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The WAICU Travel Solutions Program would like to
make travel as stress free as possible. Please keep
the following information in mind when preparing
to fly. Click on one of the following sections
for detailed information:
Terror-Alert.com
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REQUIREMENTS: Passport
Requirements
- Checking in for Flights
- Photo Identification
- International Documentation
- Guidelines for Checking In on
Domestic Flights (including Hawaii)
- Guidelines for Checking In on
International Flights
- Making Connecting Flights
- Domestic Luggage Allowance
- International Luggage Allowance
- Transporting Special Equipment
- Beware of What You Can Pack
- Airport Security
- Traveling Comfortably in an
Airplane
- Combating Jet Lag
- Flying
during Pregnancy
- Traveling with Children
- Useful Websites
PASSPORTS
New Requirement
New Requirements for Travelers Between the
United States and the Western Hemisphere
Travelers to and from the Caribbean, Bermuda, Panama,
Mexico and Canada will be required to have a passport
or other secure, accepted document to enter or re-enter
the United States. This is a change from prior travel
requirements and will affect all United States citizens
entering the United States from countries within the
Western Hemisphere who do not currently possess valid
passports. This new requirement will also affect certain
foreign nationals who currently are not required to
present a passport to travel to the United States.
Most Canadian citizens, citizens of the British Overseas
Territory of Bermuda, and to a lesser degree, Mexican
citizens will be affected by the implementation of
this requirement.
Frequently Asked Questions
about the New Travel Document Requirements (FAQs)
What is the new travel document requirement?
All travelers to and from the Caribbean, Bermuda,
Panama, Canada or Mexico will be required to have
a passport or other accepted document that establishes
the bearer’s identity and nationality to enter
or re-enter the United States. This is a change from
prior travel requirements. The goal is to strengthen
border security and facilitate entry into the United
States for U.S. citizens and legitimate foreign visitors.
This new requirement will be known as the Western
Hemisphere Travel Initiative.
Who does this requirement affect?
All United States citizens traveling within the Western
Hemisphere who do not currently possess valid passports
will be affected.
Certain foreign nationals who currently are not required
to present a passport to travel to the United States,
namely most Canadian citizens, citizens of the British
Overseas Territory of Bermuda, and Mexican citizens
will also be affected.
When will the new travel initiative requirement
be implemented?
The travel initiative requirements will be rolled
out in phases, providing as much advance notice as
possible to the affected public to enable them to
meet the terms of the new guidelines.
The proposed timeline is as follows:
- December 31, 2005
– Passport or other accepted document required
for all travel (air/sea) to or from the Caribbean,
Bermuda, Central and South America.
- December 31, 2006
– Passport or other accepted document required
for all air and sea travel to or from Mexico and Canada.
- December 31, 2007
– Passport or other accepted document required
for all air, sea and land border crossings.
How Do I get a passport?
U.S. citizens may visit the Passport section of this
website at www.state.gov/passport/passport_1738.html
for information on how to apply for a U.S. passport.
You should allow yourself a sufficient amount of time
to apply and receive your passport in advance of travel.
Please allow 6-8 weeks for processing of U.S. passport
applications.
Peak U.S. passport processing is between January and
July. For faster service, we recommend applying between
August and December.
Foreign nationals should contact their respective
governments to obtain passports.
Other than a passport, what types of documents will
be acceptable under this initiative?
The passport is the document of choice because of
the incorporated advanced security features. Individuals
traveling to the Caribbean, Bermuda, Panama, Mexico
or Canada are encouraged to obtain a passport.
Checking
In for Flights
At most airports, a boarding pass and ID are now required
to pass through the security checkpoint to your flights
departure gate. Boarding passes are issued upon check-in.
Check-in can now be done several ways.
Most major US air carriers offer e-ticket passengers
two easy, self-service check-in options:
- On-line Check-In
is available online up to 36 hours but not later
than 60 minutes prior to flight departure. Please
refer to your airlines website or ask the WAICU
Travel Desk for more information.
- Self-service Check-in
Kiosks are located at most airports throughout
North America.
Passengers with paper tickets must
check-in at the airlines ticket counter at the airport.
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Photo Identification
A government-issued picture ID is
required to check in all passengers 18 years of age
and older.
International
Documentation
Proper documentation is required for entry into foreign
countries. Check with the WAICU Travel Desk or the
appropriate consulates and embassies prior to your
departure to confirm all documentation requirements.
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Guidelines
for Checking In on Domestic Flights (including
Hawaii)
Recommended arrival time for domestic flights is at
least 75 minutes prior to departure.
To ensure an on-time departure, reservations and advance
seat assignments may be cancelled if the passenger
has not checked in and received a boarding pass at
least 30 minutes prior to departure and/or is not
onboard the aircraft at least 15 minutes prior to
departure. If you are checking luggage, you must do
so no later than 30 minutes prior to departure for
flights between the 50 U.S. States. All passenger
reservations are subject to cancellation, and passengers
may not be eligible for denied boarding compensation.
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Guidelines for Checking
In on International Flights (including Canada/Mexico/Caribbean/Puerto
Rico)
Recommended arrival time for international flights
is at least 2 hours prior to departure.
All reservations and advance seat assignments may
be cancelled if the passenger has not checked in and
received a boarding pass at least 60 minutes prior
to departure and may not be eligible for denied boarding
compensation if they are not onboard the aircraft
at least 30 minutes prior to departure. If you are
checking luggage, you must do so no later than 60
minutes for international flights, including Canada,
Mexico, Puerto Rico, the Caribbean, Europe and Asia.
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Making
Connecting Flights
Be sure to incorporate connection time into your travel
plans. When flying domestically, it's best to allow
at least 30 minutes to make your connecting
flight. If your flight includes an international
leg, 1 hour is the recommended connection time for
most gateways, but your WAICU Travel Desk can provide
exact requirements.The WAICU Travel Desk will be able
to provide you with specific information pertaining
to the airport in which you will be making your connection(s).
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Free
Luggage Allowance -
Domestic Free Luggage Allowance
1.
Checked Luggage (DOMESTIC)
For domestic travel on most U.S. carriers each ticketed
passenger is allowed up to two pieces
of checked luggage. Maximum weight for each bag
is typically 50 pounds (23kg) and
a maximum total linear dimension (length plus width
plus height) of 62 inches (158 cm). Excess baggage
is subject to surcharges.
TIP: Do not lock your checked luggage.
Security officials may have to open your bag in
the screening process. Security officials are not
liable for damage caused to locked bags that must
be opened for security purposes
TIP: Avoid wrapping your gifts
prior to travel. Wrapped packages must be opened
for inspection by airport security.
2.
Carry-On Luggage (DOMESTIC)
When luggage is carried on-board the aircraft, it
must be of a size and shape to allow for storage
in aircraft overhead compartments, or underneath
the seat in front of the passenger. Each person
is allowed to carry on-board the aircraft one piece
of luggage. This piece of luggage must not exceed
45 linear inches (9 inches by 14 inches by 22 inches)
and also must not exceed 40 pounds. In addition
to this one piece of carry-on luggage, customers
may also carry on-board a purse, briefcase, laptop
computer, or other special items such as:
- Crutches, Cane, Brace, Prosthesis, Collapsible
manual wheelchair
- One stroller Infant car sea, Infant diaper bag,
Reading material
- Camera/film, Coat, Umbrella
Luggage not meeting these specifications
must be transported as checked luggage.
All items not needed in-flight should be checked.
Passengers should carry on medicine, keys, important
papers, and travel documents (passport).
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International Free Luggage Allowance
1.
Checked Luggage (INTERNATIONAL)
For international travel between the United States
and Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean (including
Puerto Rico), most airlines will accept up to two
pieces of checked luggage weighing no more than
50 pounds (23kg) and a maximum total linear dimension
(length plus width plus height) of 62 inches (158
cm) per bag.
For all other international travel
to/from the United States/Canada, most airlines
will accept a total of two pieces of checked luggage,
subject to maximum weight limitation, which is 70
lbs. (32 kgs) per piece and not more than 62 linear
inches (158 cm) per piece. For international travel
outside the United States/Canada (example: within
or between other foreign countries), the maximum
checked luggage weight limitation is 44 lbs. (20
kgs).
For information on charges for
checking luggage that exceeds the free allowance,
or that is over the weight and/or size limits outlined
in the international free luggage policy above,
please contact the WAICU Travel Desk.
TIP: Do not lock
your checked luggage. Security officials may have
to open your bag in the screening process. Security
officials are not liable for damage caused to locked
bags that must be opened for security purposes.
TIP: Avoid wrapping your gifts
prior to travel. Wrapped packages must be opened
for inspection by airport security.
2. Carry-On Luggage
Most airlines will accept one carry-on item, with
a maximum outside linear dimension of 45 inches
(115 cm) and not more than 40 lbs. (18kgs). This
piece must be of a size and shape to fit under the
seat in front of the passenger, or in an enclosed
overhead compartment. In addition to the one piece
of carry-on luggage, customers may also carry a
purse, briefcase, laptop computer, or other special
items such as:
- Crutches, Cane, Brace, Prosthesis, Collapsible
manual wheelchair
- One stroller Infant car sea, Infant diaper bag,
Reading material
- Camera/film, Coat, Umbrella
Luggage not meeting these specifications
must be transported as checked luggage.
All items not needed in-flight should be checked.
Passengers should carry on medicine, keys, important
papers, and travel documents (passport).
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Transporting Special
Equipment
Child Car Seat
Most airlines accept car seats in addition to normal
carry on or checked luggage provided approved space
is available. When checking your car seat on a US
Domestic or International flight you can bring your
car seat to the gate to be loaded there. If checking
a car seat as luggage the original box/packaging should
be used. Liability release form must be signed.
Electronic
Devices
Most airlines accept and allow in-flight use of the
following electronic devices unless restricted by
the Captain:
- Beepers
- Calculators
- Compact Disc Players
- Laptop Computers
- Electronic Games
- Electronic Shavers
- Tape Players
- Voice Recorders
All portable electronic devices must be used under
their own battery power. All devices must be stowed
during take off and landing.
Note: All laptop computers must be
removed from the laptop case at the security checkpoint
and the laptop and empty laptop case will be subject
to x-ray and additional screening.
Garment Bags
Most airlines accept garment bags as either checked
or carry on luggage included in your free allowance.
Garment bags and backpacks made of easily torn material
are accepted as checked luggage provided that the
passenger signs a liability release form. When bringing
your garment bag or backpack onboard it must be stowed
under the seat in front, in the overhead bin, or closet.
Garment bags should have no more than three hangers.
Syringes/Needles
On Board
Most airlines allow passengers to bring syringes/needles
on board if the passenger also has in their possession
medication that has a professionally printed label
identifying the medication or a manufacturer's name
or pharmaceutical label. Flight attendants are not
permitted to assist passengers with injections.
To properly dispose of a syringe/needle passengers
may use the syringe disposal chute in the lavatories,
available on some aircraft. If disposal chute is not
available, contact a flight attendant for proper disposal.
Golf
Equipment
Most airlines accept one set of golf equipment as
check luggage only. One set of golf equipment consists
of:
- 1 bag
- 14 clubs
- 12 balls
- 1 pair of shoes
When checking your golf equipment a hard shell case
is recommended. When a hard shell case is not used,
the passenger must sign a liability release form.
Passengers traveling with more than one golf bag must
pay full normal excess charges for each additional
golf bag. Golf bags must adhere to normal weight limits.
Archery
Most Airlines accept one set of archery equipment
consisting of one bow, quiver, and set of arrows as
checked luggage. Archery equipment is not permitted
as carry on luggage.
Bicycle
Most airlines accept non-motorized single seat bicycles
as checked luggage for an additional fee. Handlebars
must be fixed sideways and pedals removed or wrapped
with protective packing material. Bikes should be
placed in a bike box. When packed other than in a
bike box, liability release forms must be signed.
Most airlines accept tandem bikes only for travel
within/between the domestic US/Canada/Puerto Rico/Virgin
Islands. Tandem bikes are also only accepted on certain
types of aircraft. Tandem bikes are not accepted on
International Itineraries. The WAICU Travel Desk will
be able to provide you with specific information pertaining
to your flights.
Fishing
Equipment
Most airlines accept one set of fishing equipment
consisting of two rods, one reel, net, and boots and
one sealed or locked tackle box as checked luggage
only. Your fishing equipment will count as one piece
of your free luggage allowance. Fishing pole containers
must not exceed 160 inches. Passengers will be required
to sign a liability release form. Normal excess luggage
charges will apply if you exceed your free luggage
allowance.
Ski
Equipment
Most airlines accept one item of ski equipment as
checked luggage only. Ski equipment is not permitted
as carry on luggage.
An item of ski equipment consists of:
- 1 ski bag and 1 ski boot bag containing skis, poles,
and bindings
- 1 pair of water skis
- 1 snowboard
Additional ski and boot bags will
be subject to normal excess charges.
Hard shell cases are recommended when checking your
ski equipment. A liability release form must be signed
for plastic/soft ski bags.
Note: When travel is wholly within/between
the US/Canada, most airlines will allow the ski/boot
bag to contain more than one pair of skis/boots -
but if the bag exceeds published weight restrictions
normal excess charges will apply.
Firearms,
Ammunition, and Handguns
Airlines do not accept guns or firearms of any kind
in carry-on luggage.
Most airlines accept handguns/BB guns/rifles/shotgun
type firearms as checked luggage, with certain limitations
and requirements.
Passengers must obtain and comply
with regulations governing the transportation of firearms
for all countries on the itinerary.
All firearms must be in a suitable
container/crush proof container manufactured specifically
for firearms or in a hard sided suitcase. Hard shell
gun cases can be purchased at U.S. / Canadian airports.
Passengers must verbally declare firearm is unloaded.
Airlines will require firearm unloaded tag be signed
by passenger and placed inside of luggage containing
firearm. No exterior tag or notice of firearm may
appear on case. Case must be locked and only the passenger
may retain the key or combination. Airline personnel
will not unload or handle firearms. Gun and ammunition
may be in the same piece of luggage. However, ammunition
must be within its own packaging.
International
Shipment of Arms/Ammunition
Passengers must obtain and comply with regulations
governing the transportation of firearms for all countries
on the itinerary. Passengers should check with the
WAICU Travel Desk for current policies, requirements
and restrictions on firearms and related items in
checked luggage when traveling in the United States
or internationally.
Restricted and/or Dangerous Goods Information:
Do
Not Pack:
- Fireworks: Signal flares, sparklers or other explosives,
freon or helium
- Flammable Liquids, Gases or Solids: Fuel, paints,
lighter refills, matches
- Household Items: Bleach, adhesives, linseed oil
spray starch, insecticides, drain, bathroom or oven
cleaners and solvents
- Pressure Containers: Spray cans, butane, fuel, scuba
tanks, propane tanks, fire extinguishers, CO2 cartridges,
self-inflating rafts
- Weapons: Firearms, ammunition, gunpowder; or items
that contain gunpowder (Christmas crackers/Party poppers),
mace, tear-gas, or pepper spray cannot be packed in
carry-on luggage, see below for more information on
traveling with firearms.
- Other Hazardous Materials: Dry ice, gasoline-powered
tools, wet-cell batteries, camping equipment with
fuel, radioactive materials (except limited quantities),
poisons, infectious substances
- Miscellaneous Items: Knives of any length (except
rounded blade butter knives and plastic cutlery),
cutting instruments of ANY kind including carpet knives,
box cutters and folding or retractable blades regardless
of length, ice picks, straight razors (safety/disposable
razors ARE allowed), and scissors (metal, with pointed
tips)
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Beware...
Many common items used everyday in the home or workplace
may seem harmless; however, when transported by air,
they can be very dangerous. In flight, variations
in temperature and pressure can cause items to leak,
generate toxic fumes or start a fire.
Acceptable to Pack:
- Personal Care Items: Items containing
hazardous materials (e.g., flammable perfume, aerosols)
totaling no more than 70 ounces may be carried on
board. Contents of each container may not exceed 16
fluid ounces.
- Safety Matches and/or a Lighter: These may only
be carried on your person. However, "strike-anywhere"
matches, lighters with flammable liquid reservoirs
and lighter fluid are forbidden.
- Firearms and Ammunition: May not
be carried by a passenger on an aircraft. However,
unloaded firearms may be transported in checked luggage
if declared to the agent at check in and packed in
a crush-proof container manufactured specifically
for the firearm or a hard-sided suitcase.
- Handguns: Must be in a locked container.
Properly packaged small arms ammunition for personal
use may be transported in checked luggage. Amounts
may vary depending on the airline..
- Dry Ice: (4 pounds/ 2 kilograms
or less) Used for packing perishables, may be carried
onboard an aircraft in a hard plastic or heavy gauge
Styrofoam container, provided the package is vented.
Ticket or gate agents must be advised.
- Alcoholic Beverages: In retail
packaging containing between 24% up to 70% alcohol
by volume and in receptacles not exceeding 5 liters
and a total quantity per person of 5 liters may be
accepted in carry-on luggage or checked luggage. Further
restrictions may apply according to customs guidelines.
Please check with the WAICU Travel Desk for further
details.
You must declare your dangerous goods
to the airline. Failure to do so violates U.S. Federal
Law. Violators may be subject to a maximum penalty
of 5 years' imprisonment and $250,000 or more (49
U.S.C. 5124).
Further restrictions may apply to
the above items. Some items may be shipped as air
cargo. If you are unsure whether the item you wish
to pack in your luggage or ship by air is hazardous,
please contact the WAICU Travel Desk for further information.
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Airport Security
You must pass through a security checkpoint to access
your departure gate. Security screeners will screen
you and your carry-on baggage. Here are a few tips
to make this process go as quickly as possible.
-Place all metal items IN your carry-on
bag before you reach the front of the line.
-Take your computer OUT of its carrying case and place
it in one of the bins provided.
-Take OFF your outer coat or jacket so that it can
go through the X-ray machine.
-If you have a pacemaker or other device that is likely
to alarm the metal detector, bring identification
verifying the condition.
-Carry all undeveloped film in your carry-on bag and
ask for it to be hand inspected as the screening equipment
will damage undeveloped film.
-Pack shoes, boots, sneakers, and other footwear on
top of other contents in your luggage.
-Avoid over-packing your bag so that the screener
will be able to easily reseal your bag if it is opened
for inspection. If possible, spread your contents
over several bags.
-Avoid packing food and drink items in checked baggage.
-Don’t stack piles of books or documents on
top of each other; spread them out within your baggage.
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Traveling Comfortably
in an Airplane
- Chewing gum, yawning or sucking on hard candies
can help to relieve the pressure that builds up in
your ears as the airplane ascends and descends. If
you have a cold, talk to your doctor about using a
decongestant or nasal spray before boarding to help
relieve the pressure.
- Drink plenty of water while onboard the aircraft
to avoid becoming dehydrated during the flight.
- Do light stretching exercises in your seat and walk
through the cabin frequently (when safe to do so).
- Consult your physician if you suffer from airsickness;
he or she may be able to prescribe medication for
this.
- The relatively low humidity in the cabin can make
allergy or asthma symptoms worse; take preventative
measures as necessary.
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Combating
Jet Lag
Try a few of these techniques for a natural
way to reset your internal clock:
- Reset your watch to the destination's time as soon
as you get on the plane. If it's daytime at your destination,
try to stay awake during the flight. Walking around
the cabin may help keep you alert. If it's nighttime,
try to sleep. You may find it helpful to use earplugs
and a sleeping mask to block out distractions on the
plane.
- Eat before you get on the plane so that hunger does
not prevent you from sleeping during the flight. Inform
the flight attendant that you will not be eating so
that you are not awakened for a meal.
- If you're using a blanket, buckle your seat belt
over the blanket so that a flight attendant checking
seat belts does not awaken you.
-If it's daytime when you arrive but nighttime at
home, don't sleep. Instead, try doing some light exercise
like walking to help revive your body and stop it
from producing sleep-inducing hormones.
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Flying during pregnancy
It is commonly recommended that women not fly at all
during their last six weeks of pregnancy. Most major
air carriers require that pregnant passengers traveling
within 30 days of expected delivery must provide a
doctor's statement dated within 72 hours of departure
indicating the due date and indicating that air travel
does not pose a health risk. Women in labor will be
denied boarding for safety reasons.
Pregnant women should always consult
their obstetricians or midwives before traveling.
Traveling during the second trimester of pregnancy
is often easier as morning sickness will most likely
have subsided, energy levels are up and you are still
a comfortable distance from your due date. Here are
some additional tips for staying comfortable on your
flight:
- Reserve an aisle seat so that you can easily access
the bathroom and move about the cabin. Getting up
and walking regularly will help combat swelling and
discomfort.
- Bring a copy of your medical records and ask your
doctor for a referral in case of an emergency while
you are away.
- Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothes and flat
shoes. Wear layers if you are prone to body-temperature
fluctuations.
- Keep your seatbelt low around your hips, not around
your abdomen.
- Get a small pillow from the flight attendant and
place it under your lower back to avoid back strain.
- Drink plenty of water-at least one liter for every
two hours in flight.
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Traveling with Children
The following tips should help both parents and kids
arrive at their destination with smiles on their faces.
- If you have a long trip scheduled, "red-eye"
flights may be best. This increases the chance
that your youngster will be able to sleep through
the majority of the trip.
- While any child under two is not required to have
their own seat, they may be happier if they do. Purchase
a ticket for your infant as well, and use a FAA certified
car seat.
- If you do use a car seat, make sure it has been
certified for air travel.
- Bring toys your children have never used -- the
newness will hold their attention longer.
- Bring plenty of juice. Air travel can be dehydrating,
especially for children.
- Wrap up "surprises" for your children
to pull out when they get especially restless.
- Finger foods are a great distraction.
When traveling with your baby, give
him/her a bottle or pacifier to suck on during takeoff
and landing. This will help equalize the ear pressure
and keep your baby comfortable.
Documentation Requirements
for US Citizens Traveling to Canada, Mexico, or the
Caribbean:
Visas are not required for U.S. tourists
entering Canada, Mexico or most Caribbean islands
from the U.S. for stays up to 180 days. You will,
however, need (1) proof of your U.S. citizenship such
as (a) your U.S. passport or (b) your certified copy
of your birth certificate and government issued photo
identification. (For information on obtaining a U.S.
passport, check with the WAICU Travel Desk). If you
are a naturalized citizen and do not have a passport,
you should travel with your naturalization certificate.
A driver's license or Social Security card is not
valid proof of citizenship. All U.S. citizens entering
Canada from a third country must have a valid passport.
Alien permanent residents of the U.S. must present
their Alien Registration Card, commonly called
the "Green Card." If you have dual
citizenship you should always present yourself as
a citizen of the country that you are entering.
Any name changes due to marriage,
adoption, divorce, etc. must be explained by providing
a certified copy of the document authorizing the name
change such as marriage license or divorce decree.
Due to international concern over child abduction,
single parents, grandparents, or guardians traveling
with children often need proof of custody or notarized
letters from the other parent authorizing travel.
(This is in addition to proof of citizenship as explained
above.) See International Travel for Minors (below).
For further information on entry requirements travelers
may reference www.travel.state.gov
or contact the WAICU Travel Desk.
Documentation Requirements for Other International
Travel
Most countries not listed above will require a passport
and possibly a visa. Please refer to www.travel.state.gov
or the WAICU Travel Desk for further information.
International Travel
with Minors (Including Canada & Mexico)
In an effort to keep children safe while traveling
internationally, many governments have initiated procedures
at entry and exit points, including requiring documentary
evidence of relationship and permission of the parent(s)
or legal guardian not present for the child's travel.
Parents of minor children (under 18 years old) should
carefully document legal custody prior to traveling
internationally.
If a minor child is traveling with
only one parent, the absent parent must provide notarized
consent. If only one parent has legal custody, that
parent should be prepared to provide a court order
of child custody to airlines and international authorities.
If a minor child is traveling alone
or in someone else's company, both parents (and the
sole, documented custodial parent) must provide notarized
consent. See below a sample document providing the
required consent.

If a child traveling has a different last name from
the mother and/or father, the parents should be prepared
to provide evidence to airlines and official authorities,
such as a birth certificate or adoption decree, to
prove that they are the parents.
If one parent is deceased, a death
certificate is required.
If the birth certificate shows that the minor only
has one parent, it will be sufficient to hold only
a notarized copy of the birth certificate.
Children
Traveling Alone
Unaccompanied minors are restricted from traveling
on some flights. Unaccompanied minors booked in violation
of these restrictions will be denied boarding and/or
be subject to additional fees for re-routing. The
WAICU Travel Desk can provide you with these restrictions.
To ensure a safe, comfortable and
fun trip for the unaccompanied child traveler, the
following policies have been established:
(An unaccompanied minor fee is assessed at the time
of check-in at the airport)
- Any child ages 5-14 traveling without an adult 18
years of age or older must participate in the Unaccompanied
Minor Program. All rules and fees apply.
- Children ages 5 through 17 may fly unaccompanied
on nonstop, direct or connecting flights. Children
ages 5 through 14 will not be accepted on the last
connecting flight of the day, or red-eye flights.
Red-eye flights are defined as departures
between 9:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. local time. The following
are exempt from the red-eye restriction:
- International Flights
- Domestic short-haul flights (2 hours or less)
- Flight to and from Alaska and Hawaii
- Unaccompanied minors will not be accepted for international
travel if their itinerary includes a connection to
a different carrier.
- Reservations must be confirmed to the child's final
destination.
- Most airlines require unaccompanied minor service
for children ages 5-14, but it is optional for children
ages 15-17.
- An airline representative will provide supervision
for children accepted under the program from the time
of boarding until the child is met at the final destination.
- Up to four children (related or not related) traveling
together will be assessed only one service fee. Exception,
more than four related children traveling together
will be assessed only one service fee.
- Children under the age of 5 are not eligible for
unaccompanied minor services and must be accompanied
on the same flight and in the same compartment by
a passenger at least 18 years of age.
- Unaccompanied minors must be checked in with an
agent. They are not eligible to use the self-service
check-in devices.
For more complete details, please contact the WAICU
Travel Desk.
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USEFUL
WEBSITES
http://www.travel.state.gov/
US Passport Applications, Travel
Health/Immunizations, Travel Tips
http://www.travel.state.gov/travel/warnings_consular.html
Entry/Documentation Requirements
for Foreign Travel, List of Embassies
www.dhs.gov/
Department of Homeland Security.
US Travel and Transportation Regulations/ Restrictions
http://www.cbp.gov/
US Travel Alerts/Entry and Exit Policies
http://www.aphis.usda.gov/travel/
USDA, International Travel Policy
for Agriculture/Animal Products
*The WAICU Travel Solutions Program is not responsible
for any inaccurate information provided in this site.
Travel policies, guidelines, and regulations change
on a regular basis. Please contact the WAICU
Travel Desk for the most accurate information.
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