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What is a Power of Attorney (POA)?
A legal document that allows for the transfer of certain powers, such as decision making. Power of Attorney can be used by Person A if they need Person B to make a decision on their behalf.
When do you need a Power of Attorney?
In shipping, Power of Attorney is used when an importer or an exporter appoints an agent to act on their behalf to handle parts of the shipment.
Is a Power of Attorney mandatory?
No. You only need a POA if you’re delegating the responsibility to another other party.
What should a Power of Attorney (POA) include?
1. The importers or exporter’s business name and address
3. A declaration that the nominated agent can act on behalf of the importer or exporter
4. The witnessed signature of the importer or exporter
Who can sign a POA?
A POA must be signed by an officer of the company making the shipment.
🚨 Special Case
European Union (EU) businesses importing into the US are required to have a secondary witness signature from another person in the company.
Do you need a Power of Attorney for air or ocean freight?
POAs apply to both air and ocean freight shipments.
🚨 POA applies only to imports in the US and Netherlands.
How do you get a POA?
You can apply for a POA with the customs broker or your freight forwarder when onboarding.
How much does a POA cost?
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