Document background
The Travel Consent Letter Notary is a crucial document required when minors travel internationally without all their legal guardians present. Under German law, this document must be notarized to ensure its authenticity and legal validity. It serves as a protective measure against child abduction and trafficking while facilitating legitimate travel for educational, recreational, or family purposes. The document is particularly important in cases of separated parents, school trips, or when children travel with relatives or organizations. It must comply with German notarial requirements (Beurkundungsgesetz) and often needs to satisfy the requirements of destination countries as well. The letter includes comprehensive details about the child, guardian(s), travel arrangements, and authorized accompanying persons, making it a vital document for immigration authorities, airlines, and other officials who need to verify the legitimacy of a child's travel arrangements.
