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."
Yes! Really, any parent who is traveling solo with their kids should have a letter of consent from the other parent (even if they are married). This ensures that they won't run into any issues traveling (within the US or internationally). I recommend this for US citizens too.
Yes, single parents can go on vacation with their children. There are no laws or restrictions preventing single parents from traveling with their children.
Utah law does not require the other parent's written consent, but… “Technically, Utah law does not require your ex's written consent or permission for you to take your child out of state during your custodial or parent-time periods,” concludes our experienced divorce attorney in Salt Lake City.
Yes, single parents can go on vacation with their children. There are no laws or restrictions preventing single parents from traveling with their children.
How do I write a consent letter for my child to travel? List your child's name, birth date/place, and passport details. Provide the parent's/guardian's name, custody information, and passport details. Add contact information for the non-traveling parents/guardians. Detail the child's destination and dates of travel.
It's important that you give your co-parent notice and preferably get their express permission in writing if you wish to travel outside the state with your child. If the other parent refuses to cooperate, you can ask for the court's permission in advance.