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title: "“I can travel alone with my child to any country without the other parent’s authorisation.”"
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published_at: "2026-08-13T17:30:00+00:00"
modified_at: "2026-08-07T17:17:49+00:00"
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excerpt: "Under the law, this statement is a MYTH. Travelling with a minor without the other parent may require additional precautions. Depending on the destination and the family circumstances, specific authorisation or additional documentation may be required. What does Caiado Guerreiro..."
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In its Myth or Fact? series, Caiado Guerreiro addresses legal questions that are particularly relevant during the holiday and travel season.

[Articles](https://www.caiadoguerreiro.com/en/artigos/)
 13/08/2026

Under the law, this statement is a **MYTH**.

Travelling with a minor without the other parent may require additional precautions. Depending on the destination and the family circumstances, specific authorisation or additional documentation may be required.

**What does Caiado Guerreiro recommend?**

Before travelling, always check the requirements of the destination country and confirm which documents are required when travelling with a minor.

The content of this information does not constitute any specific legal advice; the latter can only be given when faced with a specific case. Please contact us for any further clarification or information deemed necessary in what concerns the application of the law.

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