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Accredited Carrier Programs

At international border crossings, customs and inspection resources are perpetually constrained.

Last updated: 8 June 2026Published: 19 June 2025

Source: https://www.cbp.gov/trade/cargo-security/ctpat

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At international border crossings, customs and inspection resources are perpetually constrained. Accredited Carrier Programs—such as the EU's AEO (Authorized Economic Operator) or the U.S. CSI (Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism) initiative—are governmental schemes that formally recognize freight forwarders, shipping lines, and air cargo operators demonstrating validated security and operational standards. An accredited carrier gains concrete benefits: expedited customs clearance, reduced physical inspections, priority processing at border posts, and sometimes access to simplified customs procedures. In return, the company commits to regular audits, compliance documentation, and security protocols. Mutual recognition of such programs between countries (e.g., between the EU and Switzerland) multiplies the advantage.

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