Failure to produce this document could easily result in your being denied boarding or travel or entry to the destination country.

The travel consent form should include the destination, dates of travel and contact information for the other parent.

Any adult travelling with a minor child needs to have written, notarized proof that you have the legal right and permission to take a minor child on a trip, either within or out of Canada.

A notarized travel consent form is most acceptable by airlines, border authorities and customs agents.

This applies to all adults travelling alone with a minor child including

• Custodial parent
• Non-custodial parent
• Legal Guardian(s) of a minor child travelling without parent or guardian
• All other adults (schools trip supervisors etc) travelling with the child

Where do you find a Notary Public or Commissioner of Oaths?

Use CanLaw's Online Directories to find a law office with a Notary Public/Commissioner of Oaths near you

It is essential to have the travel consent form certified, stamped or sealed by a Notary Public, or a Commissioner for Oaths, or a Lawyer. Only these officials have the authority to administer an oath or solemn declaration so that the validity of your travel consent form will not be questioned. .

It is up to each official to decide what proof he/she needs to see to be able to witness the travel consent form. Be sure to ask beforehand.

Officials will only witness a travel consent form if convinced that the individual requesting the letter is who he/she claims to be and that adequate proof has been provided.

This travel consent form may be required by foreign authorities among other additional country-specific entry requirements. .

CHECK WITH THE CONSULATE BEFORE YOU LEAVE:
You should contact the representatives or consulate of the country or countries to be visited by the minor child to ensure that you have the most up-to-date information regarding their specific entry requirements. Permission to enter another country is the sole prerogative of that country and you must meet all their requirements.

CHECK WITH YOUR TRAVEL AGENT or AIRLINE:
We also strongly recommend that you contact the transportation company (airline, train, bus, etc.) in order to observe any additional policies that they might have in place.

Commissioners for Oaths and or Notary Publics can be found in all law offices. It is usually best to phone a law office first to find out when a Notary Public/Commissioner for Oaths is available. Ask about fees and payment methods as well to avoid problems.

When meeting with a Notary Public or Commissioner of Oaths
• To be of full effect for international travel purposes, this document must be sworn and signed before a Notary Public.
• Be sure to bring your government issued identification, your child's passport, and your child's birth certificate.
• If you have a custody order or death certificate, bring a certified copy on your trip or have a photocopy certified by the Commissioner of Oaths or Notary Public.
• Do not sign the completed form prior to meeting with the Notary Public.
• Be sure to bring your government issued identification, your child's passport, and your child's birth certificate.