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.
WCO SAFE Framework of Standards to Secure and Facilitate Global Trade (2021) is a compliance framework from International (WCO — 184 members) with 9 domains and 24 controls. The largest domains are WCO SAFE Pillar 1: Customs to Customs (10 controls), WCO SAFE Pillar 2: Customs to Business (AEO) (3 controls), WCO SAFE Pillar 3: Customs to Other Government Agencies (3 controls). Every control below carries what it requires and what an assessor expects to see.
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Framework Domains (9)
ISCM
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| WCOSAFE-4 | Integrated Supply Chain Management |
P1
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| WCOSAFE-1 | Pillar 1 Customs-to-Customs |
P2
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| WCOSAFE-2 | Pillar 2 Customs-to-Business (AEO) |
P3
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| WCOSAFE-3 | Pillar 3 Customs-to-Other Government Agencies |
WCO SAFE Pillar 1: Customs to Customs
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| SAFE-P1-01 | Pillar 1: Integrated Supply Chain Management (Customs-Customs) |
| SAFE-P1-02 | Authority to Inspect Cargo and Conveyances |
| SAFE-P1-03 | Modern Technology in Inspection Equipment |
| SAFE-P1-04 | Risk Management System |
| SAFE-P1-05 | Advance Electronic Cargo Information |
| SAFE-P1-06 | Targeting and Communication |
| SAFE-P1-07 | Performance Measures |
| SAFE-P1-08 | Security Assessments |
| SAFE-P1-09 | Employee Integrity |
| SAFE-P1-10 | Outbound Security Inspections |
WCO SAFE Pillar 2: Customs to Business (AEO)
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| SAFE-P2-01 | AEO Programme (Customs-Business) |
| SAFE-P2-02 | AEO Authorisation Process |
| SAFE-P2-03 | AEO Mutual Recognition Arrangements |
WCO SAFE Pillar 3: Customs to Other Government Agencies
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| SAFE-P3-01 | Customs to Government Cooperation (Pillar 3) |
| SAFE-P3-02 | Single Window Environment |
| SAFE-P3-03 | Joint Risk Management with Other Agencies |
WCO SAFE Pillar 4: Customs to Other Stakeholders
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| SAFE-P4-01 | Customs to Other Stakeholders Cooperation (Pillar 4) |
| SAFE-P4-02 | Customs Communication and Information Sharing |
WCO SAFE: Implementation and Capacity Building
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| SAFE-CROSS-01 | Capacity Building |
| SAFE-CROSS-02 | Implementation Monitoring and Review |
What is WCO SAFE Framework of Standards to Secure and Facilitate Global Trade (2021) and who does it apply to?
WCO SAFE Framework of Standards to Secure and Facilitate Global Trade (2021) is a compliance framework from International (WCO — 184 members) with 9 domains and 24 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.
What does WCO SAFE Framework of Standards to Secure and Facilitate Global Trade (2021) actually require?
WCO SAFE Framework of Standards to Secure and Facilitate Global Trade (2021) has 24 controls organised across 9 domains. The largest domains are WCO SAFE Pillar 1: Customs to Customs (10 controls), WCO SAFE Pillar 2: Customs to Business (AEO) (3 controls), WCO SAFE Pillar 3: Customs to Other Government Agencies (3 controls). Each control defines specific requirements that organisations must implement to achieve compliance.
If I already comply with another framework, how much of WCO SAFE Framework of Standards to Secure and Facilitate Global Trade (2021) do I already cover?
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