What is AEO status and why is it important?

What is AEO status?
AEO stands for Authorized Economic Operator. The AEO is a customs and security certificate used within the EU and granted by customs authorities. To obtain Authorized Economic Operator status, several security criteria must be met. These criteria are based on the Community Customs Code and its implementing regulations.

Advantages AEO certification
The AEO certificate offers many advantages in international trade. For example, AEO-certified companies are subjected to less stringent inspections in cross-border trade, thus avoiding delays at the borders. An AEO-certified company is also given priority during inspections and goods and documents are subjected to fewer inspections. In addition, it may specify the location at which the goods are inspected.

Rotra AEO certified
Rotra is AEO (Authorized Economic Operator) certified. This means that goods pass customs inspections more easily and the logistics process runs smoothly when you book your worldwide shipments with Rotra. AEO status applies throughout the EU. In other EU countries, you therefore also benefit directly.

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