AEO status is a certified standard issued by customs administrations in the EU.  It certifies that a business has met certain standards in relation to their security, management systems, compliance with customs rules and ongoing solvency.

CustomsMatters & AEO
CustomsMatters were awarded AEO status in 2009 and are the only dedicated Customs service provider to be awarded this status in Ireland.
The award of this authorisation which is accepted in 27 member states was a significant milestone for CustomsMatters as we are the sole indigenous full customs service provider to be awarded this prestigious marque.

Advantages of AEO:

• AEO's will be given a lower risk score in risk analysis systems when profiling;
• If physical controls are to be conducted AEO's will be given priority treatment;
• Mutual recognition of AEO programmes under Joint Customs Co-operation Agreements could result in faster movement of their goods through third country borders;
• Reduced data sets for entry and exit summary declarations - only for AEO safety and security;
• AEO's will be in a stronger position to benefit from simplified procedures.

As a consequence of increasing their safety and security standards, traders may also benefit from the following:

• reduced theft and losses;
• fewer delayed shipments;
• improved planning;
• improved customer loyalty;
• reduced security and safety incidents;
• reduced crime and vandalism;
• improved security and communication between supply chain partners.

For further details on AEO, please contact us at +353 1 842 8255 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .