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What is a consent for international travel with one legal guardian?
A consent for international travel with one legal guardian is a letter in which a parent or legal guardian states that their minor child has permission to travel abroad — including the destination, travel dates, the accompanying adult, and passport details for the child and companion. Because only one guardian is signing, it documents that guardian's authority and consent for the trip.
When you need one
Use this form when a child travels internationally without both parents — for example, with one parent, a grandparent, a relative, or a family friend. Border officials and airlines frequently ask for a signed, notarized consent letter to help prevent international child abduction, and some countries require one for entry or exit.
Does it need to be notarized instead?
Notarization is strongly recommended and is required or expected by many countries and airlines. A notary verifies the signing guardian's identity and witnesses the signature, which is why this template includes a notary acknowledgement page. Where the other parent shares custody, carrying their consent as well is advisable. If notarization is required, you can connect with a live online notary on Notaron instead of eSigning.
Frequently asked questions
Is an electronically signed Consent for International Travel with One Legal Guardian legally binding?
Yes — under the federal ESIGN Act and UETA, an electronic signature on a consent for international travel with one legal guardian is as enforceable as an ink signature in all 50 US states, provided the signing shows intent, consent, attribution, and a retained record. Notaron's audit certificate captures all four. Notarization is strongly recommended and is required or expected by many countries and airlines. A notary verifies the signing guardian's identity and witnesses the signature, which is why this template includes a notary acknowledgement page. Where the other parent shares custody, carrying their consent as well is advisable.
How do I send a Consent for International Travel with One Legal Guardian for signature?
Upload your consent for international travel with one legal guardian PDF at notaron.com/esign (or build one free from our template), place signature and date fields, add each signer's name and email, and send. Each signer receives a private link plus a 6-digit security code.
What does it cost?
Sending documents for eSignature with Notaron is free for standard use — no credit card, no account setup beyond verifying your email.
Does a child travel consent letter need to be notarized?
For international travel, yes in most cases. Many countries and airlines require a notarized consent letter, and notarization makes the document far more likely to be accepted at a border.
Can one parent sign the consent letter alone?
One legal guardian can sign this letter to consent to the trip. If the other parent shares legal custody, it is best practice to also carry their signed consent, since some destinations require consent from both parents.
What information should the letter include?
The signing guardian's name and contact details, the child's name and date of birth, passport details for the child and the accompanying adult, the destination and travel dates, and an emergency contact.