Authorization Travel Document With Baby In Cuyahoga
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TSA does not require children under 18 to provide identification when traveling within the United States. Contact the airline for questions regarding specific ID requirements for travelers under 18.
You don't need any documentation. The only time you would need a birth certificate is if you were flying with them as a lap child. I just flew 3 southwest flights with my four year old and he was only asked what his name was by TSA. Didn't have to show anything.
A letter of consent, preferably in English and notarized, from the other parent or signed by both custodial parents. The letter should say: "I acknowledge that my child is traveling outside the country with the name of the adult with my permission."
Children under 18 don't need an ID to fly domestically but do need a passport for international flights.
Do you need a notarized letter to travel with a child alone? In most cases of a single parent traveling out of the country with their child, the answer is yes you do need a notarized consent to travel letter. You can download your own customizable travel consent letter here.
Start by obtaining the TSA Minor Travel Consent form. You can find it on the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) website or request a copy at your local TSA office. Provide your personal information as the legal guardian or parent, including your full name, address, and contact details.
