Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative: Federal regulation governing documentation requirements for travel within the Western Hemisphere, including requirements for minors crossing borders
U.S. Customs and Border Protection Requirements: Federal regulations regarding entry and exit requirements for minors, including documentation and verification procedures
U.S. Department of State Travel Regulations: Federal guidelines specific to minor travel, including passport requirements and travel advisory compliance
International Parental Kidnapping Crime Act: Federal law that makes it a crime to remove a child from the United States or retain a child outside the United States with intent to obstruct parental rights
Hague Convention on International Child Abduction: International treaty providing a process for the prompt return of children who have been wrongfully removed to or retained in any contracting state
State-Specific Travel Requirements: Individual state laws and regulations governing minor travel, which may vary by jurisdiction
State Notarization Requirements: State-specific rules regarding the proper notarization of travel consent documents
State Parental Rights Laws: State legislation governing parental rights, custody, and authorization requirements for minor travel
Passport Requirements for Minors: Federal regulations requiring both parents' consent and presence for passport issuance to minors under 16
Proof of Relationship Requirements: Legal requirements for documenting the relationship between the minor and parent/guardian through birth certificates or court orders
Parental Consent Requirements: Legal requirements specifying when both parents' consent is needed and documentation standards for single parent travel
Child Protection Laws: Federal and state regulations designed to protect children from abuse, trafficking, and exploitation during travel
