With regard to “Indirect Representation,” it is necessary for the customs agent to have a special mandate from the exporting firm to carry out customs procedures in its own name but on behalf of the obligated economic operator.
This warrant must be produced when requested by Customs Offices as proof of power of representation. (art. 5 C.D.C.; art. 2 D.D. 27/10/2000, prot. 8703)
The Warrant for Indirect Representation must be submitted on letterhead and attached in original to the customs clearance documentation (or advanced by fax to the customs broker); this warrant is valid until revoked in writing.
The document can be downloaded from the following link:
Mandate Release EUR 1