At First Law Solicitors, we prepare and certify travel consent letters for children travelling outside the United Kingdom. These letters confirm that a parent or guardian has given permission for a child to travel, whether the child is travelling alone, with one parent, or with another adult such as a relative, teacher or group leader. Our solicitors ensure that each consent letter meets the documentary standards required by airlines, immigration authorities and foreign border officials, helping to prevent disruption or delay to travel plans.
A travel consent letter is a written document confirming that a child has permission to travel abroad from all parents or guardians who hold parental responsibility. It is commonly requested by border officers, airlines or foreign embassies as evidence that the journey has been properly authorised.
The letter usually includes the child’s full details, travel dates, destination and the names of any accompanying adults. To be legally recognised, it must be signed by the relevant parent or guardian and properly witnessed or certified. Our solicitors can draft a travel consent letter on your behalf or certify a document you have already prepared, ensuring that it contains all required information and valid signatures.
A solicitor-certified travel consent letter is often required when a child is travelling with only one parent and the other parent is not present, when the child is travelling with relatives, friends or school staff, or when the journey involves international travel linked to visa or embassy applications. Airlines or border officials may also specifically request that the consent letter is witnessed or certified by a solicitor.
Our certification confirms that the signatures on the letter are genuine and that parental consent has been properly verified.
We aim to make the process straightforward and secure. During your appointment, our solicitor will check your identity and confirm that you hold parental responsibility for the child. We review the child’s passport details and the travel information, witness your signature and provide solicitor certification confirming that consent has been properly given.
Where required, we can prepare the consent letter in the correct format for presentation to embassies or consular authorities. We also assist with certification for multiple children or group travel arrangements.
Since 2025, solicitor-certified travel consent letters may also be issued digitally under the Digital Verification Services framework. Our firm uses secure video verification and Qualified Electronic Signatures to confirm parental identity and consent.
This option is particularly helpful for parents living abroad or for separated families where one parent cannot attend an appointment in person. Digital certification is recognised by UK authorities and by many international airlines and border agencies under current electronic document standards. All records are securely stored and fully traceable, providing clear evidence of authenticity.
All family and travel documentation is handled with care and discretion. Personal information is protected in accordance with UK GDPR and the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025, under the supervision of the Information Commission, formerly the ICO. Original passports and documents are checked during the appointment and returned immediately, while certified copies and digital records are stored securely within encrypted systems.
At First Law Solicitors, we understand that arrangements for children travelling abroad can be sensitive and time-critical. We ensure that each travel consent letter is properly prepared, witnessed and certified so that your child’s journey can proceed smoothly.
Our solicitors are experienced in preparing consent letters that meet the requirements of airlines, embassies and immigration authorities worldwide. We provide clear advice, efficient certification and flexible appointment options, including remote digital witnessing where appropriate.
If you need a solicitor-certified travel consent letter for a child travelling abroad, contact First Law Solicitors today. We offer prompt appointments and digital options for parents based in the United Kingdom or overseas.
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