WCO SAFE Framework of Standards to Secure and Facilitate Global Trade (2021)
The World Customs Organization (WCO) SAFE Framework of Standards (originally adopted 2005, updated 2021) establishes standards for supply chain security and facilitation of international trade. Three pillars: Customs-to-Customs (C2C), Customs-to-Business (C2B), and Customs-to-Other Government Agencies (C2OGA). Implemented by 177 WCO member countries. Key elements include advance electronic cargo information, risk management, non-intrusive inspection, Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) programmes, and mutual recognition arrangements.
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Framework Domains (2)
AEO and Facilitation
Authorised Economic Operator and trade facilitation
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| WCO-SAFE-AF-01 | AEO Programme Standards |
| WCO-SAFE-AF-02 | Mutual Recognition |
| WCO-SAFE-AF-03 | Trade Facilitation |
Supply Chain Security
Customs security and risk management
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| AEO-SC-1 | Cargo Security |
| AEO-SC-2 | Conveyance Security |
| AEO-SC-3 | Premises Security |
| AEO-SC-4 | Trading Partner Security |
| CTPAT-SCS-01 | Physical Security |
| CTPAT-SCS-02 | Personnel Security |
| CTPAT-SCS-03 | Conveyance and Cargo Security |
| EU-CHIPS-SUP-01 | Supply Chain Monitoring |
| EU-CHIPS-SUP-02 | Crisis Assessment and Response |
| EU-CHIPS-SUP-03 | International Partnerships |
| EU-CRMA-SUP-01 | Strategic Benchmarks |
| EU-CRMA-SUP-02 | Strategic Projects Recognition |
| EU-CRMA-SUP-03 | Supply Chain Monitoring |
| NIS2-IA-7 | Supply Chain Security Policy |
| NIS2-IA-8 | Supplier Security Assessment |
| NRF-4 | Supply Chain Risk Identification |
| NRF-5 | Third-Party Partner Standards |
| NRF-6 | Vendor Risk Management |
| UKTSA-SC-01 | Supply Chain Risk Assessment |
| UKTSA-SC-02 | High-Risk Vendor Restrictions |
| UKTSA-SC-03 | Vendor Diversification |
| UKTSA-SC-04 | Third-Party Access Controls |
| WCO-SAFE-SCS-01 | Advance Electronic Information |
| WCO-SAFE-SCS-02 | Risk Management |
| WCO-SAFE-SCS-03 | Non-Intrusive Inspection |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is WCO SAFE Framework of Standards to Secure and Facilitate Global Trade (2021)?
WCO SAFE Framework of Standards to Secure and Facilitate Global Trade (2021) is a compliance framework from International (WCO — 184 members) with 2 domains and 28 controls. The World Customs Organization (WCO) SAFE Framework of Standards (originally adopted 2005, updated 2021) establishes standards for supply chain security and facilitation of international trade. Three pillars: Customs-to-Customs (C2C), Customs-to-Business (C2B), and Customs-to-Other Government Agencies (C2OGA). Implemented by 177 WCO member countries. Key elements include advance electronic cargo information, risk management, non-intrusive inspection, Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) programmes, and mutual recognition arrangements. It is used by organisations to establish and maintain compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
How many controls does WCO SAFE Framework of Standards to Secure and Facilitate Global Trade (2021) have?
WCO SAFE Framework of Standards to Secure and Facilitate Global Trade (2021) has 28 controls organised across 2 domains. The largest domains are Supply Chain Security (25 controls), AEO and Facilitation (3 controls). Each control defines specific requirements that organisations must implement to achieve compliance.
What frameworks does WCO SAFE Framework of Standards to Secure and Facilitate Global Trade (2021) map to?
WCO SAFE Framework of Standards to Secure and Facilitate Global Trade (2021) maps to 558 other compliance frameworks. The top mapping partners are WCO Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) Framework (43% coverage), PAS 1192-5:2015 — Security-Minded Approach to BIM and Digital Built Environments (39% coverage), Canada ITSG-33 — IT Security Risk Management (39% coverage). Use our comparison tool to explore control-level mappings between frameworks.
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