Who can join?

Traders eligible to apply for AEO status include importers, exporters, certified customs brokers, bonded area operators, bonded transportation companies, forwarders and shipping companies amongst others.   

**Excludes foreign entities registered or licensed in terms of the Customs & Excise Act No. 91 of 1964

How to join?

To join the AEO Programme you need to meet the followiing criteria:

• Appropriate record of compliance with customs and excise procedures
• Computer systems, Operational Procedures and Processes
• Sufficient Knowledge
• Financial Resources
• Compliance with WCO supply chain security standards (AEO-S)

For more information on the criteria, click here. 
 

Application Process

·         More information on the step by step guide

·         Documents required for AEO application process

Benefits awarded to accredited AEO clients