AEO- T1 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-T1 is the entry-level certification under India’s Authorized Economic Operator programme. It is designed for importers and exporters who demonstrate: 

• A satisfactory history of customs compliance. 

• Proper record-keeping systems. 

• Financial solvency. 

• Basic supply chain security controls. 

Once certified, the business is treated as a low-risk, trusted trade partner, resulting in simplified customs procedures and priority handling of consignments. 

AEO-T1 certification is ideal for businesses looking to optimize clearance time, reduce costs and strengthen their credibility in international trade. 

Benefits:

Holding an AEO-T1 certificate offers multiple operational and commercial advantages: 

• Faster customs clearance due to reduced examination and intervention. 

• Priority treatment of import and export consignments. 

• Reduced requirement of Bank Guarantee in applicable cases. 

• 24×7 customs clearance facility on request, without additional overtime charges. 

• Dedicated client relationships and facilitation support from customs authorities. 

• Improved predictability in cargo movement, reducing dwell time and logistics costs. 

• Enhanced credibility with logistics partners, customers and overseas buyers. 

These benefits help importers and exporters streamline their supply chain and remain competitive in global trade. 

Documents Required: 

The AEO-T1 application focuses on compliance history, internal controls and operational security. While exact documentation may vary based on business size and operations, the commonly required documents include: 

• Importer Exporter Code (IEC) details. 

• GST registration and PAN details. 

• Business constitution documents (MOA, AOA, Partnership Deed etc.). 

• Past import/export transaction records. 

• Financial statements or ITRs demonstrating solvency. 

• Process flow of import/export operations. 

• Premises layout or site plan. 

• Details of record-keeping systems. 

• Internal security and access control measures. 

• Self-assessment of questionnaires and declarations. 

Documents are generally processed digitally during the submission of application. 

Fees and Timelines: 

Fees: 

• There is no government application fee specifically charged for filing an AEO-T1 application.  

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

Timelines: 

• Application review and approval generally take around 30 days, provided all documents and information are complete and accurate. 

• For eligible MSME applicants, the processing timeline may be significantly shorter. 

Timelines may vary, if additional clarifications or site verification are required. 

Process to Apply: 

The AEO-T1 application process is fully online and follows a structured flow: 

• Eligibility assessment based on compliance history and operational readiness. 

• Online registration on the AEO application portal. 

• Filling the AEO-T1 application form with required annexures. 

• Uploading supporting documents and completing self-assessment. 

• Scrutiny and verification by customs authorities. 

• Responding to queries, if raised. 

• Issuance of AEO-T1 certificate upon approval. 

After certification, the applicant must continue to maintain compliance and operational standards.