Consent to Travel
In the wake of growing concerns for the safety of children during travel, numerous governments, including Canada, have established special regulations. These regulations dictate that a notarized consent to travel document must be provided to verify parental or legal guardian permission for a minor to cross international borders. It is important to emphasize that this requirement is supplementary to other legal obligations and documents.
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It's crucial to recognize that a basic travel consent letter or form lacking notarization from a licensed notary public may face rejection from border officials due to the susceptibility of such documents to forgery. At 1800 Notary, we offer the specialized service of providing notarized Consent to Travel documents to ensure your compliance with these essential regulations, helping you safeguard the well-being of your child during their travels.
Cases When Consent to Travel ight be Needed
Minor Traveling with One Parent: If a minor is journeying with just one parent, the absent parent must furnish notarized consent.
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Minor with Sole Parent: If the minor has only one parent, as evidenced by the child's birth certificate, a notarized copy of the birth certificate may serve as sufficient proof for travel.
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Minor Traveling Alone or with a Non-Parent Adult: When a minor is traveling solo or accompanied by an adult other than a parent, both parents (or the sole legally recognized custodial) are required to provide notarized travel consent.