2024 Author: Steven Freeman | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-17 08:15
Traveling with children creates an unforgettable memory for the whole family, but do you know what documents you should have in order if you plan to travel without the other parent of your children? Family law attorney Aymeé Rosquete offers helpful advice.
The first thing you should have is your child's birth certificate and passport. In the case of traveling without the other parent, United States Customs also recommends that parents carry a signed consent from the other parent giving them explicit permission to travel. The consent must be notarized to easily verify the validity of the parental authorization. If the other parent refuses to sign this permit, you can go to family courts and ask a judge for permission to travel without the other parent's consent.
In cases where you have full custody of your child by court order, then you do not need the permission of the other parent since the other parent has no power to make decisions about your child. In these cases, it is recommended to travel with a copy of the order giving full custody.
In many cases, United States Customs does not ask for these documents, but if they do, you can remain in custody until your identity and relationship with your child are verified.
On the other hand, even if they are not requested in the United States, other countries may request them to protect minors who enter their borders. For added security, it is suggested that you look for the specific requirements of the place where you plan to travel to avoid problems at customs points. Parents who sign these travel consents can also protect their rights over their children, especially if they fear that the other parent is planning to relocate to another country without their consent.
To protect yourself as best as possible, it is best not to give permission to travel to countries that are not signatories to the Hague Convention, since in those countries the United States lacks the authority or legal aid to recover children. The other thing you should do is keep any permission as specific as possible, that is, they detail when and where your children are going to travel and recognize that giving permission to travel is not synonymous with permission to stay indefinitely abroad.
After taking these points into account, all you have to do is decide where you will vacation with your family. Have a happy summer!
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