# Source: https://docs.snyk.io/developer-tools/snyk-cli/scan-and-maintain-projects-using-the-cli/a-.snyk-policy-file-in-a-different-directory-from-the-manifest-file.md

# A .snyk policy file in a different directory from the manifest file

When you scan a project with the CLI, the `.snyk` policy file may be in a different directory from the manifest file, either because of the structure of the project or because the project has multiple manifest files using the same policy file.

Use the `--policy-path` option to specify a policy path manually for use in scanning or monitoring the project.

{% hint style="info" %}
This option is not supported for projects imported using Git (SCM) integrations.
{% endhint %}