Traveling with your child can be exciting, but it often comes with extra paperwork—especially when one parent is traveling alone or a child is traveling with someone who is not a parent. In Massachusetts, a Parental Travel Authorization notarized by a trusted notary public is an essential document to ensure smooth travel both domestically and internationally.

At Boston Notary Service, we make the process simple, fast, and reliable for families in Boston and surrounding areas.

A Parental Travel Authorization is a legal document granting permission for a child to travel with one parent, a guardian, or another adult. Airlines, border control, and foreign authorities may require this notarized document to prevent child abduction or disputes during travel.

The document typically includes:

• Child’s full name, date of birth, and passport information
• Parent/guardian names and contact details
• Travel dates and destinations
• The name of the accompanying adult (if applicable)
• Signature of the parent(s) granting permission

Important: This document must often be notarized to be valid for international travel.

Notarization adds a layer of authenticity to your travel authorization. A notary public verifies the identity of the signing parent(s) and witnesses the signature, ensuring the document is legally recognized.

At Boston Notary Service, we:

• Offer mobile notary services to come directly to your home, office, or hotel
• Ensure all documents meet Massachusetts legal standards
• Provide fast turnaround, perfect for last-minute travel plans

Whether you’re traveling from Back Bay, Seaport, or South End, or the Greater Boston area we’re just a call away.

Our team specializes in parental travel authorizations and other family-related notarizations. Here’s how we make the process hassle-free:

1. Schedule a Notary Appointment: Book online or call us at 617-230-6676.
2. Prepare Your Documents: We’ll guide you on exactly what to include in your authorization.
3. Meet with Our Notary: Sign the document in front of a licensed Massachusetts notary.
4. Receive Your Notarized Authorization: Ready to travel domestically or internationally.

We also provide apostille services for international travel documents, ensuring they are recognized abroad.

With decades of experience serving families in Boston, we understand the unique needs of parents and guardians traveling with children. Our notaries are familiar with the requirements of Boston Logan International Airport, cruise terminals, and common international destinations.

Don’t let paperwork slow down your family adventures. Contact Boston Notary Service today to notarize your Parental Travel Authorization with confidence.

📞 Call us at 617-230-6676
📧 Email: info@bostonnotaryservice.us
🌐 Schedule online: BostonNotaryService.us 

Travel smart, travel safe—and leave the paperwork to us.