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# Power of Attorney

## What is a Power of Attorney (POA)?

**Understanding the Power of Attorney (POA) in International Shipping**

In international shipping, a **Power of Attorney (POA)** is a **legal document** that authorizes a **freight forwarder or customs broker** to act on behalf of the **importer or exporter**. It allows them to handle critical shipping and customs tasks—making the process smoother and more efficient for you.

### 🔍 Why a POA Is Important
#### ✅ Legal Authorization

The POA is a formal document that gives the freight forwarder (agent) permission to act on behalf of the importer/exporter (principal). This includes making customs declarations and managing shipping documentation.

#### 🚢 Freight Forwarder Representation

Once signed, your freight forwarder can:

* Represent you before customs
* Obtain required permits
* Complete shipping and clearance paperwork on your behalf

#### 🔄 Simplified Shipping Process

This arrangement streamlines the entire logistics process. Instead of managing every detail yourself, your **freight forwarder serves as an intermediary**, using their local knowledge and experience to navigate the complex requirements of international shipping and customs procedures.

> _According to Ice Cargo, this delegation reduces direct involvement and speeds up clearance and delivery._

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### 🧾 How the POA Works in Your SKUdrop Account

When you **attempt to upload a SKU to your dashboard**, the **POA process is automatically triggered**.

* You should receive an email containing a **DocuSign link**
* Use this link to **electronically sign your POA**
* **Uploading SKUs is not possible** until your POA has been signed and submitted

If you haven’t received the DocuSign email or have any issues completing the POA process, please contact **support@skudrop.com** for assistance.