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Mexico with a non-family minor

sblank23
Explorer C

We are traveling to Los Cabos  as a family with a 16 year old family friend.  He has a valid passport.  Will we be required to show any other documentation such as a notarized consent to travel form signed by his parents, copies of his parents identification or his original birth certificate?  He is a legal citizen and his parents are from El Salvador.

 

Thank you!

Sandra

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Re: Mexico with a non-family minor

franktravel
Aviator B

Children, regardless of age, must have a valid passport book in order to travel. Depending on the Customer’s circumstances and travel itinerary, additional travel document requirements may be imposed by the originating and/or destination country. Many governments have initiated procedures at entry and exit points, which may include requiring documentary evidence of relationship and permission for the child’s travel from the non-traveling parent(s) and/or legal guardian(s). In the case of a child traveling without either legal parents or guardians, Customers must follow the guidelines provided by the country of destination.