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# What does Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) mean in logistics?

Short answer

A customs trusted-trader accreditation based on the World Customs Organization SAFE Framework. Accredited entities with a strong compliance and security record receive faster, lighter customs treatment.

India’s AEO programme is administered by CBIC, with tiers for importers and exporters (AEO-T1, T2, T3) and separate accreditation for logistics operators (AEO-LO). Benefits include fewer examinations, direct port delivery eligibility and, at higher tiers, deferred duty payment. Ask our desk how this applies to your consignment.

Period: General definition. Data as of 29 Sep 2026. [How we count](https://safeandsecure.in/facts/)

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## The numbers behind this answer

**Also called**: AEO

**Category**: EXIM & customs

**Related terms**: Direct port delivery (DPD), Customs broker, ICEGATE, Bill of entry

## Sources

1. [SSL logistics glossary](https://safeandsecure.in/glossary/#aeo)

Period: General definition. Data as of 29 Sep 2026.

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## On this site

- [Logistics glossary](https://safeandsecure.in/glossary/#aeo)
- [Authorised Economic Operator (AEO): related page](https://safeandsecure.in/services/customs-clearance/)

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