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AEO T1 / T2 / T3 / LO Certification

Turnkey advisory, internal security audits, and CBIC portal documentation to achieve prestigious Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) status for seamless customs clearance, deferred duties, and Direct Port Delivery (DPD).

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What is AEO (Authorized Economic Operator) Certification?

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WCO SAFE Framework & CBIC Customs Facilitation AEO Program CBIC

The Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) program is a flagship trade facilitation scheme administered by the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) under the World Customs Organization (WCO) SAFE Framework of Standards. It recognizes secure, reliable, and compliant supply chain operators in international trade.

AEO certified enterprises enjoy tremendous commercial advantages, including green-channel customs clearance, waiver of bank guarantees, expedited dispute settlement, Direct Port Delivery (DPD), Direct Port Entry (DPE), deferred customs duty payment, and reciprocal benefits in countries with Mutual Recognition Agreements (MRA) like the USA, Japan, Korea, and UAE.

Green Channel Clearance

Drastically lower cargo examination rates at sea ports, air cargo complexes, and Inland Container Depots (ICDs).

Deferred Duty & BG Waiver

Waiver of up to 100% bank guarantees in customs proceedings and 14-day deferred duty payment facility.

Tier Structure

AEO Program Tiers & Eligibility

CBIC offers four tailored tiers based on business activity and compliance rigor:

AEO Tier-1 (T1)
For Importers & Exporters. Pure document-based verification without physical on-site audit. Fast-track 15-30 days approval.
AEO Tier-2 (T2)
For Importers & Exporters with on-site physical security validation. Grants DPD, deferred duty & international MRA recognition.
AEO Tier-3 (T3)
Highest tier for continuous AEO-T2 holders (2+ years). Zero physical examination and immediate out-of-charge clearance.
AEO Logistics Operator (LO)
For Customs Brokers, Logistics Service Providers, Freight Forwarders, CFS/ICD Operators, and Port Terminals.
AEO FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

The applicant must hold an active IEC code, have handled at least 25 customs documents (Bills of Entry/Shipping Bills) in the preceding financial year, maintain a clean track record with Customs/GST/DRI for the last 3 years, and demonstrate financial solvency.

Lockene conducts a pre-audit gap analysis, prepares statutory Annexures and Safety/Security Manuals, files the online application on the AEO portal, liaises with the Customs AEO Cell, and supports your team through the physical site inspection (for T2/LO).
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Expedited AEO-T1, T2, T3 or LO tier consulting with Indian Customs (CBIC).


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