Notarizing Travel Consent Forms for Summer Trips

Summer is the season of family adventures, international getaways, and kids heading off to camp or visiting relatives. But if your child is traveling without both parents or guardians, a notarized travel consent form may be required to ensure a smooth and legal trip.

Here’s what you need to know:

🔍 What Is a Travel Consent Form?

A travel consent form is a document that gives permission for a minor child to travel domestically or internationally with one parent, another adult, or alone. This form is often required by airlines, border authorities, or travel organizations to help prevent child abduction or custody disputes.

✍️ Why Notarization Is Important

• Proof of Authenticity: Notarization confirms that the signature on the form is legitimate.

• Accepted at Borders: Many international destinations require notarized consent forms as part of entry requirements.

• Avoid Delays: Lack of notarized consent can lead to denied boarding or delays at customs.

📑 What to Include in a Travel Consent Form

• Full names of the child and the parent/guardian giving permission

• Dates and destinations of the trip

• Name of the adult traveling with the child (if applicable)

• Contact information for parents or guardians

• A clear statement of consent

• Parent/guardian signatures

✅ How Mill Valley Notary Can Help

Mill Valley Notary offers convenient mobile notarization—we’ll come to your home, office, or local café to notarize your travel documents at a time that works for you.

• Same-day and evening appointments available

• Knowledgeable about travel form requirements

• Serving all of Marin County

🌍 Plan Ahead, Travel Smoothly

Don’t let paperwork derail your summer plans. If your child is traveling without you, get your consent form notarized ahead of time.

📞 Call or text Mill Valley Notary at 415-328-8980

📧 Email: Alicia@millvalleynotary.com