What is a Child Travel Power of Attorney (POA)?
A Child Travel POA is a legal document that grants permission for a minor to travel outside the UAE without their legal guardian. This authorization allows an appointed individual to accompany the child and act as their guardian during the journey. For the document to be legally valid, it must be notarized by a regulated notary.
As a regulated private notary in Dubai, we can assist you in obtaining a notarized travel authorization quickly and efficiently online.
Legal Basis for Child Travel Authorization
The UAE Personal Status Law (Federal Law No. 28 of 2005) and its amendments establish that parental or guardian consent is essential for a child to travel abroad.
Key Legal Provisions
- Article 149: A child’s custodian cannot take the child abroad without written consent from the legal guardian. If the guardian refuses, the matter can be escalated to a court.
- Article 150: A mother cannot travel with her child without the father’s written approval while married or during the waiting period after a revocable divorce.
- Article 151: A father (or any other guardian) cannot take the child abroad during the custody period without the custodian’s written consent.
Requirements for Child Travel Authorization in the UAE
To obtain a notarized Child Travel POA, the following conditions must be met:
- If the child is traveling with the custodian, written consent from the legal guardian (father or grandfather) is required.
- If the child is traveling with the legal guardian, written consent from the custodian (e.g., mother) is necessary.
- If there is no legal guardian available, the consent must come from a court-appointed guardian.
- The approval must be explicit and unambiguous, as implied or vague approvals are not legally recognized.
- The travel authorization must specify the destination country.
- The approval must indicate the intended duration of travel.
Required Documents for Child Travel POA
To issue a parent approval for child travel, you need to provide:
- Child’s birth certificate.
- Child’s Emirates ID and passport.
- Passport of the person accompanying the child.
Steps to Obtain a Child Travel POA
- Consult a Private Notary: The first step is to contact a private notary to verify the required documents and legal procedures.
- Prepare the Required Documents: Gather all necessary documents before proceeding with the application.
- Attend the Notary Appointment: Meet with the private notary either in person or via online video conferencing.
- Sign the Travel Authorization: The guardian or custodian must sign the POA, and if required, the accompanying person should sign as well.
- Notary Certification: The private notary will verify, certify, and register the document with the relevant authorities to ensure its legal validity.
Sample Child Travel Authorization Form
Below is a sample of a notarized Child Travel POA. You can also download the travel consent form for minor dubai in Word or PDF format:
| I, the undersigned, the guardian of the child:
Name: ___________ Nationality: __________ Emirates ID Number: __________ Address: __________
I hereby declare, with full legal capacity that allows me to declare and enforce the actions, that:
I have agreed to the travel of the child ____________ Nationality: _________ Emirates ID Number: _____ Address: _____ to the country of _____ for a period of _____
In the company of Mr. / Mrs. ____________ Nationality: _________ Emirates ID Number: _________ Address: ____________
My consent is limited only to this country and for that period, and I do not agree to travel with the child to any other country, or to extend the period of his travel except after consulting me and obtaining my consent.
I, the undersigned, the custodian of the child: Mr. / Mrs. ____________ Nationality: _________ Emirates ID Number: _________ Address: ____________
I hereby acknowledge my acceptance of everything stated in this declaration, and I pledge to bear full legal responsibility for any breach thereof.
Child’s Guardian: Child’s Custodial:
Name: ____________ Name: ____________
Signature: ____________ Signature: ____________
Date: ____________ Date: ____________ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is legal guardianship under UAE law?
Legal guardianship refers to the responsibility of caring for and making important decisions regarding a minor’s welfare, including their travel, education, and upbringing. It includes the authority to approve travel plans.
Can a guardian keep the child’s passport?
Under Article 157 of the UAE Personal Status Law, a guardian has the right to retain the child’s passport. However, if the child needs to travel, the guardian must hand over the passport to the custodian. If there is a dispute, the court may decide who should hold the passport.
At what age can a child travel without guardian consent?
A minor can travel without guardian approval once they reach 18 years of age, provided they are of sound mind and do not have any legal incapacities such as mental illness.
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Abdul Hamid is a legal consultant with extensive experience in providing legal advice in the United Arab Emirates. His expertise focuses on legal drafting, resolving commercial disputes, and drafting and reviewing corporate and employment contracts.