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Notarized travel consent letters for children traveling abroad
When a child travels internationally without both parents, a signed and notarized consent letter from the parent who isn't traveling can prevent problems at the border or the airport. MCC Solutions notarizes it at your home or office, or online if a parent is away.
Starting at $125 plus state notarial fees · all fees
Starting rates. Your exact price is quoted after we confirm a local notary/runner, before you pay.
✓ New Jersey commissioned notary, no. 50244803, insured for errors and omissions. See the credentials
Matthew Coleman, NJ Notary Public and NNA Certified Loan Signing Agent. Cranford, NJ. Fee confirmed before your session. Card charged only after it is complete. We aim to confirm within 15 minutes, 7am to 9pm.
What's included
Every child travel consent order
- Notarization of the consent letter signed by the parent or parents who aren't traveling
- Remote online notarization when a parent is out of town, or overseas when the letter has a U.S. connection New Jersey law accepts
- An apostille arranged when the destination country asks for one
- Evening and weekend appointments before trips
Who uses it
Built for
- A parent traveling alone with children
- Grandparents and other relatives
- School, sports and church groups
- Divorced or separated parents
How it works
Child Travel Consent Notarization, step by step
Prepare the letter
Write or download a consent letter with the trip dates, destination and who the child travels with.
Book the notary
The non-traveling parent books a mobile visit or video session.
Sign and notarize
The parent signs in front of the notary, who checks their ID and notarizes the signature.
Travel with copies
Carry the original and copies with the child's passport.
Before we arrive
Have this ready
- The consent letter, filled in but not signed
- The non-traveling parent's photo ID
- Copies of the child's passport details if your letter includes them
Timing
Turnaround
Same-day visits are usually available. Plan ahead before summer and holiday travel.
FAQ
Common questions
Is a consent letter required?
U.S. Customs and Border Protection recommends one when a child travels without both parents, and some countries and airlines require a notarized letter. Check your destination and airline before you go.
Can you write the letter for me?
Notaries can't draft documents. Bring your completed letter, unsigned, and every signing parent's photo ID.
Do both parents need to sign?
Usually the parent who isn't traveling signs. If neither parent is traveling, both may need to sign. Check the airline and destination country's rules.
How far in advance should I do this?
As soon as travel plans are set, so there's time to fix anything the airline or country asks for.
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Documents and tools
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- Kids' travel, camp and passport consent forms
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