Consent — child with a guardian
Consent for a child travelling with a non-parent.
Can a child travel consent letter be done online in Ontario?
We confirm this for your situation.
Depending on how the letter is used, it is offered as a commissioned declaration (possible by video) or a witnessed letter (in person). We confirm which before you book.
- Travel details
- Government photo ID
- Drafted letter
How it works with enotarypublic
You give us the travel and child details and the drafted letter. We confirm whether it is commissioned by video or witnessed in person for your situation.
Recommended, not required: A consent letter is recommended by the Government of Canada but is not a legal requirement. The destination country's border officials decide what they accept.
General legal information for Ontario residents, not formal legal advice.
What this covers
When a child travels with a grandparent, relative or other adult, a parent or guardian provides a sworn consent letter naming the accompanying adult and the travel details.
When you’d need it
- Child travelling with a relative
- Child travelling with a group
- Guardian-accompanied trips
- Where a carrier requests proof
General information only — not legal advice. Whether this can be completed online depends on the document and the receiving institution; we confirm before you book.
Related situations
Consent to travel letters — common questions
Is a child travel consent letter legally required?▾
It is recommended by the Government of Canada but is not a legal requirement. Border officials of the destination country decide what they accept.
Can a travel consent letter be done online?▾
Depending on how it will be used, it is offered as a commissioned declaration (possible by video where eligible) or a witnessed letter (in person). We confirm which applies to your situation before you book.
Who needs to sign it?▾
The non-accompanying parent(s) or guardian(s). Bring the drafted letter, valid photo ID, and the travel and child details.
More general questions are answered on our FAQ page.