clauses (often expressed as a percentage of the contract price per day of delay). These can accumulate rapidly during a prolonged blockage.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Contract termination and advance payment refund<\/strong>: If the counterparty exercises a termination right, the Korean company may be required to refund advance payments received, in addition to paying damages.<\/li>\n<li><strong>International arbitration costs<\/strong>: Disputes under international contracts are typically resolved through ICC, SIAC, or KCAB arbitration. Arbitration proceedings are time-consuming and costly, making early risk management significantly more valuable than post-dispute litigation strategy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>The Notice Failure Scenario<\/h3>\n<p>Among all the ways a force majeure defense can fail, late or improper notice is the most avoidable and unfortunately the most common. In multiple international arbitration cases, tribunals have rejected otherwise meritorious force majeure claims solely because the claimant&#8217;s notice was sent one day after the contractual deadline, or in the wrong format. Experienced international trade counsel at Atlas Legal has reviewed contracts where the notice window was as short as three business days \u2014 a timeline that requires immediate action upon learning of the disruptive event.<\/p>\n<p>    <!-- Section 5 --><br \/>\n    <\/p>\n<h2 id=\"section5\">5. Where Can South Korean Companies Get Legal Support on the Hormuz Crisis?<\/h2>\n<p>Two channels are available for South Korean companies seeking legal support related to the Hormuz Strait crisis and force majeure disputes.<\/p>\n<h3>Government Support: Ministry of Justice Overseas Business Legal Support Group<\/h3>\n<p>Korea&#8217;s Ministry of Justice operates the Overseas Business Legal Support Group (\ud574\uc678\uc9c4\ucd9c\uae30\uc5c5 \uad6d\uc81c\ubc95\ubb34\uc9c0\uc6d0\ub2e8), which provides free legal advice to small and medium-sized enterprises engaged in international trade. The group includes over 200 external specialists, including prosecutors, attorneys, foreign law advisors, and customs experts. Applications can be submitted at www.9988law.com, and qualified companies receive both written advice and real-time consultation at no charge (Source: Korea Ministry of Justice Press Release, March 11, 2026).<\/p>\n<h3>Private Counsel: When Government Support Is Not Enough<\/h3>\n<p>For companies already facing formal notice of a claim, arbitration proceedings, or complex multi-party supply chain disruptions, private counsel with international contract litigation experience is typically required. Atlas Legal advises corporate clients on international trade disputes from its base in Incheon Songdo, South Korea, including contract clause analysis, notice drafting, arbitration strategy, and settlement negotiation across Korean, CISG, and common law governed contracts.<\/p>\n<p>    <!-- FAQ Section --><br \/>\n    <\/p>\n<h2 id=\"section6\">6. FAQ<\/h2>\n<div class=\"faq-section\" style=\"padding: 20px; border-radius: 0; margin: 30px 0; background-color: #f5f5f5;\">\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<div class=\"faq-question\">Q1. Does a Hormuz Strait blockage automatically qualify as force majeure under South Korean law?<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-answer\">A. No, it does not qualify automatically. Whether a Hormuz Strait blockage constitutes force majeure depends on (1) the exact wording of the force majeure clause in the contract, (2) whether the blockage falls within the listed triggering events, and (3) the governing law of the contract. Under Korean Civil Act Article 390 (proviso), the debtor must show the impossibility of performance was not attributable to its own fault. Under CISG Article 79, the party must prove an impediment beyond its control that could not reasonably have been expected or overcome.<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<div class=\"faq-question\">Q2. What is the most critical step for a South Korean exporter when force majeure occurs?<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-answer\">A. The most critical step is timely notice. Korea&#8217;s Ministry of Justice (Press Release, March 11, 2026) specifically emphasized that exporters must carefully review the force majeure clause and provide notice to the counterparty without delay, in the contractually prescribed manner. Failure to give timely notice can result in the force majeure defense being rejected entirely, even if the underlying event would otherwise qualify.<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<div class=\"faq-question\">Q3. Can a South Korean importer also claim force majeure due to the Hormuz Strait crisis?<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-answer\">A. Yes. An importer can claim force majeure if the blockage makes it impossible to procure the raw materials needed to fulfill its own downstream obligations. However, the importer must demonstrate a direct causal link between the Hormuz disruption and its specific inability to perform. This causal connection is often harder to establish for importers than for exporters with direct shipping routes through the strait.<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<div class=\"faq-question\">Q4. How does CISG Article 79 apply to Hormuz Strait shipping disruptions?<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-answer\">A. CISG Article 79 exempts a party from liability for damages if it proves: (1) the failure was due to an impediment beyond its control; (2) the impediment could not reasonably have been expected at contract formation; and (3) the party could not reasonably have avoided or overcome the impediment or its consequences. Article 79(4) separately requires the party claiming exemption to notify the counterparty of the impediment and its expected duration. Failure to notify renders the claiming party liable for damages resulting from the lack of notice.<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<div class=\"faq-question\">Q5. What happens to a contract during the force majeure period under South Korean law?<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-answer\">A. Under most international contracts and general principles applicable in South Korea, performance obligations are suspended during the force majeure period. If the force majeure event continues beyond a specified period (commonly 60 to 90 days), either party may typically terminate the contract. The specific mechanics \u2014 including notice requirements and treatment of advance payments \u2014 depend on the contract terms. Parties should review their contracts carefully and document all communications during the force majeure period.<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<div class=\"faq-question\">Q6. What legal support does the South Korean government provide for companies affected by the Hormuz crisis?<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-answer\">A. Korea&#8217;s Ministry of Justice operates the Overseas Business Legal Support Group (\ud574\uc678\uc9c4\ucd9c\uae30\uc5c5 \uad6d\uc81c\ubc95\ubb34\uc9c0\uc6d0\ub2e8), which provides free legal advice \u2014 including written opinions and real-time consultations \u2014 to small and medium-sized enterprises in international trade. The group comprises over 200 external specialists including prosecutors, attorneys, foreign law advisors, and customs experts. Applications can be submitted at www.9988law.com. (Source: Korea Ministry of Justice Press Release, March 11, 2026.)<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<div class=\"faq-question\">Q7. If force majeure is rejected, what liabilities does a South Korean company face?<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-answer\">A. If the force majeure defense fails, the company may face: (1) damages for breach of contract, (2) payment of liquidated damages (delay penalties) specified in the contract, (3) contract termination and repayment of advance payments, and (4) arbitration or foreign court proceedings under the dispute resolution clause. Given that international arbitration costs can be substantial, early legal review of the force majeure clause is far more cost-effective than managing a full arbitration.<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>    <!-- Experience statement --><\/p>\n<p>Atlas Legal advises Korean and international corporate clients on cross-border contract disputes from its office in Incheon Songdo, South Korea. The firm&#8217;s experience spans international contract review, force majeure notice drafting, and arbitration proceedings under Korean law, CISG, and common law-governed agreements.<\/p>\n<p class=\"disclaimer\" style=\"margin: 20px 0;\">\u203b This post is based on the Korea Ministry of Justice Press Release dated March 11, 2026 (International Legal Affairs Division), publicly available law (Korean Civil Act Article 390; CISG Article 79), and general international contract practice. It is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. The applicable analysis varies significantly depending on the specific contract terms, governing law, and factual circumstances of each case. Companies facing live disputes should seek independent legal advice promptly.<\/p>\n<p>    <!-- Author Box --><\/p>\n<div class=\"author-box\" style=\"background-color: #f8f9fa; padding: 20px; border-radius: 0; margin-top: 30px; border-left: 2px solid #722f37;\">\n<h3>About the Author<\/h3>\n<div class=\"author-name\">Taejin Kim | Managing Attorney<\/div>\n<div class=\"author-info\">Corporate Advisory, Corporate Disputes &#038; Corporate Criminal Defense<\/div>\n<div class=\"author-info\">Former Prosecutor | 33rd Class, Judicial Research and Training Institute<\/div>\n<div class=\"author-info\">Atlas Legal | Incheon Songdo, South Korea<\/div>\n<div class=\"author-info\">LL.B. &amp; LL.M. in Criminal Law, Korea University | LL.M., University of California, Davis<\/div>\n<p>        <a href=\"https:\/\/atlaw.kr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Visit Atlas Legal Website<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents 1. 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