Should I bring neice's birth certificate?

[brandip22]

My sister just finally decided my neice can go with DS (3), Dh and I to WDW in Sept. She will be 9 then and looks even younger, but I'm wondering if I should bring her birth certificate to prove her age just in case? Her Mom's not even sure where it is, but will get one if we need it. What do y'all think? Thanks in advance!

 

[Lizzybee]

My kids have military ID because my ex husband was in the military so we bring those. I almost had to use it for my 10 yr old son, he's very small for his age and they didn't want to let him use his ticket. He started to put it in and do the two finger thing and they said "whooaaa wait a minute that can't be right." At least he's not sensitive about being small.

 

[oogieboogie]

Just bring a copy of it if it'll ease your mind. They probably won't ask.

What's more important is your sister needs to give you a letter stating that if any medical emergencies should arise, you have the power to make decisions on her behalf. Also bring her medical insurance card. That is the most important piece of paperwork you need to bring.

 

[brandip22]

Thanks guys- I'll probably bring it just in case. I already planned on the medical card as Oogie suggested- Thanks y'all!

 

[golfgal]

My kids have military ID because my ex husband was in the military so we bring those. I almost had to use it for my 10 yr old son, he's very small for his age and they didn't want to let him use his ticket. He started to put it in and do the two finger thing and they said "whooaaa wait a minute that can't be right." At least he's not sensitive about being small.

What about him not looking 10 didn't they like? Our oldest is 12 but he looks a lot younger, do we need to worry about that for some reason? I can see a problem with a younger kid looking older. Maybe I need to make some copies of their birth certificates (they twins, who are 10 are taller then DS12-he hasn't figured this out yet, which is a good thing-the twins just passed him up over the past week or so).

 

[AJKMOM]

It sounds from your post that your sister won't be along on the trip. In that case, you should have permission forms, ID, etc.since you will be the legal guardian.

 

[Lizzybee]

It wasn't a huge deal just one cast member seemed to think his park hopper couldn't have been his. I had his Mililtary ID with me just in case anyway but I just had to quietly tell the CM "yes he's ten, he doesn't look it but he is." After all...who in their right mind would pay junior rates when they could pay a kid's rate.

 

[golfgal]

It wasn't a huge deal just one cast member seemed to think his park hopper couldn't have been his. I had his Mililtary ID with me just in case anyway but I just had to quietly tell the CM "yes he's ten, he doesn't look it but he is." After all...who in their right mind would pay junior rates when they could pay a kid's rate.

That is what I was thinking but I thought maybe there were age restrictions on the rides or something. I won't worry about it then.

 

[brandip22]

No, her mom will not be with us. So, I am planning on bringing her birth certificate, a medical card and a permission form- should I get that notarized? What else just for her? Thanks again you guys!

 

[oogieboogie]

Yes, do get it notarized. That way it becomes a legal document and you won't be questioned on it.

Get a list of her allergies, especially allergies to medications.

 

[areno79]

We're bringing my 2 cousins (9 and 11) for their first trip to the World in May. Their mom filled out a Temporary Guardianship form and had it notarized (one form for each kid). Some hospitals won't do anything if the letter isn't notarized, so we did it just in case. We're also bringing their insurance cards and copies of their birth certificates

 

[pongoperdigirl]

Yes, do get it notarized. That way it becomes a legal document and you won't be questioned on it.

Get a list of her allergies, especially allergies to medications.

Please dont' flame...just because you get an item notarized does not mean that it becomes a legal document. All the notary is doing is verifying that the person actually signed it, the item can be acknowledged which only means that someone agrees that they willfully signed the document and the other is an oath that means that the person agrees that they know what they are signing. All a notary can do is say yes, that is the person who signed it and verify that they signed it.

 

[CRBGMASTER]

This might be a stupid question but where do you get something
noterized, and how much does it cost?

 

[pongoperdigirl]

This might be a stupid question but where do you get something
noterized, and how much does it cost?

Well if you were near me I would notarize it for free But, you can usually go to some place that does mailing..like mail boxes etc, or something like that. You can also go to the county clerk I think. They may charge, but there is a legal limit on how much you can charge, and it isn't all that much.

 

[areno79]

Don't forget about your local bank, most banks (around here anyway) can provide notaries as well

 

[brandip22]

IN most states, you can find notaries almost anywhere. Hoever, in Louisiana, we have the Napoleonic code and crazy laws, so it is very difficult to get your Notary License. You take a class and a hug 8-hour long test that is compared to the bar exam. So, here, it would cost a little more than elsewhere, but still less than $50. Our notaries can do more than most as well, though. YMMV depending on your state laws. But, I will get it notarized just in case- I have plenty of friends who are notaries and DH is currently taking the course as well! Thanks for your advice everyone!