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The Cruise Minor Travel Consent Form is a critical document required under UAE law when minors travel on cruise ships, whether accompanied by one parent, both parents, or a designated guardian. This document becomes necessary in compliance with UAE Federal Law No. 3 of 2016 (Child Rights Law) and Maritime Commercial Law, particularly when minors are traveling internationally from UAE ports. The form serves multiple purposes: it provides clear parental authorization, establishes chain of responsibility, enables emergency medical treatment if needed, and satisfies immigration requirements. The document must be properly notarized and may require translation depending on the ports of call. Its comprehensive nature addresses various scenarios that might arise during cruise travel, from basic identification and consent to specific authorizations for shore excursions and medical emergencies.
