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Child Travel Consent Form – South Africa
South Africa requires children under 18 travelling across its borders to carry a parental consent affidavit when not accompanied by both parents. Our free South African child travel consent form meets the Department of Home Affairs requirements and must be commissioned before a commissioner of oaths.
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PARENTAL CONSENT AFFIDAVIT FOR MINOR CHILD TO TRAVEL
Immigration Act 13 Of 2002 · Regulation 6(1)(A), Immigration Regulations 2014 · DIRCO / Home Affairs Border Control
CHILD (MINOR)
| FULL NAME | Lebo Nkosi |
| DATE OF BIRTH | 15 March 2018 |
| PASSPORT NO | A12345678 |
| PASSPORT EXPIRY | 14 March 2028 |
TRAVELLING PARENT / GUARDIAN
| FULL NAME | Zanele Nkosi |
| SA ID NO | 8805126800088 |
| PASSPORT NO | B98765432 |
| RELATIONSHIP | Mother |
| CONTACT NO | +27 71 234 5678 |
CONSENTING PARENT / GUARDIAN (DEPONENT)
| FULL NAME | Sipho Nkosi |
| SA ID NO | 9204015800080 |
| PASSPORT NO | C11223344 |
| RELATIONSHIP | Father |
| CONTACT NO | +27 82 456 7890 |
TRAVEL DETAILS
| DESTINATION | Mozambique |
| PURPOSE OF TRAVEL | Family holiday |
| DEPARTURE DATE | 1 June 2026 |
| RETURN DATE | 15 June 2026 |
| FLIGHT / TRANSPORT | SA103 Johannesburg OR Tambo–Maputo; return SA104 Maputo–Johannesburg |
| ACCOMMODATION ABROAD | Polana Serena Hotel, Avenida Julius Nyerere, Maputo, Mozambique |
I, Sipho Nkosi, Identity Number 9204015800080, Passport No C11223344, contact number +27 82 456 7890, being the Father of the minor child Lebo Nkosi (DOB: 15 March 2018, Passport No A12345678), do hereby make solemn oath and declare as follows:
1. I am duly authorised to make this affidavit and have personal knowledge of the facts stated herein.
2. I am the Father of the minor child Lebo Nkosi and I have parental responsibilities and rights in respect of the said child in terms of the Children's Act 38 of 2005.
3. Zanele Nkosi (SA ID No 8805126800088), the Mother of the child, intends to travel with the child to Mozambique for the purpose of Family holiday, departing on 1 June 2026 and returning on 15 June 2026.
2. I am the Father of the minor child Lebo Nkosi and I have parental responsibilities and rights in respect of the said child in terms of the Children's Act 38 of 2005.
3. Zanele Nkosi (SA ID No 8805126800088), the Mother of the child, intends to travel with the child to Mozambique for the purpose of Family holiday, departing on 1 June 2026 and returning on 15 June 2026.
4. I hereby give my full and unconditional consent for the minor child to travel internationally with Zanele Nkosi as described above, in accordance with Regulation 6(1)(a) of the Immigration Regulations, 2014 (promulgated under the Immigration Act 13 of 2002).
5. I am aware that the child carries South African Passport No A12345678 (expiry: 14 March 2028) issued under the South African Passports and Travel Documents Act 4 of 1994.
6. I have not been deprived of my parental responsibilities and rights by any court order, nor is there any court order prohibiting the child from travelling internationally.
5. I am aware that the child carries South African Passport No A12345678 (expiry: 14 March 2028) issued under the South African Passports and Travel Documents Act 4 of 1994.
6. I have not been deprived of my parental responsibilities and rights by any court order, nor is there any court order prohibiting the child from travelling internationally.
7. This consent is granted for the specific travel described herein and does not constitute a general consent for the child to travel internationally on other occasions without my separate written consent.
8. I can be contacted at the number above should border officials or any authority require verification of this consent.
9. I declare that the contents of this affidavit are true and correct and that I am aware that making a false declaration constitutes a criminal offence.
8. I can be contacted at the number above should border officials or any authority require verification of this consent.
9. I declare that the contents of this affidavit are true and correct and that I am aware that making a false declaration constitutes a criminal offence.
DEPONENT: Sipho Nkosi
Signed at: Pretoria Date: 25 April 2026
Signed at: Pretoria Date: 25 April 2026
DEPONENT (CONSENTING PARENT / GUARDIAN)
Sipho Nkosi
SA ID No: 9204015800080
Date: ____________________
NOTARY ACKNOWLEDGMENT
State of ________________________, County of ________________________
On this ______ day of ________________________, 20______, before me personally appeared Sipho Nkosi, known to me (or satisfactorily proven) to be the person whose name is subscribed to the within instrument, and acknowledged that they executed the same for the purposes therein contained.
On this ______ day of ________________________, 20______, before me personally appeared Sipho Nkosi, known to me (or satisfactorily proven) to be the person whose name is subscribed to the within instrument, and acknowledged that they executed the same for the purposes therein contained.
Notary Public Signature
My commission expires: ___________________________
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What Is a Child Travel Consent Form in South Africa?
A child travel consent form is a formal document — typically in the form of a sworn affidavit — in which one or both parents or legal guardians give written consent for a child under 18 to travel internationally without one or both parents. In South Africa, the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) requires children crossing South African borders to carry a parental consent affidavit when they are not accompanied by both parents. This requirement is designed to combat child trafficking and to ensure that both parents (where both have parental responsibilities and rights) have authorised the child's international travel.
The South African requirements for child travel consent are governed by the Immigration Regulations published under the Immigration Act 13 of 2002 (as amended). The regulations specify that a minor who is not accompanied by both parents or a legal guardian when departing or entering South Africa must carry: an original or certified copy of the child's unabridged birth certificate (showing both parents' details); a sworn affidavit from the absent parent consenting to the travel; the absent parent's identity document or passport copy; and, where one parent is deceased, a certified copy of the death certificate. If the child is travelling alone, both parents must provide sworn affidavits. The regulations apply at all South African ports of entry, including OR Tambo International Airport, Cape Town International Airport, King Shaka International Airport, and all land border posts.
The Children's Act 38 of 2005 allocates parental responsibilities and rights — including the right to consent to the child's departure from South Africa — between parents and guardians. Where parents are divorced or separated, the parenting plan or court order may specify who has the right to consent to international travel. A parent who withholds consent unreasonably may be compelled to provide consent by a South African court under Section 24 of the Children's Act. A child medical consent form and child travel consent form should be kept together for children travelling without both parents to ensure comprehensive authorisation for South African immigration and medical emergencies abroad.
What's Covered in This Template
Our South African child travel consent form meets DHA requirements and covers all necessary travel authorisation details.
Child's Personal Details
Child's full name, date of birth, identity number or passport number, and South African address.
Parent or Guardian Consenting
Full name, identity number, and contact details of the parent or guardian giving consent.
Accompanying Adult Details
Full name, identity number, and contact details of the adult accompanying the child (if not the consenting parent).
Travel Details
Destination country or countries, travel dates, mode of travel, and flight or transport details.
Purpose of Travel
Brief description of the purpose — holiday, school trip, sports tournament, visiting family, or other.
Consent Statement
Clear sworn statement that the consenting parent authorises the child to travel to the specified destination for the stated period.
Absent Parent Declaration
Statement explaining why the absent parent is not accompanying the child — travelling separately, single parent, deceased, or incapacitated.
Emergency Contact
Full contact details of both parents (where applicable) and an emergency contact person at the destination.
Medical Consent for Travel Emergencies
Authorisation for emergency medical treatment during travel if the accompanying adult needs to consent on the child's behalf.
Commissioner of Oaths Certification
Prescribed certification block required by DHA — the form must be sworn before a South African commissioner of oaths.
How to Create a South African Child Travel Consent Form
Follow these steps to produce a DHA-compliant child travel consent affidavit for South Africa.
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Confirm DHA Requirements for Your Travel
Check the current DHA requirements for the child's specific travel scenario — with one parent, alone, or with a non-parent adult.
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Enter the Child's and Parent's Details
Record the child's full name, date of birth, passport and identity numbers, and the consenting parent's details.
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State the Travel Details
Specify the destination, travel dates, purpose, and the accompanying adult's details.
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Commission Before a Commissioner of Oaths
Take the unsigned affidavit to a commissioner of oaths (police officer, attorney, notary, or bank official) and sign it in their presence after they administer the oath.
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Assemble the Travel Document Pack
Compile the commissioned consent affidavit, unabridged birth certificate, passport copies, and any other required documents for the border crossing.
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Legal Considerations
South African child travel consent requirements are strictly enforced at all ports of entry — non-compliance may result in the child being refused departure.
This template is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a qualified South African attorney for advice specific to your situation.
Reviewed for South African law
DHA Immigration Regulations for Minor Children
The Immigration Regulations under the Immigration Act 13 of 2002 require children under 18 crossing South African borders unaccompanied by both parents to carry a sworn parental consent affidavit, an unabridged birth certificate, and the absent parent's identity document or passport copy. These requirements apply at all South African ports of entry including airports and land border crossings. South African immigration officials are instructed to enforce these requirements strictly. Children who do not have the required documents may be refused departure and the accompanying adult may face questioning by immigration authorities.
Children's Act and Parental Consent for International Travel
Under the Children's Act 38 of 2005, both parents (where both have parental responsibilities and rights) must consent to a child leaving South Africa for an extended period. Section 18(3) requires the consent of both parents for the removal of a child from South Africa, unless the non-consenting parent has been deprived of guardianship by a court order. Where a parent unreasonably refuses consent, the other parent may apply to a South African High Court under Section 24 of the Children's Act for an order authorising the travel. Parenting plans and divorce orders often include provisions regulating international travel consent.
Child Trafficking and the Hague Convention
The South African child travel consent requirements were strengthened to combat international child trafficking and parental abduction. South Africa is a party to the Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction, which provides for the return of children wrongfully removed to or retained in a signatory country. A parent who removes a child from South Africa without the other parent's consent and without a court order may be guilty of a criminal offence under South African law and subject to proceedings for the child's return under the Hague Convention in the destination country.
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