AEO General Eligibility Requirements

These define the standards businesses must meet to participate in the Nigeria Customs Service Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) program.

• An Applicant for AEO certification must be an Economic Operator in the International supply chain.
• The applying entity must be registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), with a registration period of at least 5 years for AEO Security and Safety (AEO-S) and a minimum of 3 years for AEO Customs Simplification (AEO-C) in Nigeria.
• The company must hold a valid Tax Clearance Certificate, with a minimum coverage of 5 years for AEO Security and Safety (AEO-S) and at least 3 years for AEO Customs Simplification (AEO-C) in Nigeria.
• The company must provide an audited financial report, covering a minimum of 5 years for AEO Security and Safety (AEO-S) and at least 3 years for AEO Customs Simplification (AEO-C).
• Relevant Operational Licenses (where applicable).
• Other Relevant Regulatory Certifications (SON, NAFDAC etc.).