Check if Authorised Economic Operator status could benefit you
Where the AEO status is recognised
Guide
If you have Authorised Economic Operator Security and Safety status you can benefit from Mutual Recognition Arrangements (MRAs). The UK negotiates MRAs with other customs authorities.
The UK has negotiated arrangements with:
- the European Union
- Japan
- the People’s Republic of China
- the United States of America
- Switzerland
- New Zealand
- Republic of Singapore
The UK is working towards having arrangements in place with other partners, please continue to check this page for further updates.
The benefits can include:
- faster clearance at the frontier
- less interventions
- lower risk scores