06/11/2026
A minor travel consent form is a legal document, signed by a child's parents and/or legal guardians, authorizing a child to travel with another adult. When a child travels abroad without both parents or legal guardians, authorities may require written permission. CBP recommends carrying a consent letter, and many countries and airlines require one.
Without this child travel consent form, travel may be delayed or denied. Domestic and international authorities need to be able to confirm the child's guardianship and obtain the necessary permissions before allowing the child to travel onward.
Any child traveling abroad without their legal guardians should be traveling with a notarized minor travel consent form.