By being informed and prepared, you can ensure a hassle-free and enjoyable trip abroad with your minor child. Always check with the DSWD and other relevant government agencies for any updates on the requirements and regulations.
Travel Clearance (or "Digital Blue Card") is mandatory for Filipino citizens under 18 years old if they are: Traveling internationally Traveling with someone other than their biological parents legal guardians (e.g., traveling with an aunt, grandparent, or sibling). An illegitimate child traveling with only their biological father By being informed and prepared, you can ensure
Even though an 18-year-old is legally an adult, Philippine Immigration Officers (IOs) at NAIA (Ninoy Aquino International Airport) and other international airports have the discretion to conduct secondary inspections. Why? Because human traffickers often use young adults (18-20 years old) who "look" vulnerable or are unaware of their rights. An illegitimate child traveling with only their biological
These documents establish who the child is and who the parents are. These documents establish who the child is and