Authorised Economic Operator

Customs and Excise Duty Services Part of the Global Indirect Taxes Network

Following US initiatives after 9/11 and in response to the increased focus on security within the European Community, the European Commission is operating the control of EU external borders with a new emphasis. In this respect, the European Commission introduced a new security-management model based on a harmonised risk-assessment system that will allow faster and better-targeted checks. To this end, the European Commission has initiated the Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) program. The AEO program is designed to increase focus on security measures at company level, thus helping not only to prevent a possible terrorist attack, but also to increase transparency in the supply chain and to initiate control programs using risk management tools.

How can PwC help you?
PwC has developed a systematic approach to assist companies with their compliance and admittance to the AEO program, quickly and efficiently. We can run a short readiness check as well as offer you an implementation proposal, providing you assistance in becoming certified. We can assist you in complying with the AEO requirements to formally commit to the “program”, document the current supply-chain procedures, perform a gap analysis and identify steps for enhancement. For companies who have signed up for AEO, we can provide assistance during the preparation phase and conduct periodical reviews.