Instead of changing file ownership/permissions which may have unintended consequences, you need to perform the SCP file upload in two separate parts: First SCP the file to your home directory: sudo scp -i sshkey filename.zip username@1.2.3.4:~. Then move the file to the desired location: More @Wikipedia
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