Travel consent forms for Under 18's
Anyone under the age of 18 will need the consent of their parent or legal guardian if they want to travel. Specifically, in order to pass through border security and go anywhere abroad, children must bring a travel consent form to prove that their guardian has approved his or her trip. Here are a few details about the travel form for you to keep in mind.
Travel insurance for a child travelling with another family
With any holiday, you need to make sure your child is safe. Having suitable children's travel insurance will help to give you the peace of mind and confidence that your child is protected while travelling.
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Child travel consent form UK
The travel consent form is a piece of paper that may have the following on it:
Child's Information - Name, date of birth, and passport number if applicable.
Travel Details - Destination, duration of the trip, and travel dates.
Accompanying Adult's Information - Name, relationship to the child, contact information, and passport number if applicable.
Parent/Guardian Information - Names and contact details of the parents or guardians giving consent.
Consent Statement - A clear statement granting permission for the child to travel with the specified adult.
Without this letter, border security has the right to deny crossing for someone that is under the age of 18, or in other words, a minor.
There are lots of consent form templates that you can find online depending on the country you are from. This is not something you would need to draft yourself which makes it a fairly easy process to complete.
Child travel consent form FAQs
Do you need a letter of permission to travel with grandchildren?
Grandparents should carry a parental travel consent form when taking their grandchildren out of the country. Although not illegal, it's a safety precaution and legal requirement. Always have a letter of consent signed by both parents, in addition to the necessary travel documents.
Do I need a travel consent form for domestic travel?
While not always required for domestic travel, it's a good practice to have a consent form, especially if the child is travelling with someone other than a parent.
At what age in the UK is a person considered a child?
In the UK, any person under the age of 18 is legally considered a child.
What is parental responsibility?
Parental responsibility relates to a parent's duties towards their child. It encompasses all the duties, powers, authority and responsibilities a parent has over their child and child's property.
Who has parental responsibility over a child?
In the UK, Mothers automatically have parental responsibility over a child. In England and Wales, parental responsibility also extends to the Father of the child if they are married to the Mother at the time of the child's birth.
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