The Indian government has issued 5,892 Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) certificates as of June 2025 to significantly speed up exports and imports. This initiative offers AEO certificate holders various benefits, including higher facilitation for consignments, direct port access, automated clearance, and relaxed bank guarantee norms. The scheme also facilitates global trade through Mutual Recognition Arrangements with other countries, making Indian exports more competitive.
Several initiatives taken by the Government to fast-track exports and imports
5,892 Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) certificates issued as on 30th June, 2025
The Government of India has taken many steps to fast-track exports and imports under the Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) framework.
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FAQ :
As of 30th June 2025, a total of 5,892 Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) certificates have been issued.
AEO certificate holders receive higher facilitation for import and export consignments, facility of Direct Port Delivery/Entry, automated clearance, deferred payment options for higher tiers, relaxed bank guarantee norms, and recognition by Partner Government Agencies.
AEO certificate holders benefit from trade facilitation support from foreign customs administrations with whom India has signed Mutual Recognition Arrangements (MRAs), leading to faster cargo release, fewer inspections, and expedited customs clearance in partner countries.
The government has relaxed accreditation processes and rationalized application requirements for MSMEs. Norms for submitting bank guarantees have also been relaxed for AEO certificate holder MSMEs to increase their participation.
Yes, the government has conducted over 60 outreach programmes across the country in the last three years, with a focus on MSMEs, and organised global and national conferences to raise awareness about the AEO programme.