AUTHORISED ECONOMIC OPERATOR
AEO-LO Certification Consultants
AEO certification for customs brokers, logistics service providers, custodians, terminal operators and warehouse operators, with expert guidance from eligibility check to certificate.
- Customs BrokersLicence and solvency benefits
- Logistics ProvidersSmoother transhipment
- Custodians & TerminalsLonger approvals, no BG
- Warehouse OperatorsFaster warehouse approvals
Secure Supply Chain.
ABOUT AEO-LO CERTIFICATION
What is AEO-LO Certification?
AEO-LO (Authorised Economic Operator - Logistics Operator) is the AEO certification for supply-chain businesses other than importers and exporters. It covers customs brokers, logistics service providers, custodians, terminal operators and warehouse operators under the AEO programme run by CBIC.
It recognises operators that handle cargo securely and stay compliant, and it gives each type of operator its own facilitation. Because importers and exporters gain when their partners are AEO certified, it also makes you a preferred partner in the supply chain.
- Who is it for?Customs brokers, logistics providers, custodians, terminal and warehouse operators.
- ValidityThe AEO-LO certificate is valid for 5 years.
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KEY BENEFITS
Key Benefits of AEO-LO Certification
- Custodians: No Bank Guarantee Waiver under the Handling of Cargo in Customs Area Regulations.
- Custodians: 10-Year Approval Approval can be extended for up to 10 years.
- Brokers: Solvency Waiver No separate solvency certificate needed.
- Brokers: Licence Validity Licence stays valid alongside AEO status.
- Warehouses: Faster Approval Quicker approval of new warehouses.
- Warehouses: Lower Guarantee Reduced bank guarantee on duty liability.
- LSPs: Transhipment Ease Bank guarantee waiver for transhipment of goods.
- Preferred AEO Partner Importers and exporters prefer AEO-certified partners.
- Global Recognition Recognition under India's MRAs.
- Verified Security Supply-chain security checked on site.
- Dedicated Customs Contact A point of contact for AEO entities.
- Trusted-Operator Status Stronger credibility with customs and clients.
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ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Who Can Apply for AEO-LO?
- Customs brokers
- Business established in India
- Logistics service providers and freight forwarders
- Business activity in the last 3 financial years
- Custodians and terminal operators (ports, ICDs, CFSs, air cargo)
- Clean legal and customs compliance record
- Warehouse operators
- Financial solvency and security systems ready for on-site verification
AEO-T1, T2 and T3 are only for importers and exporters; every other supply-chain operator applies under AEO-LO. The MSME relaxation does not apply to AEO-LO.
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DOCUMENTATION
Documents Typically Required
- Licence / approval (broker, custodian, warehouse)
- Security and access-control procedures
- PAN & GST registration
- Cargo handling and record-keeping SOPs
- Company profile / business overview
- Financial statements
- Organisational structure
- Premises, CCTV and facility details
- Customs compliance records
- Staff screening and training records
- Details of business partners
- Other supporting compliance evidence
OUR PROCESS
How We Help You Get AEO-LO Certified
A clear, step-by-step process from the first call to your AEO-LO certificate.
- 01 Initial Consultation Understand your operations and goals.
- 02 Gap Assessment Review security and compliance gaps.
- 03 Documentation Support Prepare SOPs and required records.
- 04 Application Filing File the application with CBIC.
- 05 Physical Verification Support Prepare for the on-site visit.
- 06 Certification & After Get certified, with ongoing compliance support.
WHY ELT CORPORATE
Why Choose ELT Corporate for AEO-LO?
We understand how brokers, logistics providers, custodians and warehouses actually work, and we turn that into a smooth AEO-LO application.
- Deep regulatory understanding
- Logistics-sector experience
- End-to-end documentation support
- Security & verification readiness
- Timely execution
- Ongoing support after certification
Have Questions About AEO-LO Certification?
Our experts can help you understand eligibility, benefits, documentation and the certification process.
Who should apply for AEO-LO?
Customs brokers, logistics service providers, custodians, terminal operators and warehouse operators. Importers and exporters apply under AEO-T1, T2 or T3 instead.
Is physical verification involved?
Yes. AEO-LO includes on-site verification of your premises, cargo handling and security systems.
How long is AEO-LO valid?
The AEO-LO certificate is valid for 5 years.
Do the benefits differ by type of operator?
Yes. Custodians, customs brokers, warehouse operators and logistics providers each get their own facilitation, such as bank guarantee waivers, longer approvals or faster warehouse approval.
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