The AEO status is an accidental and non-mandatory element of the customs obligation. This is given by the authorization which is the unique customs decision able to “defining and qualifying” its owner. Indeed, in this way, the economic operator becomes reliable within the context of a participatory cooperation relationship with the customs administration. The AEO authorization is an administrative deed released by the national customs entity/bodies in accordance with the EU regulations. This is valid throughout the EU customs territory and, if a mutual recognition agreement is valid, also with third countries; furthermore, despite being regulated in customs regulatory acts, it is important to highlight that it constitutes an authorization…