Acknowledgement of application - CBEC's Customs Manual 2023 - Customs

8. Acknowledgement of application: Each application will be acknowledged (wherever applicable, shall be done digitally) and recorded in an AEO Programme database. 8.1 Return of application: 8.1.1 If application is incomplete or deficient, the applicant will be suitably informed within 30 days of the receipt. 8.1.2 AEO Programme Manager will not process the following applications until the deficiencies, as indicated, are rectified: (a) Which is incomplete - This may be resubmitted with the complete information. (b) Where the application has not been made by a legal person - This can only be resubmitted by the concerned legal entity. (c) Where no responsible person is nominated - This can only be resubmitted when the applicant nominates a responsible person who will be the point of contact for the AEO Programme. (d) Where the applicant is subject to bankruptcy proceedings at the time the application is made: This may be resubmitted when the applicant becomes solvent. (e) Where a previously granted AEO status has been revoked -This may not be resubmitted until the period as prescribed in paragraph 5.7.3 of the said Circular 33/2016- Customs has elapsed after the date of revocation. Para 5.7.3 states that, In case the AEO status is revoked, the AEO-T1 and AEO-T2 status holder will not be entitled to reapply for the AEO certificate for a period of one year from the date of revocation.