Who it's for
- Separated parents taking a child abroad without the other parent
- Grandparents, relatives or friends travelling with someone else's child
- Parents whose child has a different surname from the adult travelling with them
What's included
- About this template — why border officials and airlines may ask for a letter
- Who needs what table — both parents travelling, one parent, another adult, sole parental responsibility, local authority care and adoption
- Notarisation notes and a reminder to check FCDO travel advice
- Travel consent letter: child and passport details, travel details table, emergency contacts, confirmation of parental responsibility
- Single-parent note and signature lines for one or two parents or guardians
Key points covered
- Get consent from everyone with parental responsibility who is not travelling
- List every destination and transit country, with flight details and accommodation
- Some countries expect the letter to be notarised — check the FCDO page for your destination
- Carry supporting documents where relevant, such as a birth certificate, court order or death certificate
- Check entry requirements again shortly before you travel
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Questions
Is a travel consent letter a legal requirement?
Not always on leaving the UK, but many destinations and airlines may ask for one when a child travels without both parents.
Does it need to be notarised?
Some countries require or prefer notarised consent. The FCDO travel advice for your destination will say.
What if the other parent cannot sign?
The single-parent note explains the situation, for example sole parental responsibility under a court order, with a copy of the order enclosed.
Can grandparents use it?
Yes. It works for any adult travelling with the child. Both parents with parental responsibility should sign.
Travel Consent Letter for Children
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