Traveling with minors and infants

There may be additional requirements if you are travelling with minors (0-17 years old). Read this article to learn more!

Overview

We group guests who are under 18 years old based on their age range:

Age of guest

Policy

🧑 Minor 12−17 years old	Minors aged 12+ are considered as Adult guests.
🧒 Child 2−11 years old	Minors aged 2 to 11 are considered Child guests.
👶 Infant Below 2 years old	Minors below 2 years old are considered Infant guests.

If you already booked a flight but weren't able to add the infant to your booking, visit this article:

If the minor needs to travel alone, you may need to pay for the Unaccompanied Minor (UM) Service:

If the minor is travelling with their parent/legal guardian:
- There are no additional requirements for parents.
- Guardians may be asked to present proof of guardianship
  (i.e. affidavit/certificate)

If the minor is travelling alone, or without an adult companion:
- You may need to pay for the Unaccompanied Minor (UM) Service

If the minor is travelling with their parent/legal guardian:
- There are no additional requirements for parents.
- Guardians may be asked to present proof of guardianship
  (i.e. affidavit/certificate)

If the minor is travelling alone, or with an adult who is NOT their parent/legal guardian:
- If minor is a Filipino Citizen:
  - Companion must apply for a DSWD Travel Clearance.
- If minor is a Foreign National:
  - Companion must apply for a Waiver of Exclusion Ground from the Philippine Bureau of Immigration.

If the minor is travelling to and from Davao City, and is alone or without their parent/legal guardian:

- They must secure a permit to travel from the local City Social Welfare and Development Office (CSWDO).
- Learn more about this requirement here: Unaccompanied Minor (UM Service)

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