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Do I need permission from my husband to travel to Thailand with my son if I am a South African citizen?

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Sep 13, 2024

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Candice ********

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I am a South African and my son is 16. May I travel from Cambodia (where I currently live) to Bangkok in December with my son or do I need a document from my husband consenting to such travel? My husband can only join us later in December hence my question TIA.

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A South African expat in Cambodia is inquiring whether they need a consent document from their husband to travel with their 16-year-old son to Bangkok in December. Responses from the community indicate that having the same family name might reduce complications, and personal experiences suggest that notarized letters are often unnecessary.

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Frozan *******

I traveled all over Asia with my son (we have different last names) without a problem. I was actually a little irritated that no one asks who the minor traveling with you is 😅

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Michael ********

Do you have same family name. If so it shouldnt be an issue.

I used to carry notarised letter from ex wife giving permission but never had to use it

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Candice ********

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@Michael *******

We have the same surname and in my son's passport it has my passport number and my husband's.

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Bob **********

@Candice *******

you will have no problem

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Candice ********

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thank you X

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