ask
Search
Ask
Answered9 months ago

Do I need a notarized consent letter for my child to travel abroad if both parents are not present?

Roxanne *****
asked Jan 27, 2026
674
views
4
replies
1
likes
Has anyone had the embassy request an original letter of notarized consent for the minor to travel abroad from mother and father/ legal guardian if the applicant is traveling alone? Our children won't be traveling without one of us so I'm not sure if it applies to us or how to word the letter. This is for DTV, mine has already been approved.
Answer summary
The inquiry pertains to whether a notarized consent letter is necessary for minors traveling abroad when only one parent or legal guardian accompanies them, with specific reference to applications regarding DTV visas. Various commenters share their experiences, indicating that such letters are often requested in different countries and that while some have traveled without issues, others have had to provide documentation.
4 repliesnewest first
5

Click comment and we will ask for your email, then OTP, then name.

Anonymous ******************
Anonymous ******************
What does “our children won’t be traveling without one of us” mean? They will travel with just one parent?

I did it a dozen times all over the world, no questions asked ever. I only have a photo of birth certificates saved on my Google Drive, just in case, but I never had to show it to anyone.
Derek *****
Derek *****
I had to get one when leaving Thailand and in the US, I also needed one to exit the country. Pretty standard.
Holly ********
Holly ********
I’d also like to know the answer xx
Anonymous ******************
Anonymous ******************
Following as I would like to know the answer as well !

Activity

5 joined
Roxanne *****
Roxanne *****
Roxanne *****
Roxanne *****
Roxanne *****
5
people
Destination Thailand Visa (DTV)
...members
Member 1
Member 2
Member 3
Member 4
Member 5

Related

25
Do UK citizens only need to show 500k THB for one month when applying for a DTV in Thailand and can they apply from abroad?
1.5k13151mo
Can children on a Thai DTV visa enroll in schools while in Thailand?
1.1k7124mo
What are the implications of a recent job loss and fluctuating bank balance when applying for a DTV visa in Thailand?
2.4k1705mo
Why was my DTV visa application rejected in Hanoi despite comprehensive documentation?
1.1k4225mo
Can DTV holders still use the online portal for 90-day reports in Thailand?
1.8k8335mo
Do I need to carry 20,000 baht cash when returning to Thailand with a pending DTV Visa?
1.9k12276mo
What should I include in my motivation letter when switching from a retirement visa to a DTV in Thailand?
20417mo
What is the best visa option for an Australian expat in Thailand with a new remote job: Remote Work DTV or Soft Power DTV?
406238mo
Do I need a notarized consent letter for my minor to travel abroad if only one parent is present?
29319mo
What are the rules for 90-day reporting and border exits on a DTV visa in Thailand?
5.4k484910mo
Can I switch from a DTV visa to a work visa in Thailand?
1.3k3410mo
Can my wife work remotely in Thailand on a DTV visa as my dependent?
2.6k19171y
What is the process for obtaining a DTV remote working visa through the Jakarta Embassy?
404121y
Can I apply for an adult child with a disability as a dependent on my Thailand DTV visa?
1.6k12101y
Can I apply for a DTV visa while in Bangkok if I work for a Hong Kong company?
523221y
When should I apply for a DTV to Thailand, and how can I handle receipt privacy as a healthcare provider?
639361y
Can visa-waiver applicants apply for a DTV visa and travel to Thailand on a tourist waiver simultaneously?
1.8k13172y
Is TM30 reporting required every time you re-enter Thailand with a DTV, and do you need it for 90-day reports?
647222y
Can I sponsor my non-working wife on my DTV visa in Thailand?
3.4k34152y
Can I switch from a SMART T Visa to a DTV while in Thailand?
1.5k1262y
How should I approach my DTV visa application as a remote worker with family in Thailand?
2.5k18232y
Can you change from a Non-O marriage visa to a DTV in Thailand?
952322y
Can Americans Applying for a DTV Visa Face Issues Proving Their Location?
5.3k56202y
Why don't freelance photographers qualify for DTV in Thailand if their clients are abroad?
3.9k29302y
What are the document requirements and processing time for applying for the DTV visa from South Korea?
2k1252y

Resources

Need help with your DTV visa?