Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) Programmes — Global Standards
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 (4)
AEO Eligibility and Compliance Criteria
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| AEO-1 | Compliance Record |
| AEO-2 | Financial Viability |
| AEO-3 | Commercial Records Management |
| AEO-4 | Supply Chain Security |
| AEO-5 | Personnel Security |
Pillar 1 — Customs-to-Customs Network Arrangements
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| P1-S1 | Advance Electronic Information |
| P1-S2 | Risk Management |
| P1-S3 | Outbound Inspection |
| P1-S4 | Mutual Recognition |
Pillar 2 — Customs-to-Business Partnerships
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| P2-S1 | Partnership Programme |
| P2-S2 | Security Standards |
| P2-S3 | Authorization and Validation |
| P2-S4 | Technology Utilization |
| P2-S5 | Communication |
| P2-S6 | Trade Facilitation Benefits |
Pillar 3 — Customs-to-Government Cooperation
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| P3-S1 | Inter-Agency Cooperation |
| P3-S2 | Single Window Facilitation |
| P3-S3 | Data Sharing |
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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 4 domains and 18 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 18 controls organised across 4 domains. The largest domains are Pillar 2 — Customs-to-Business Partnerships (6 controls), AEO Eligibility and Compliance Criteria (5 controls), Pillar 1 — Customs-to-Customs Network Arrangements (4 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 570 other compliance frameworks. The top mapping partners are WCO Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) Framework (44% coverage), WCO SAFE Framework of Standards to Secure and Facilitate Global Trade (2021) (44% coverage), Singapore Government Instruction Manual on ICT&SS Management (IM8) (44% coverage). Use our comparison tool to explore control-level mappings between frameworks.
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