If your child/children (under age 18) are traveling to Mexico with only one parent
or without either parent, please click US State Dept. When the window opens,
scroll down to the paragraph titled 'Minors.'
The US State Department's page does seem to indicate that each child must
have an original affidavit.
For your convenience three sample affidavits are provided. We have researched
this issue through the US State Department and the Mexico Tourism Board.
We believe these form affidavits to be appropriate, but we DO NOT warrant or
guarantee they are functional in all situations.
For a parent traveling with minor children but without their spouse, click
For a parent with sole custody (unmarried, divorced, or widowed), click
It is also recommended that sole parents should carry proof (divorce decree, death certificate) that he/she is a sole parent.
You should consult the US Department of State, your airline,
and a Mexican Consulate office for the most current requirements.
This information is provided by us as a service only.
Ultimately it is the traveler's responsibility to carry proper documents.
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