When Is This Letter Needed?

A travel consent letter is strongly recommended when:

• Only one parent is accompanying the child
  
• The parents are divorced, separated, or share custody
  
• The other parent is unavailable due to health, location, or other reasons
  
• The child’s surname differs from the accompanying parent’s
  
  

These letters help prevent misunderstandings, border delays, or denied entry due to suspected child abduction or lack of legal authorization.

What Should Be Included in the Letter?

To be valid and accepted by immigration authorities, your notarized travel consent letter should include:

• Full names and contact information of both parents
  
• Full name and birthdate of the child
  
• Travel dates and destination(s)
  
• Airline or transportation info (optional but helpful)
  
• Name of the parent or guardian accompanying the child
  
• Notarized signature of the non-traveling parent
  
  

Don’t worry — we provide templates and help you get it right.

We offer both In-person and remote notarization options:

In-Person:
Visit our Thornhill office and bring your valid ID and completed letter. We’ll notarize it on the spot — same-day service available.

Online:
Can’t come in? Book a video appointment. The non-traveling parent can join from anywhere, upload ID, and sign during the session. You’ll receive a notarized PDF ready for travel.