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Child Travel Consent Template

A child travel consent letter confirms that a child has permission to travel, which border officials and airlines may ask to see, particularly when a child travels with one parent or another adult.

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What this child travel consent covers

When you need a child travel consent

The legal framework

Understanding the law behind a child travel consent helps you use it well. Here is the key UK legislation that applies:

Children Act 1989
The framework for child arrangements — the child's welfare is the paramount consideration in any parenting dispute.
Matrimonial Causes Act 1973
Governs financial provision on divorce, the backdrop against which prenuptial and separation agreements are weighed.
Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975
Relevant to cohabiting partners, who have no automatic inheritance rights and may need to claim.
On the horizon. There is no 'common law marriage' in England and Wales. Calls for reform to give cohabiting couples greater rights are ongoing, but as the law stands cohabitants have very limited automatic protections — which is precisely why clear agreements matter.

Frequently asked questions

Is a consent letter legally required?

Not always, but it's strongly recommended. Border officials can question why a child is travelling without both parents.

Does it need to be witnessed?

Witnessing or notarisation isn't always required but adds credibility, especially for international travel.

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This page explains the law in general terms to help you understand your child travel consent. It is information, not legal advice. For guidance on your specific circumstances, our SRA-regulated solicitor partners are here to help.

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