Stuff To Know About Cancun, Mexico
Minors traveling to Mexico
In Mexico, like many other countries, any person under the age of 18 is considered
a minor. There are strict regulations that govern travel by minors into
Mexico. Every minor must have a tourist card, proof of citizenship and
sometimes other documents listed below.
Minors traveling with both legal parents or guardians: nothing else is
needed - just the tourist card and proof of citizenship (a certified birth certificate will suffice if the minor does not have a passport).
Minors traveling unaccompanied or with anyone other than their legal
parents or guardians: they must obtain an original notarized letter of permission
signed by both parents. If the child is unaccompanied, the airlines will also require the name, address and phone
of the person meeting the unaccompanied minor upon arrival in Mexico.
Minors traveling with only one parent: must have notarized written permission
from the other parent.
In the case of deceased or divorced parents: legal proof must be carried
to accept just one signature on the letter. This proof (death certificate, proof
of sole custody etc.) can also be shown to a notary who can then notarize an
Affidavit of Sole Custody form.
Please Note: If a minor child
is flying to Mexico alone, you will need be aware of the
airlines' rules and costs associated with unaccompanied minors. Most
of the airlines post their rules and costs on their websites, or you may ask
us at the time you book your Palace Resorts Vacation with us.
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