AEO T3 Certification

For a customized and attractive quotation, please contact with your product details to Rekha Atri (+91 98118 03136) or Aditi Sharma (+91 78348 22004).

Overview: 

AEO-T3 represents the most advanced level of customs facilitation under the Authorized Economic Operator programme. It is granted to organizations that consistently demonstrate: 

• Long-standing compliance with customs laws. 

• Strong financial solvency. 

• Documented and audited internal control systems. 

• Advanced physical, personnel and IT security measures. 

Businesses holding AEO-T3 status are categorized as extremely low-risk, allowing customs authorities to process consignments with minimal or no examination, thereby accelerating international trade operations. 

Benefits: 

An AEO-T3 certified business receives the highest level of operational and compliance benefits, including: 

• Fastest possible customs clearance for import and export consignments. 

• Near-zero physical examination and document checks. 

• Top-priority processing at all customs locations. 

• Maximum reduction or waiver of Bank Guarantee requirements. 

• 24×7 customs clearance without overtime charges. 

• Dedicated client relationship and facilitation support. 

• Significantly reduced dwell time, demurrage and detention costs. 

• Higher credibility with global trade partners and logistics providers. 

• Improved supply chain predictability and operational efficiency. 

These benefits translate into substantial cost savings and smoother international trade operations. 

Documents Required: 

AEO-T3 certification requires comprehensive documentation to demonstrate advanced compliance maturity and security readiness. The commonly required documents include: 

• Importer Exporter Code (IEC). 

• GST registration and PAN. 

• Business constitution documents. 

• Detailed import/export transaction history. 

• Audited financial statements and solvency records. 

• Comprehensive process flow of trade operations. 

• Internal compliance manuals and SOPs. 

• Risk management and internal audit reports. 

• Physical security, access control and surveillance details. 

• IT security and data protection policies. 

• Recordkeeping and document retention systems. 

• Completed self assessment questionnaires and declarations. 

All documentation is submitted online as part of the application. 

Fees and Timelines: 

Fees: 

• There is no separate government application fee for AEO-T3 certification. 

• For a customised professional fee quotation, contact:  
  Rekha Atri: +91 98118 03136.  
  Aditi Sharma: +91 78348 22004.      

Timelines: 

• AEO-T3 certification typically takes 90 to 120 days, depending on business size, operational complexity, and verification requirements. 

• Timelines may extend if additional site visits or clarifications are required. 

Process to Apply: 

The AEO-T3 application process is structured and conducted online: 

• Advanced internal readiness and gap assessment. 

• Online registration on the AEO application portal. 

• Filling the AEO-T3 application form with detailed annexures. 

• Uploading extensive supporting documents. 

• Comprehensive verification, including on-site or virtual audits. 

• Submission of clarifications, if requested. 

• Issuance of AEO-T3 certificate upon successful evaluation. 

After certification, businesses are expected to maintain continuous compliance and undergo periodic reviews.