Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI): Federal legislation that establishes document requirements for travel within the Western Hemisphere, including specific requirements for minors crossing borders.
Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004: Federal law that impacts identification requirements and border crossing procedures, including those affecting minor travelers.
CBP Requirements: U.S. Customs and Border Protection regulations governing entry and exit procedures for minors, including documentation requirements and verification processes.
U.S. Department of State Travel Regulations: Federal guidelines governing international travel requirements, passport issuance, and documentation standards for minors traveling abroad.
International Child Abduction Remedies Act: Federal law implementing the Hague Convention in the U.S., establishing procedures to prevent international child abduction and unauthorized travel.
Hague Convention on International Child Abduction: International treaty providing a framework for addressing international child abduction cases and establishing protocols for international minor travel.
International Parental Kidnapping Crime Act of 1993: Federal criminal statute addressing international parental kidnapping, relevant for international travel authorization requirements.
State-Specific Travel Consent Requirements: Various state laws and regulations governing parental consent requirements for minor travel within and outside state boundaries.
State Notarization Requirements: State-specific laws governing the proper notarization of travel documents and affidavits for minors.
State Custody Laws: State-level legislation governing parental rights and custody arrangements that affect travel authorization for minors.
TSA Regulations: Transportation Security Administration rules governing security screening and documentation requirements for minor travelers.
Airline Minor Travel Policies: Specific requirements and policies set by airlines regarding documentation and procedures for minor travelers.
Notary Public Laws: Federal and state regulations governing the proper execution and authentication of notarized documents, including travel affidavits.
Legal Document Standards: Requirements for the format, content, and execution of legal documents, including specific standards for travel affidavits.
Privacy Protection Regulations: Laws governing the protection and handling of minor's personal information in travel documentation.
