The Safe zone is a voluntary certification built around established global standards. Free Zone accreditation is based on risk management, compliance management and a validation inspection by a vetted third party expert. From Prospect to Platinum certified, Free Zones can ultimately use this certification to apply for AEO status in accordance with relevant national customs administration.
In order to be able to apply for Safe Zone certification the Applicant must meet the following criteria:
Be a legal person
Hold of a Free Zone Authorization issued by the country of residence
Be financially solvent
Have an assigned contact person for Safe Zone matters
The criteria related to financial solvency is closely connected to the Free Zone’s existing World FZO Membership and payment of fees.