Does my ex partner need my permission to take my child abroad?
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Does my ex partner need my permission to take my child abroad?
If both parents have parental responsibility, and there are no child arrangements orders or any restrictions in place, then neither of you can take the child abroad without the written consent of the other person with parental responsibility. This is the same for a mother, who alone has parental responsibility.
Do I need my husband’s permission to take my child abroad?
You must get the permission of everyone with parental responsibility for a child or from a court before taking the child abroad. You can take a child abroad for 28 days without getting permission if a child arrangement order says the child must live with you, unless a court order says you can’t.
How do I stop my ex partner taking my child abroad?
The police can issue something called a ‘port alert’, which will stop the child being taken out of the country. Try to gather any evidence you can that your partner is planning to take them abroad to show your solicitor and the police – for example texts, emails and tickets.
What do judges look for in custody battles?
Judges must decide custody based on “the best interests of the child.” The “best interests of the child” law requires courts to focus on the child’s needs and not the parent’s needs. The law requires courts to give custody to the parent who can meet the child’s needs best .
