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A parent with sole custody travels abroad with their child. What should they carry?

A copy of the custody document.

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  2. The child's report card
  3. A copy of the custody document ✔

Why: USAGov says a parent with sole custody should carry a copy of the custody document. It documents the traveling parent's custody status.

Huh, didn't know that: All children, even infants, need their own travel documents to enter the US.

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Why did the custody papers go on the trip? They wanted to be in good hands.
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Answer: A copy of the custody document. USAGov says a parent with sole custody should carry a copy of the custody document. It documents the traveling parent's custody status.

  1. International travel documents for children (USAGov) www.usa.gov/travel-documents-children
    A parent with sole custody of the child they are traveling with should carry a copy of the custody document.
    Checked 2026-10-12.
  2. International travel documents for children (USAGov) www.usa.gov/travel-documents-children
    All children, including infants, must have their own travel documents
    Checked 2026-10-12.

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