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Can I go abroad at 16 without parental consent?
At what age can I travel abroad on my own? If you are 18 or over – You will be able to travel abroad on your own without the consent of your parents. If you are below the age of 16 and want to travel abroad but your parents do not agree, you or a parent, may need to apply to court for an order giving you permission.
Can my 16 year old travel abroad alone?
For 15-, 16-, and 17-year-olds, unaccompanied minor service is usually optional. For international flights, all unaccompanied minors should be prepared to provide a signed letter of consent from their parent or guardian. And remember: Age requirements refer to your child’s age on the travel date, not upon booking.
Do I need a notarized letter to travel with child?
When flying within the U.S., or traveling internationally by land or sea, a child’s birth certificate will suffice most of the time. A notarized letter of consent will be required for children who travel without one or both of their parents or legal guardians.
Can my 16 year old daughter fly alone?
Children ages 15 to 17 can travel as an unaccompanied minor, but it is not required. Children ages 2 to 14 can travel as an “accompanied minor” with someone 16 years or older. Reservations must be made over the phone at 1-800-433-7300.
Can a 16 year old fly alone UK?
Minimum age for flying alone: British Airways permits children of 14 years of age to fly without being accompanied by an adult. Young flyers aged under 16 travelling alone must complete a parental consent form.
What do you need to travel with a child without a parent?
Any child traveling without one of the parents listed upon the birth certificate must have a letter from the absent parent granting permission for the child to travel. This should be sworn before a notary public and signed by the absent parent (s).
What kind of documents do you need to travel with a minor?
The minor should carry the original letter (not a facsimile or scanned copy) as well as proof of the parent/child relationship (birth certificate or court document such as a custody decree, plus photocopies of both parents’ government-issued identification).
What should be included in a child travel consent form?
A Child Travel Consent form includes: The child’s contact information Both parents’ contact information The child’s travel arrangement (one parent, no parents, chaperone, group travel etc.) The child’s destination Having your Child Travel Consent witnessed or notarized decreases the chance of travel authorities questioning its validity.
What do you need to travel with a minor in the Bahamas?
Required Documents for International Travel with Minors. In general, a child under 16 years of age may travel into the Bahamas merely with proof of citizenship. Proof of citizenship can be a raised seal birth certificate and preferably a government issued photo ID if on a closed loop cruise or a U.S. passport if entering by air or private vessel.