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Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) Programmes - Global Standards

International (97+ countries)
vOngoing (WCO SAFE-based)
5 domains
36 controls

Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) programmes are globally implemented supply chain security and trade facilitation initiatives based on the WCO SAFE Framework. Over 97 countries operate AEO programmes. AEO status is granted to economic operators (importers, exporters, customs brokers, carriers, warehouse operators) that demonstrate compliance with customs requirements, financial solvency, and supply chain security standards. Mutual recognition arrangements (MRAs) between countries provide reciprocal AEO benefits. Key programmes include EU AEO, US C-TPAT, Japan AEO, China AEO, and Australia Trusted Trader.

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Framework Domains (5)

AEO Eligibility and Compliance

15 controls

Eligibility, compliance, records, validation and governance conditions for AEO status.

Controls in the AEO Eligibility and Compliance domain of Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) Programmes - Global Standards15 controls
CodeTitle
AEO-1AEO programme eligibility and legal basis
AEO-13Self-assessment and internal audit
AEO-14Customs procedures and declaration accuracy
AEO-15Mutual recognition arrangements
AEO-16AEO validation and re-validation
AEO-17Notification of changes
AEO-18Trade facilitation benefits realisation
AEO-19Suspension, withdrawal and revocation
AEO-2Customs compliance record
AEO-20AEO governance and accountability
AEO-21Customs broker and forwarder oversight
AEO-22Sanctions and restricted party screening
AEO-23Documentation accuracy and tariff classification
AEO-3Commercial and transport records system
AEO-4Financial solvency

AEO Security Requirements

8 controls

Security and safety requirements an AEO must meet across premises, cargo, personnel, IT and partners.

Controls in the AEO Security Requirements domain of Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) Programmes - Global Standards8 controls
CodeTitle
AEO-10Security training and awareness
AEO-11Risk management and threat assessment
AEO-12Crisis management and incident recovery
AEO-5Premises security and safety standards
AEO-6Cargo security and conveyance integrity
AEO-7Business partner security
AEO-8Personnel security
AEO-9Information security and IT systems

WCO SAFE Pillar 1 - Customs-to-Customs

4 controls

SAFE Pillar 1 standards governing Customs-to-Customs network arrangements.

Controls in the WCO SAFE Pillar 1 - Customs-to-Customs domain of Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) Programmes - Global Standards4 controls
CodeTitle
P1-S1Advance electronic information
P1-S2Risk management
P1-S3Outbound inspection
P1-S4Mutual recognition (Customs-to-Customs)

WCO SAFE Pillar 2 - Customs-to-Business

6 controls

SAFE Pillar 2 standards governing Customs-to-Business partnerships (the AEO programme).

Controls in the WCO SAFE Pillar 2 - Customs-to-Business domain of Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) Programmes - Global Standards6 controls
CodeTitle
P2-S1Partnership programme (AEO)
P2-S2Security standards
P2-S3Authorization and validation
P2-S4Technology utilization
P2-S5Communication
P2-S6Trade facilitation benefits

WCO SAFE Pillar 3 - Customs-to-Government

3 controls

SAFE Pillar 3 standards governing Customs-to-other-Government-agencies cooperation.

Controls in the WCO SAFE Pillar 3 - Customs-to-Government domain of Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) Programmes - Global Standards3 controls
CodeTitle
P3-S1Inter-agency cooperation
P3-S2Single window facilitation
P3-S3Data sharing

Your Compliance Coverage

If you comply with Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) Programmes - Global Standards, you already cover:

Maps to 178 other frameworks

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8%
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8%
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8%
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8%
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3 source controls mapped|2 target controls covered
8%
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8%
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3 source controls mapped|3 target controls covered
8%
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8%
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8%
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3 source controls mapped|3 target controls covered
8%
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8%
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8%
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8%
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3 source controls mapped|6 target controls covered
8%
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6%
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6%
6%
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6%
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6%
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6%
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6%
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3%
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1 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered
3%
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1 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered
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3%
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1 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered
3%
IEC 62351 - Power Systems Communication Security
1 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered
3%
ISO 27043
1 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered
3%
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1 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered
3%
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1 source controls mapped|2 target controls covered
3%
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1 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered
3%
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3%
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1 source controls mapped|2 target controls covered
3%
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1 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered
3%
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1 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered
3%
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1 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered
3%
3%
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1 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered
3%
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1 source controls mapped|2 target controls covered
3%
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1 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered
3%
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1 source controls mapped|3 target controls covered
3%
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1 source controls mapped|3 target controls covered
3%
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1 source controls mapped|2 target controls covered
3%
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3%
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1 source controls mapped|3 target controls covered
3%
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1 source controls mapped|3 target controls covered
3%
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1 source controls mapped|2 target controls covered
3%
ISO/IEC 38500:2024 - Governance of IT
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3%
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3%
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1 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered
3%
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1 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered
3%
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1 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered
3%
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1 source controls mapped|3 target controls covered
3%
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1 source controls mapped|2 target controls covered
3%
ISO/IEC 27031:2011
1 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered
3%
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3%
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1 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered
3%
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1 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered
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1 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered
3%
ISO/IEC 29147:2018
1 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered
3%
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1 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered
3%
NIST SP 800-53 Revision 5.1 HIGH
1 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered
3%
FedRAMP Moderate
1 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered
3%
NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5 MODERATE
1 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered
3%
NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5 LOW
1 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered
3%
SANS Incident Handler's Handbook and PICERL Methodology
1 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered
3%
AICPA Privacy Management Framework (PMF)
1 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) Programmes - Global Standards?

Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) Programmes - Global Standards is a compliance framework from International (97+ countries) with 5 domains and 36 controls. Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) programmes are globally implemented supply chain security and trade facilitation initiatives based on the WCO SAFE Framework. Over 97 countries operate AEO programmes. AEO status is granted to economic operators (importers, exporters, customs brokers, carriers, warehouse operators) that demonstrate compliance with customs requirements, financial solvency, and supply chain security standards. Mutual recognition arrangements (MRAs) between countries provide reciprocal AEO benefits. Key programmes include EU AEO, US C-TPAT, Japan AEO, China AEO, and Australia Trusted Trader. It is used by organisations to establish and maintain compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

How many controls does Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) Programmes - Global Standards have?

Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) Programmes - Global Standards has 36 controls organised across 5 domains. The largest domains are AEO Eligibility and Compliance (15 controls), AEO Security Requirements (8 controls), WCO SAFE Pillar 2 - Customs-to-Business (6 controls). Each control defines specific requirements that organisations must implement to achieve compliance.

What frameworks does Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) Programmes - Global Standards map to?

Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) Programmes - Global Standards maps to 178 other compliance frameworks. The top mapping partners are NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0 (25% coverage), NIST SP 800-171A Rev 3 - Assessing CUI Security Requirements (19% coverage), NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5 (19% coverage). Use our comparison tool to explore control-level mappings between frameworks.

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