The EU established its AEO Programme based on the internationally recognised standards. It is a partnership programme between the customs authority and the economic operators
Three eLearning products are available to learn more about the AEO status: the AEO eLearning module, the EU eAEO Specific Trader Portal eLearning module and the AEO eBook
Mutual Recognition of AEOs is a key element of the WCO SAFE Framework of Standards to strengthen end-to-end security of supply chains and to multiply benefits for traders
Cooperation with other competent authorities and alignment of programmes have been identified and recognised as a key element for the further development of a robust AEO programme
Economic operators established in the EU who wish to apply for the AEO status should submit the application to their AEO competent customs authority of an EU Member State
