Section 4

Procedure for issuing AEO certificates

4.2 Return of application:

4.2.1 If application is incomplete or deficient, the applicant will be suitably informed within 30 days of the receipt.

4.2.2 In following cases, the application will not be processed until the deficiencies, as indicated, are rectified:

i. Which is incomplete - This may be resubmitted with the complete information.

ii. Where the application has not been made by a legal person - This can only be resubmitted by the concerned legal entity.

iii. Where no responsible person is nominated as the Point of Contact - This can only be resubmitted when the applicant nominates a responsible person who will be the point of contact for the AEO Programme.

iv. Where the applicant is subject to bankruptcy proceedings at the time the application is made - This may be resubmitted when the applicant becomes solvent.

v. Where a previously granted AEO status has been revoked -This may not be resubmitted until the period as prescribed in paragraph 5.7.3 has elapsed after the date of revocation.