summer travel plans with kids

Will your child be traveling without you this summer? What You Need to Know for Minors Traveling Without a Parent.

  1. International Travel.
    a. Passport and any necessary visa.
    b. Letter of consent, signed by both parents and legal guardian(s), this letter may need to
    be notarized.
    c. Always check with the embassy or consulate of the destination country for specific
    requirements.
  2. United States Travel.
    a. Proof of age, this can be a passport or birth certificate.
    b. Airlines typically require parents or guardians to fill out an unaccompanied minor form.
    c. Letter of consent, signed by both parents and legal guardian(s), this letter may need to
    be notarized.
  3. Absent Parent’s Permission.
    a. Letter from the absent parent granting permission. This letter should be sworn before a
    notary public and signed by the absent parent(s).
    b. If the parent is deceased, a certified death certificate may be necessary.

Disclaimer: The information provided here is for general guidance. Always verify specific requirements
with the relevant authorities before travel.