
AEO-T1 Certification
AEO T1 Certification is the first level of the AEO programme targeting importers and exporters, ensuring secure and efficient international trade.
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and LO Certification
From the first eligibility check to the final certificate, ELT Corporate guides importers, exporters and logistics operators through every step of the AEO programme.
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Four certifications, one trusted partner. Pick the tier that fits your business.

AEO T1 Certification is the first level of the AEO programme targeting importers and exporters, ensuring secure and efficient international trade.
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AEO T2 certification increases security and efficiency for businesses with higher compliance and documentation requirements.
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AEO T3 is the highest tier under India's AEO Programme for eligible T2-certified businesses with strong compliance and supply chain security practices.
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AEO LO Certification is designed for logistics service providers, customs brokers, warehouse operators and other qualifying supply chain operators.
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Key differences between the AEO tiers, based on CBIC guidelines.
| Feature | AEO-T1 | AEO-T2 | AEO-T3 | AEO-LO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Who it is for | Importers & exporters | Importers & exporters | AEO-T2 holders (2 years) | Brokers, logistics, custodians, warehouses |
| On-site verification | No | Yes | Not again, if T2 held 2 years | Yes |
| Bank guarantee | Reduced to 50% | Reduced to 25% | Nil | Waivers by operator type |
| Deferred duty payment | No | Yes | Yes | - |
| Refunds / rebates | Standard | Within 45 days | Within 30 days | - |
| MSME relaxation | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Validity | Continuous (annual self-declaration) | 3 years | 5 years | 5 years |
Indicative summary. CBIC decides final eligibility and benefits for every application.
HOW WE WORK
The same clear, step-by-step method, whichever certificate you need.

WHY ELT CORPORATE
Deep knowledge of CBIC rules, a practical approach and support that continues after you are certified.
OUR CLIENTS
Importers, exporters and logistics operators across India trust ELT Corporate for AEO certification.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Importers and exporters start with AEO-T1 or AEO-T2, and move to AEO-T3 after holding AEO-T2 for two years. Customs brokers, logistics providers, custodians and warehouse operators apply for AEO-LO. Our free eligibility quiz on the home page gives a quick answer.
Yes. An eligible importer or exporter can apply directly for AEO-T2; it adds on-site verification of premises and security systems.
CBIC does not charge a government fee for the AEO application.
Yes. For AEO-T1 and AEO-T2, eligible MSMEs need business activity in 2 financial years (instead of 3) and 10 Bills of Entry or Shipping Bills (instead of 25).
AEO-T1 is continuous with an annual self-declaration, AEO-T2 is valid for 3 years, and AEO-T3 and AEO-LO are valid for 5 years.
Yes. We are based in Rohini, Delhi and work with businesses across India over phone, email and video calls.
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