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TR Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) Status
The Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) Status is a system that provides significant advantages in international trade to companies that have proven their reliability and legal compliance. Based on the standards set by the World Customs Organization, this status aims to enhance transparency in commercial processes while ensuring the security of the supply chain. In Turkey, the AEO status is granted by the General Directorate of Customs under the Ministry of Trade and offers companies numerous operational simplifications.
At Customs Pro, we provide comprehensive consultancy services throughout the entire AEO application process and beyond. Before the application, we assess your company’s readiness and guide you in identifying and addressing any deficiencies. We offer both technical and administrative support during the preparation of your application file to ensure full compliance with customs legislation and a smooth application process. We also help you prepare for audits and offer strategic solutions to mitigate potential risks. After obtaining the certificate, we continue to support you with the sustainability of the status—ensuring regular reporting, compliance with regulatory changes, and monitoring of current practices.
By supporting you in managing the AEO process securely, we help you achieve a stronger and more competitive position in international trade. With our experienced team, we aim to simplify your operations by offering tailored solutions that meet your specific needs.
After obtaining the Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) certificate, companies are required to undergo periodic audit processes to maintain their status. At the end of the five-year period, the renewal of the AEO certificate requires the completion of both a pre-audit and an on-site monitoring process.
These monitoring processes help ensure that your company can implement the necessary improvements to retain its AEO status and quickly adapt to changes in customs regulations. At Customs Pro, we provide guidance throughout both processes by supporting the accurate preparation of all required documents and reports for the renewal of your AEO certificate. In this way, we minimize potential challenges in your foreign trade operations and help you continue benefiting from the advantages of AEO without interruption.
Companies holding Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) status are required to conduct annual declaration checks on a regular basis. These checks must cover at least 5% of the total number of customs declarations registered on behalf of the company for the year, and the number of declarations reviewed cannot be less than 50. Following the review, an Ek-22A/B report, as issued by the Ministry of Trade, must be prepared and archived accordingly.
At Customs Pro, we assist you in managing these audits professionally in accordance with relevant legislation and regulations. Declaration checks are carried out in full compliance with customs law, ensuring that your reports are prepared accurately and completely. This not only helps maintain the continuity of your AEO certificate but also enhances the security and efficiency of your customs operations.
Our company provides professional support in the preparation of the goods movement report. This service is of critical importance for companies holding AEO status, as annual declaration checks and the monitoring of goods movements are required to maintain the sustainability of the AEO certificate. In the preparation of the goods movement report, we meticulously review your company’s order, inventory, and customs records. By collecting all necessary data, we analyze your goods movements in detail and prepare your report accurately, completely, and on time. In this way, we help your company fulfill its legal obligations while increasing efficiency in customs procedures. By meeting the requirements of your AEO certificate, we ensure the smooth and orderly continuation of your foreign trade operations.
Within the scope of the Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) status, a field audit is the process of thoroughly and on-site evaluating a company's compliance with customs legislation. This audit is critically important for maintaining the continuity of the AEO certificate, as the status requires companies to conduct their customs operations in a secure, efficient, and transparent manner. The field audit includes the on-site inspection of security measures, internal control systems, customs procedures, goods movements, inventory records, and other operational documents.
As part of this service, we assess the effectiveness of internal audits, security measures, and procedures to ensure that customs operations are functioning properly. We also identify any deficiencies or non-compliances and provide corrective recommendations and guidance to help maintain the advantages of the company’s AEO certificate.
The sustainability of the Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) certificate is not only ensured by meeting the initial requirements at the time of application but also by maintaining and improving those standards over time. To preserve the continuity of this status, companies must consistently comply with regulatory changes and promptly report any alterations in their business processes to the relevant authorities. Furthermore, any changes in company structure, the opening of new facilities, or updates to operational processes must be immediately reported to the Ministry of Trade. Failure to do so may result in the suspension or cancellation of the AEO certificate.
Our company provides comprehensive consultancy services to ensure the sustainability of your AEO certificate. These services include accurately reporting organizational changes and process updates to the Ministry, conducting regular internal audits, and tracking developments in customs legislation. We also offer ongoing guidance to ensure your company’s operational procedures remain in line with AEO standards.
We help your business quickly adapt to changing regulations, assist in the restructuring of internal procedures as needed, and take all necessary steps to preserve the advantages of the AEO status. In doing so, we ensure your company continues to benefit from the privileges of the AEO certificate, making your international trade operations more secure and efficient.
