Child Travel Consent Form FAQ - United States

Child Travel Consent Form FAQ - United StatesChild Travel Consent Form FAQ - United StatesHow old is a minor?Generally, all persons under the age of 18 are considered minor children. However, in some states a person is not legally recognized as an adult until 21 years old. Border officials are vigilant when it comes to the documentation of children. Consequently, all persons who are not legally recognized as adults should be prepared to show they have consent to travel.What documents are needed if a child is traveling with one parent and both parents have legal custody?A notarized consent from the non-traveling parent will be required.What documents are needed if a child is traveling with one parent and the other parent has legal custody?A notarized consent from the non-traveling parent will be required.What documents are needed if a child is traveling with a parent who has sole legal custody?The parent should have a notarized true copy of a court order or equivalent proving custody. What documents are needed if the other parent on the childs birth certificate is deceased?You should carry the original (or a notarized true copy) of the death certificate.Where can I find the place of issue on my passport?The place of issue can be found on the photo page of the passport underneath the Authority heading.Do I need to get the other parents consent if I have sole custody?If the other parent has legal rights of access (e.g. visitation rights) it is advisable to obtain his or her consent. If it is not possible to obtain consent, or if the other parent has no legal rights, you should carry a notarized true copy of a court order or equivalent to prove that you have sole custody.What if my childs brde name is different than mine?You should be prepared to prove your relationship to the child by producing government issued certificates (e.g. certificates of birth, marriage, adoption or change of name).Will this travel consent suffice if my child is traveling overseas to a dif ferent country?Generally, a notarized travel consent from the non-consenting parent is all the documentation necessary to demonstrate that your child has consent to travel. However some foreign countries (for example, Brazil) have specific travel authorization forms for minors. If your child is traveling outside North America, you may wish to contact the consulate of the country where your child will be traveling to ensure that you have all the necessary documentation.