Do I need a notarized letter to travel with child to Mexico?

If the child is traveling with only one of their custodial parents, they must have a letter of consent, preferably in English and notarized, from the other parent or signed by both parents.



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If the child is traveling with only one of their custodial parents, they must have a letter of consent, preferably in English and notarized, from the other parent or signed by both parents.

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Mexico letter of consent requirements Proof of sole custody or emancipation may be required if consent of both parents/guardians is not provided. Letter of consent must be notarized in Mexico, or notarized and bear either an Apostille or legal certification from the country of issue.

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It simply needs to state that the child's parents or guardians acknowledge and give consent for their child to travel with a specific individual. It should include: The child's name, birthplace, birth date, home address, phone number and, in the case of international travel, their passport number.

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U.S. citizen children traveling abroad You may also need a letter of permission from the other parent for your child to travel. If your child travels alone, depending on the country, they may be required to present a notarized letter from both parents or their legal guardian.

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Traveling with One Parent (U.S. law) The note can be as simple as the following: “I, [YOUR NAME] acknowledge that my spouse is traveling out of the country with my [SON/DAUGHTER]. My spouse has my full permission to do so with this authorization.” Signing or attaching a notary acknowledgment is recommended.

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This is to confirm that I, [parent(s) or legal guardian(s) name], am the [mother/father/legal guardian] of [student's name] and that I will financially support my [son/daughter/ward] during [his/her] studies.

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U.S. citizens must present a valid U.S. passport book or card, in addition to an entry permit (Forma Migratoria Multiple or FMM) issued by Instituto Nacional de Migración (INM). Travelers should be sure to enter Mexico with valid proof of automobile registration, even if remaining in the border zone.

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Upon reaching the Mexico border, you can present your US passport, a passport card, or a SENTRI Card. Furthermore, minors can travel without a passport. However, children under the age of 16 must have a birth certificate (or a naturalization certificate) to re-enter the United States.

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The letter should include the other person's contact details and details about the trip. It also helps if you've: evidence of your relationship with the child, eg a birth or adoption certificate. a divorce or marriage certificate, if you are a single parent but your family name is different from the child's.

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Typically, minors under the age of 18 do not have to present identification for domestic U.S. travel. Airlines will accept identification from the responsible adult on behalf of the minor(s). For international travel, minors under the age of 18 must present the same travel documents as the adult.

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The letter of consent ensures the legitimacy of the travel consent offered by the accompanying adult. With travel consent, children five years or older may fly without a parent or guardian so long as it is a direct flight with no connections. Children older than eight may travel alone on flights with connections.

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Instead, an official birth certificate and government-issued identification (like a driver's license) would be enough. Be sure to check with the cruise line, though, as some companies may still require a passport to travel.

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Travelers need the following documents:
  • Passport valid for at least 6 months from date of entry.
  • FMM Mexico Tourist Card (if arriving by land)
  • Visa for Mexico (when applicable)
  • Return flight ticket.
  • Documentation proving the purpose of the visit (such as hotel reservation)
  • Proof of sufficient funds.


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Visa requirements If you're visiting Mexico as a tourist, you do not need a visa. You'll get a stamp in your passport with the number of days you are allowed to stay. British Nationals entering Mexico by land must fill out an immigration form online.

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At your arrival to the country, you must complete a FMM form. Please print out and keep this authorization because, as well as your passport, must be provided to airline personnel at check in counters and to Immigration Officials at your arrival to Mexico.

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