How old do you have to be to fly alone in Canada?

What age does my child have to be to qualify as an Unaccompanied Minor? Children under age 8 must be accompanied by an adult age 16 or older when traveling. The UM service is mandatory for children age 8-11 who are traveling alone. The UM service is available but optional for children age 12 to 17 traveling alone.



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Yes, a 16 year old can travel internationally completely alone with parental consent. Depending on the country they are traveling to, there may be additional requirements such as obtaining a visa or having an adult accompany them.

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Please note that hunting, boating and fishing licenses will not be accepted. Passengers who do not have a Canadian-issued identification can present any of the travel documents used to enter Canada (such as passport, NEXUS card, United States Permanent Resident card or Enhanced Driver's License, etc.).

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Canada requires proof of citizenship or resident status to enter the country under §§14(3) and 14(4) of the Passport and Travel Documents section of the Immigration Regulations of Canada (enclosed). A birth certificate is one form of proof.

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Travelers 18 years of age or older are required to have a valid, current U.S. federal or state-issued photo ID that contains name, date of birth, gender, expiration date and a tamper-resistant feature for travel to or from a U.S. Territory (Guam, Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands). Expired documents are not accepted.

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Children traveling outside the U.S. Children under 18 may need a Letter of Consent to travel internationally without both parents.

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Entry into Canada: Canadian law requires that all persons entering Canada carry proof of citizenship and identity. A valid U.S. passport, passport card, or NEXUS card satisfies these requirements for U.S. citizens. Children under 16 only need proof of U.S. citizenship.

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