Travel Consent Letter Notarization in Scarborough
Notarized consent letters for children travelling outside Canada without one or both parents. Signed and sealed in about 10 minutes, from $20.
A travel consent letter shows that a child has permission to travel abroad from the parents or guardians who are not going with them. It isn’t legally required in Canada, but the Government of Canada strongly recommends one and suggests it be notarized. Each non-travelling parent signs in front of our notary with photo ID; the fee is $20 for the first signature and seal.
When your child should carry a consent letter
- Travelling with only one parent or guardian
- Travelling with grandparents, other relatives or family friends
- Travelling alone
- Travelling with a school, sports or community group
What to bring to your appointment
- The completed, unsigned consent letter (we can print it for you)
- Valid government-issued photo ID for each person signing
- A copy of the child’s passport, if you want its details checked against the letter
- Travel dates, destination and the accompanying adult’s full name and passport number
You can use the Government of Canada’s recommended consent letter form for children travelling abroad (form GAC-AMC 2123E), available on travel.gc.ca. If your parenting arrangement or court order has special travel terms, speak with a lawyer first.
Frequently asked questions
Is a travel consent letter required by law in Canada?
No. A consent letter is not a legal requirement in Canada, but the Government of Canada strongly recommends one when a child travels abroad alone, with only one parent or guardian, or with relatives, friends or a group. Border or airline officials may ask to see it.
Who needs to sign the consent letter?
Every parent or legal guardian who is not travelling with the child and who has custody, guardianship or decision-making rights should sign. The Government of Canada also recommends that any non-accompanying parent who has access to the child signs.
Does the letter have to be notarized?
Notarization is not legally required, but it is recommended because it shows officials that the signature is genuine and was checked against ID.
Can both parents sign at different times?
Yes. Each signer can come in separately with their own photo ID. Each signature and seal is charged at our standard rate.
What should the letter include?
The child’s full name, date of birth and passport number; the destination and travel dates; the name of the accompanying adult; and the signing parent’s contact details. The Government of Canada’s recommended consent letter form covers all of this.
Does a consent letter guarantee my child will be allowed to travel?
No. Each country sets its own entry and exit rules. Check the destination’s requirements with its embassy or consulate before you travel.
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