Can my ex stop me from taking my child on holiday?
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Can my ex stop me from taking my child on holiday?
If your ex-partner does not have parental responsibility then you can stop them from taking your child. If a father wants to take their child abroad for holiday then a mother can stop them taking the child away unless the father has child residence in which case they can take the child away for up to 28 days.
Do I need permission from my child’s father to take her on holiday?
If both parents have Parental Responsibility then neither parent can take the child abroad without consent, unless: There is a Child Arrangement Order specifying that the child should live with one parent. There is an order from the court granting permission for the child to be taken abroad.
Can divorced parent take child out country?
If one parent has a residence order or a child arrangements order stating the child lives with that individual, he or she can take the child abroad for 28 days without the written consent of the other parent. It is good parenting, however, to try and agree the arrangements well in advance.
Can my sons dad take him out of the country?
Technically, as long as your son has his own passport, you are able to take him out of the country without your ex’s consent. However, legally it is encouraged for you to seek her written consent.
Can I take my son abroad without his father’s consent?
If the father has parental responsibility for the child, then no, you cannot take them abroad without his consent.
Can I get a child passport without fathers signature?
If you are not in touch with your child’s other parent/guardian, or if you refuse to give consent your ex-partner can apply to the District Court for a court order, which will allow the Passport Office to issue the passport without that consent.
Can I take my child to live abroad without father’s consent?
No, you cannot take the children abroad without the consent of the other parent or the permission of the Court, even if you have applied to the Court for permission or are intending to. Doing so could severely undermine your chances of succeeding in a formal application to the Court for permission.
