Taking Kids (Not Yours)... Paperwork?

[TarraLee]

We are taking "borrowed" children to WDW in 11 days! Yeah! I am so excited to introduce these little ones to the magic.

But, I know I need some paperwork just in case. I was thinking I would ask their parents for:
1. A copy of the child's birth certificate;
2. A copy of the child's insurance card;
3. A notorized letter authorizing me to take the child on vaccation to Orlando for such and such dates, and to obtain medical care for the child in the parent's absence.

Do you think that's everything I need? I just want to be sure in case anything would happen. Has anyone done this before? Does anyone have a letter or a form they used?

Also, will I need anything for the kids to get on the plane with me? What kind of ID is required for children?

TIA! Getting excited but wanting to make sure I have my ducks in a row

 

[jkovick]

I am not sure abou twhat paperwork is required for flying. When we drove and took my Godson we had a (1) his insurance card and (2)a notarized letter from his parents allowing us to take him from the state and seek medical attention if necessary from x/xx to x/xx date.
We had such a wonderful time, its great to see WDW from a childs prospective. Have a great trip.

 

[disneysteve]

Originally posted by TarraLee
1. A copy of the child's birth certificate;
2. A copy of the child's insurance card;
3. A notorized letter authorizing me to take the child on vaccation to Orlando for such and such dates, and to obtain medical care for the child in the parent's absence.

That should be all you need. Domestic travel isn't much trouble. The real documentation only becomes necessary when you are leaving the country and have to go through customs.

Steve

 

[Jordan's MOM]

You might want a list of any medications the kids take, precriptions for any medication or eyeglasses and anything, medication or food they might be allergic to.

Have fun with the borrowed kids.



jordans' mom

 

[Rebecca12345]

TarraLee: Just to be safe, I'd call the airline & specifically check with their policy (ID required, whatever) that way, you'll avoid any surprises/disappointment... sounds like you have everything covered though

My 2 little ones have passports, but when we show them most everyone says we don't need to....(unless flying international)

Make sure you have with you the parents' phone numbers in case you need to contact them..

Have a great trip!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[papagooch]

You should also go to the Department of Motor Vehicles and get picture ID's for them as well.

 

[TarraLee]

Thanks everyone for the wonderful suggestions. I want to make sure they have a good trip, and hopefully avoid any major issues along the way.

Can't wait to see them see Mickey!!

 

[sweetfeet]

Definitely bring and always carry with you a letter authorizing the adults on the trip to obtain medical care along with list of any medical conditions/allergies and the adult and child's IDs.

We took our young niece who had a seizure while at the MK. The nurse wouldn't treat her until he reviewed the paperwork (always carry it with you!) and the fire rescue wouldn't transport her to the hospital until they reviewed the permission form along with our ID to make sure we were the adults listed in the permission form. Luckily, all was in order, as her fever continued to quickly climb.

Disney was great---they sent my husband and daughter to the hospital in a car, arranged transportation back to POR (then Dixie Landing) for my niece and me, faxed the RX to the pharmacist, had it delivered and charged to our room, quickly installed a fridge for the RX. Luckily, it was a febrile seizure, caused by ear infection, so she was up and about the next day.

Last but certainly not least, I would bring an over the counter pain reliever-fever reducer that the child takes at home. When kids aren't feeling well, they want what they are used to--flavor, texture, etc.

 

[TarraLee]

sweetfeet- Thanks for the warning and tips. So glad everything worked out well for your neice!

I'll make sure to take the med papers everywhere, put them in the backpack. I was going to leave them at the hotel, but your story is just a good reminder that its better safe than sorry! Thanks!

 

[Memaw2Wm]

TarraLee ... I would get the parents to sign and have notarized 2-4 copies of the letter ... keep one with you at all times and leave the others back in your room just in case you lose one or it gets wet and the ink runs ...

 

[jwsqrdplus2]

My DD4.5 is going to visit her grandparents next week in another state. This is what I am sending with her:

Special Power of Attorney (loco parentus): same as the notarized letter you are taking
Medical insurance card
Passport for picture ID (also fills "birth certificate" requirement)
Her medication (she has epilepsy and requires meds daily to keep it under control)
A typed copy of her "schedule" (a little anal, but my in-laws know me well enough to expect nothing less!)

My SIL works for Delta, so she and her parents can fly for free, and DD can fly on a buddy pass at a reduced rate. So, SIL will fly down from Atlanta to pick her up, then fly back to Atlanta with her. Then FIL will bring her home. This is her first trip like this, so I am a little nervous, but I figure all will be well!

 

[ehagerty]

Do you have a Word version of this you could send me?

 

[McCall]

The letter from the parents giving permission for the child to go with you must state where and how long and MUST BE SIGNED BY BOTH PARENTS AND NOTARIZED. THat is needed to fly with children not your own and is even needed if you travel alone with your child must have written permission of other parent.

 

[torinsmom]

THat is needed to fly with children not your own and is even needed if you travel alone with your child must have written permission of other parent.


Is this TRUE? I have had custody of my son for the last 6 years and I have never needed his dad's signature to get medical treatment. We have flown several times as well and never had a problem.


Marsha

 

[Sunbeamblue2002]

Hello,

Just a thought but if they do take any kind of meds besure to leave them in the orginal containers and take just enough plus a few extra don't take the whole batch because some of those cost so much that if something happened I would be sick my self. Also jot down the dose in case you do have to take to ER.

Sunbeamblue

 

[KerriL]

I have traveled many times(domestically)with my children, when my husband could not travel with us and I have never been asked by anyone for a letter of permission.
I believe it is only when you are traveling out of the country.
Come to think of it...I took my kids on the Disney Wonder in 1999 and I never had a letter from my husband for permission.
I'm taking my foster child to WDW in a few weeks and permission had to be given by at least one parent and the State.
Kerri

 

[Traveliz]

I have traveled with niece and nephews and never been asked for letters etc...I do have the medical forms though.

As far as needing permission from the parent...just think how many kids only have one parent period. I think domestically its not a problem at all to travel with your own child and to travel with others with the med forms.

Liz

 

[NotUrsula]

Notorized "Permission to travel" that is signed by both parents is only needed when entering or leaving countries. Not all countries require it; only those who have extradition agreements regarding parental abduction. If a child is travelling with a male and female adult, the immigration officials may or may not ask to see it.
DS and I have different surnames, and last month an immigration official at Heathrow asked DS (7) if his mom knew he was in England. He said, "I don't know." At that point he turned around and asked me, "Mom, do you know that I'm in England?" The officer laughed.

If you have sole custody or are widowed, the requirement is that you carry your custody papers or the death certificate of the deceased parent. The rule is kind of spottily enforced at this point, but I think it's a good thing; it would be so easy to get on a plane with your child and disappear forever on the other side of the world before anyone knows he's gone.

 

[ehagerty]

Thank you for all the information you have provided so far.....

Some additional parameters....

1. Travel will be domestic (to Orlando, only)
2. We are taking my son's buddy (no custody issues, here)
3. Concerns:
--- airport security / travel - any issues / hassles with him accompanying us on air travel (he definitely doesn't look like us)
--- medical attention in the event of accident / injury (no known allergies or existing medication issues)