Do I need permission to take my child abroad?

Last Updated on 3 years by UK Malayali

Well, it is a tricky question and the answer dependens on your circumstances, hence it may not be the same for everyone. You must get consent from all the people who have the parental responsibility for the child or from a court before taking the child abroad. Taking a child abroad without consent is considered child abduction. You don’t need to worry about anything if you are traveling as a family but sometimes in life, one parent may need to travel with the kids, and you may be stopped at the border if you fail to provide the supporting documents. So it is advised to obtain a consent letter from your spouse/partner before you travel with the children.

Use the links below for more information about parental consent form UK.

https://www.gov.uk/permission-take-child-abroad

https://www.ecfamilylaw.co.uk/blog/do-i-need-permission-take-my-child-holiday-abroad/