AEO Profile
| Program Status: | Operational AEO Programme | Program Title: | AEO |
| Scope: | Import/Export | Types of Operator: | Whole supply chain |
| AEO List Published? | Yes |
AEO Benefits
| o Lower risk that flow of goods into and out of Switzerland will be stopped for security examination; o Possibility to request a specific place for customs security checks; o Facilitations in the form of a reduced number of data to provide in the summary declarations; o Lower controls for paper-based security inspections (audit) and physical security inspections; o Advanced notice on inspections when it does not jeopardize customs security controls. When necessary a physical security control may be performed even though no prior notification of inspection was given; o Priority treatment; o Mutual recognition. Indirect benefits: o Reduced theft and losses; o Fewer delayed shipments; o Improved planning; o Improved employee commitment; o Reduced security and safety incidents; o Lower inspection costs of suppliers and increased cooperation; o Reduced crime and vandalism; o Reduced problems through recognition of employees; o Improved security and communication between supply chain partners. |
Mutual Recognition Agreements:
| China, European Union, Norway |
Certifying Authorities:
No certification authority
Source: World Customs Organization: Compendium of Authorized Economic Operator Programmmes 2018 edition.