If you are unsure, call the hotline or visit a DSWD office for a preliminary assessment. Do not risk travel disruption at the airport.

| Scenario | Required? | |----------|------------| | Minor travels with | No (only passport, birth cert) | | Minor travels with one parent + consent from the other parent (notarized) | No (notarized affidavit is enough) | | Minor travels with one parent + the other parent is deceased | No (submit death certificate) | | Minor travels with one parent + the other parent is unable to provide consent (missing, abroad, no contact) | Yes – DSWD needed | | Minor travels with grandparent, aunt/uncle, family friend, etc. | Yes – DSWD needed | | Minor travels alone (unaccompanied minor) | Yes – DSWD needed |