Section I: Mutual Recognition Agreements concluded by the EU

To date, the EU has concluded and implemented Mutual Recognition of AEO programmes with Norway, Switzerland, Japan, Andorra, the US, and China. Further negotiations are underway and others will begin in the near future. Furthermore, the EU is providing technical assistance to various countries in their preparation for the establishment of AEO programmes.

Details on the various ARMs can be found on the DG TAXUD website at the following link:

http://ec.europa.eu/taxation_customs/customs/policy_issues/customs_security/index_en.htm.