Does both parents’ consent need to be notarized?
It depends on the form, custody situation, and receiving party requirements.
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Child Travel Consent Online Notarization: Parent Guide
Learn how eligible child travel consent forms may be notarized online and what parents or guardians should confirm before the session.
iRemoteNotary Editorial Team
Quick Answer
Can a child travel consent form be notarized online?
Many child travel consent forms may be eligible for online notarization, but parents or guardians should confirm the requirements with the airline, cruise line, school, government agency, destination country, or receiving party before signing. Some situations may require specific wording, witnesses, or additional documentation.
What is a child travel consent form?
A child travel consent form is commonly used when a minor child is traveling with one parent, another family member, a school group, or another authorized adult. The form may help show that the non-traveling parent or guardian gave permission.
Can it be notarized online?
Many child travel consent forms may be notarized through remote online notarization if the document is eligible and the receiving party accepts electronic notarization. Requirements may vary depending on the destination, airline, cruise line, school, or agency.
Who needs to sign?
The required signer depends on the form and situation. It may be one parent, both parents, a legal guardian, or another authorized person. The notary cannot decide who must sign; confirm with the receiving party.
What should parents confirm before scheduling?
Confirm whether the form must include travel dates, child information, destination, passport details, emergency contact information, witness signatures, or specific notarial wording. International travel may have additional requirements.
What do you need for the session?
Each signer should have valid ID, the unsigned consent form, a device with camera and microphone, and any supporting instructions from the airline, school, agency, or receiving party.
Important caution for international travel
Online notarization may not be accepted in every country or by every travel-related authority. For international travel, confirm requirements with the destination country, airline, cruise line, embassy, consulate, or attorney when needed.
Frequently asked questions
Can a child travel consent form be used internationally?
Often yes, but international acceptance varies. Confirm with the destination country and travel provider.
Can the notary provide the child travel consent form?
The notary may notarize an eligible completed form but cannot provide legal advice about what form you need.
Should I sign before the session?
Usually no. Wait to sign during the notary session unless instructed otherwise.
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