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Travel Consent Letter for a Minor

For parents whose child will travel internationally or domestically without one or both parents. Border officials, airlines and foreign authorities may ask for evidence that the absent parent agreed. Some countries require their own form or a notarized, translated letter.

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What you need to fill it in

  • Child's name, date of birth and passport number
  • Accompanying adult's name, relationship and passport number
  • Destination(s), travel dates and flight details
  • Where the child will stay
  • Non-traveling parent(s) contact details and IDs
  • A notary (recommended)

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How to fill out the Travel Consent Letter for a Minor

  1. 1

    Check destination rules

    Look up the destination country's entry rules for minors and the airline's policy. Some require a specific form, translation or apostille.

  2. 2

    Child and accompanying adult

    Enter names, dates of birth and passport numbers exactly as on the passports.

  3. 3

    Trip details

    Enter destinations, departure and return dates, flights and where the child will stay.

  4. 4

    Consenting parents

    Each non-traveling parent enters contact details and is reachable during the trip.

  5. 5

    Sign before a notary

    Sign in front of a notary if possible. Bring copies of the child's birth certificate and any custody order.

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Travel Consent Letter for a Minor: questions people ask

Is a travel consent letter legally required?

US law does not require one for leaving the US, but US Customs and Border Protection recommends it when a child travels without both parents, and some countries require one.

Does it need to be notarized?

Notarization is not always mandatory, but border officials are more likely to accept a notarized letter. Some countries also require an apostille or translation.

What if one parent has sole custody?

Carry a copy of the custody order or death certificate instead of, or along with, the other parent's consent.

Can the letter be e-signed?

An e-signed letter may be accepted for some domestic travel, but border authorities and airlines generally expect a signed paper original, often notarized.

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