They usually need the same identification that is required of an adult. If the travel requires an adult to have a passport, the child will also need a passport. If a child is traveling out of country with only one of the child s parents, you ll probably have to provide written permission from the other parent that the child may leave the country. You ll probably need a notarized statement from the other parent, but you ll want to check with the Airline for their policy on this matter. Without the proper paperwork, the Airline may refuse to board your child.
All travel documents are the responsibility of the passenger.
The U.S. State Department, Bureau of Consular Affairs Foreign Entry Requirements web page. This site lists the entry requirements of foreign countries. It also includes the addresses and telephone numbers of foreign embassies and consulates in the United States. This web site is a good starting point, but since the information presented is subject to change, you should also check directly with the embassy or consulate of the country you a planning to visit. This page contains links to many foreign countries Embassies and Consulate Offices located in the United States.