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Authorised Economic Operator Programme
October 26 , 2025
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- The Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) Programme is a voluntary trade facilitation initiative under the World Customs Organization’s (WCO) SAFE Framework.
- It was implemented by Indian Customs under the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) on July 22, 2016.
- The programme recognises trusted traders who comply with customs laws and maintain secure international supply chains.
- It aims to enhance supply chain security, promote ease of doing business, and provide customs facilitation benefits to importers, exporters, logistics providers, and warehouse operators.
- AEO certification has three tiers: AEO-T1, AEO-T2, and AEO-T3, with additional AEO-LO for logistics and other operators.
- The programme provides faster customs clearance, deferred duty payments, global recognition through Mutual Recognition Agreements, and simplified trade compliance.
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