United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP) requests written consent from both parents or the parent who is not accompanying the minor for minors (those less than 18 years of age) traveling to the U.S. alone or accompanied by only one parent. This written consent must be in English.
Do 15 year olds need ID to fly on Southwest?
Will minors need an ID to fly domestically? Neither Southwest Airlines nor the TSA require children under 18 to provide identification when traveling within the United States. There is, however, an exception for Unaccompanied Minors traveling on Southwest Airlines.
Can a 15 year old travel without parents?
How old do you have to be to go on a plane without a parent?
Children over the age of 12 can usually fly without a chaperone, but it's always best to check with your airline. Once your child is 16 or older, in most cases they are considered an adult with respect to flying arrangements.
What is the consent for a minor to travel?
If the child is traveling with only one of their custodial parents, they must have a letter of consent, preferably in English and notarized, from the other parent or signed by both parents.
What airline lets you fly alone at 15?
Unaccompanied minors can travel on both domestic and international flights, as long as it is nonstop on United or United Express. Young adults ages 15 to 17 can travel alone on any United or United Express flight, or they can choose to opt into the unaccompanied minor service.