What are the requirements when a child travels overseas (Dubai, Pakistan, etc) with only one parent going with them? Do they need to carry their birth certificate or a letter/note with them? Does it need to be certified/notarized?
Hubby and child will be traveling together, as I can’t take time off from work and will stay back with the baby. I’m getting worried though. Want to make sure she doesn’t have any problems along the way since I’m not going with them.
Any advice/tips would be appreciated from those who have done this before!
first thing first...i think your hubby will require a notarized letter of your **'permission for your child to travel to a foreign country alone with his/her father' **from you. secondly, make sure your child carries both American and Pakistani travel documents and thirdly, get all immunizations and medications for his/her duration of stay overseas.
Birth certificate and marriage certificate will do, only because USA birth certificates probably only have mother's name in it
Maybe different countries have different rules but I was questioned when I travelled alone without a letter of consent.
They even questioned Noor....she was 4 years old at the time.
Maybe different countries have different rules but I was questioned when I travelled alone without a letter of consent.
They even questioned Noor....she was 4 years old at the time.
In USA, when you apply for a passport for a minor, both parents need to show up (whether they are married or not), to sign on the application. That becomes the consent document that parents are ok with the kids to travel with any of them. So unless there is a police order or what not, kids can travel internationally with any of the parent and need to carry birth certificate and passport.
Wife has traveled multiple times with kids, internationally. First time, Marya was 4 yrs and Sara was 6 months. No consent letter was needed.
Maybe different countries have different rules but I was questioned when I travelled alone without a letter of consent.
They even questioned Noor....she was 4 years old at the time.
^Muzna - what country were you traveling from and to? Were you carrying her birth certificate, etc?
Thanks for all the info. It makes total sense with the US passport for minors, however since my daughter will be traveling with her father (not mother), i think they might ask questions. We called the airline and they said they don't require anything, but just to be safe I guess I'll send them with a copy of her birth certificate which has both parents names and possibly a "consent letter". Anyone have a standard format which I can follow? Also, would it need to be notarized or just signed by both parents?
Thanks for all the info. It makes total sense with the US passport for minors, however since my daughter will be traveling with her father (not mother), i think they might ask questions. We called the airline and they said they don't require anything, but just to be safe I guess I'll send them with a copy of her birth certificate which has both parents names and possibly a "consent letter". Anyone have a standard format which I can follow? Also, would it need to be notarized or just signed by both parents?
Jub consent letter prepare kerna hee hai tou notarized bhi kerwa lain
Thanks for all the info. It makes total sense with the US passport for minors, however since my daughter will be traveling with her father (not mother), i think they might ask questions. We called the airline and they said they don't require anything, but just to be safe I guess I'll send them with a copy of her birth certificate which has both parents names and possibly a "consent letter". Anyone have a standard format which I can follow? Also, would it need to be notarized or just signed by both parents?
A "consent letter" is not required but as you can by just reading this thread, experiences vary. If a TSA agent or airline employee wants to give your husband a difficult time for whatever reason, there's nothing to prevent it. Send a copy of birth certificate and include a notarized consent letter. Neither is very difficult or time consuming to do. Odds are your husband will not need it. But just in case he comes across a overzealous agent, he will have what he needs to get through the situation without stress.
In the consent letter, all you need to do is write one or two sentences saying something like "I, x, mother of y, give permission to my husband, z (father of y), to travel with Y to Dubai and Pakistan. The trip will be from (include dates of trip) on (insert airline name)." On the letter, include date you wrote it, your full name, address, and phone number. Get it notarized.
P.S. Given that your husband is traveling with the child, there is no reason for him to sign the letter! The letter is to show that the missing parent, YOU, give your husband permission to travel with the minor.
Maybe different countries have different rules but I was questioned when I travelled alone without a letter of consent.
They even questioned Noor....she was 4 years old at the time.
Yes, I think Canada has that. I have heard someone else I know tell me the same thing.
It’s pretty much a must have in Canada. Sure the website says it’s recommended, but to avoid delays or being stopped at the border, most people know to have it handy;
[INDENT=2]We strongly recommend that Canadian children carry a consent letter if they are travelling abroad alone, with only one parent/guardian, with friends or relatives or with a group. For the purposes of this consent letter, a Canadian child is defined as anyone who is under the age of majority (18 or 19, depending on the province or territory of residence).
A consent letter is not a legal requirement in Canada, but it can simplify travel for Canadian children, as it may be requested by immigration authorities when entering or leaving a foreign country or by Canadian officials when re-entering Canada. The letter demonstrates that Canadian children have permission to travel abroad from parents or guardians who are not accompanying them.
We recommend that you talk to a lawyer about the legal issues that apply to you and your children’s unique situation, particularly if your parenting arrangement has special terms governing international travel. Carrying a consent letter does not guarantee that children will be allowed to enter or leave a country, as every country has its own entry and exit requirements.
For additional information about entry and exit requirements for Canadian children travelling alone, with only one parent or with another accompanying person, see our Country travel advice and advisories or contact the nearest embassy or consulate of the destination country.
We recommend that the letter be signed by every non-accompanying person or organization with the legal right to make major decisions for the child, including anyone with:
custody rights,
guardianship rights, or
parental authority (in Quebec only)
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[INDENT=2]We also recommend that the letter be signed by any non-accompanying parent who has access to the child.[/INDENT]
Recently when i have left for London,There is no need any other docs.You should keep your passport and your birth certificate.no need anything else for travel. Heathrow Terminal 3 Taxis
