Make Sure They’re Cleared for Takeoff—Create a Travel Consent Letter in Minutes
Avoid Travel Delays & Ensure Smooth Trips for Your Child
If your child is traveling without both parents or guardians, having a Travel Consent Letter can help prevent unexpected hassles at airports and borders.
Duckpins makes it easy to:
Create a free legally valid Travel Consent Letter
Get it signed & notarized online
Keep a secure digital copy that can be updated for future trips
Save yourself the stress—get their trip started the right way.
Let's Get StartedWhat Is a Travel Consent Letter?
A Travel Consent Letter is a legal document that confirms a minor child has permission to travel from a non-accompanying parent or guardian.
When is a Travel Consent Letter needed?
If a child is traveling with only one parent or legal guardian
If a child is traveling with another adult (e.g., grandparents, teachers, family friends)
If a child is traveling alone (domestically or internationally)
Some airlines, border authorities, and schools require this document to prevent delays or denied boarding. The Letter can also include authorization for a minor child’s emergency medical care.
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Why Does My Child Need a Travel Consent Letter?
Avoid Travel Delays & Denied Entry
Some airlines, immigration authorities, and border agents require a notarized Travel Consent Letter to manage child abduction concerns.
Some airlines, immigration authorities, and border agents require a notarized Travel Consent Letter to manage child abduction concerns.
Meet Airline & School Requirements
Many schools require consent letters for field trips, sports events, and international programs. Some airlines also request them for unaccompanied minors.
Many schools require consent letters for field trips, sports events, and international programs. Some airlines also request them for unaccompanied minors.
Make Co-Parenting & Family Travel Smoother
Divorced or separated parents should always have a Travel Consent Letter on hand—especially for international travel.
Divorced or separated parents should always have a Travel Consent Letter on hand—especially for international travel.
Peace of Mind for Everyone
Ensure smooth, worry-free travel for your child, whether they’re flying across the country or across the world.
Ensure smooth, worry-free travel for your child, whether they’re flying across the country or across the world.
Don’t let missing paperwork ruin a trip — prepare in advance.
Let's Get StartedWhen Is a Travel Consent Letter Required?
Your child may need a Travel Consent Letter in these situations:
Traveling with One Parent
When one parent is traveling solo with the child
Required for many international destinations
Highly recommended for domestic flights if parents are separated or divorced
School or Team Trips
Required for overnight field trips, sports tournaments, or volunteer programs
Ensures school staff can legally accompany and authorize care if needed
Traveling with Grandparents, Relatives, or Friends
Avoids delays at airports and borders
Ensures non-parent adults have legal permission to travel with the child
Traveling Alone (Unaccompanied Minors)
Some airlines require a notarized consent form
Helps with hotel check-ins and medical emergencies
Each trip requires an updated Travel Consent Letter with the correct travel details.
Let's Get StartedState Requirements for Medical Release Forms
Provide Trip & Personal Details
Enter your child’s information, travel dates, and destination.
Specify Who Has Permission
List the accompanying adult or state that the child is traveling alone.
Sign & Notarize
Get it signed by the non-traveling parent(s) or guardian(s) and notarized.
Keep Copies Handy
Store a digital copy and print copies for the trip.
With Duckpins, you can create, sign, and notarize your letter online—no hassle, no stress.
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