Travelling with Kids

If you are traveling with children, you must carry identification, such as a birth certificate, proof of citizenship or student visa for each child less than 18 years of age.

Divorced parents who share custody of their children should carry copies of the legal custody documents. Adults who are not parents or guardians must have written permission from the parents or guardians to accompany the children.

Customs officers are often looking for missing children and may ask questions about the children who are travelling with you.

For more detailed information on bringing children into Canada visit cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/publications/pub/rc4161-eng.html#P004.