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Parental Consent Affidavit ZA

Home AffairsRef: http://www.dha.gov.za/files/Parental-Consent-Letter_Suggested-Format_v8.pdf

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Source domain: dha.gov.za

Collected on 28 June 2026

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What this means

The document is a suggested format for a parental consent letter used when a minor under 18 travels to or from South Africa. It outlines the information needed from parents or legal guardians, including travel dates, contact details of the receiving person, and required attachments like birth certificates and IDs. The form is valid for up to six months and must be completed by both parents if their names are on the child’s birth certificate.

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Parental Consent Letter for Minor Travel

A document that allows a minor under the age of 18 to travel to or from South Africa with the consent of their parent(s) or legal guardian(s). It must include details of the child, the travel dates, the person receiving the child in South Africa, and supporting documents such as birth certificates and IDs.

Who it is for: parents, legal guardians, and minors under 18 traveling internationally
How to act on it: Complete the form with required personal and travel details, attach all specified documents, and submit it when required by immigration authorities or travel agents

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I/We* hereby declare my/our consent that my/our daughter/son whose Birth Certificate (BC) is attached may travel to and from South Africa:

Facts

Reference

http://www.dha.gov.za/files/Parental-Consent-Letter_Suggested-Format_v8.pdf

Key Takeaways

Parental Consent Letter
minor travel
under 18
six months
birth certificate
passport
ID
Department of Home Affairs
South Africa
Department of Home Affairs
Mother
Father
Legal Guardian