Traveling with Infant - FAQs
Yes. In the old days of traveling with infant, we travelled on our mum’s (or Dads) passport, but now all children need their own. The rules regarding a passport photo are quite strict so find a helpful photo shop to take your baby’s picture. Generally speaking, babies over 6 weeks are considered safe to fly. The youngest age limit we have seen is 48hours old. I’d be surprised if you fancied going on holiday, travelling with infant, immediately after giving birth, so 6 weeks seems sensible in my mind. If it is necessary to travel when baby is very small, it is advisable to check with both the airline and your GP in advance and to carry a letter from your GP with you when you travel. Speak to your GP if your baby develops a cold, cough or ear trouble prior to flying as it may be necessary to postpone the trip. Check if the destination can baby proof the room before you arrive. If not, baby proof kits and baby proof products are readily available at all the high street baby shops.
If you need a visa, then baby will need one too (assuming you share the same nationality!). So don’t forget to complete an extra set of forms for you little one. Check your destination at netdoctor to see what vaccinations, if any, are required. Write them down then call your GP or practice nurse, explain you are travelling with your infant and discuss what is suitable for baby. It may be that you need to rethink your travel plans if baby is unable to take the appropriate preventative treatment. Check out an excellent article about what to consider travelling when pregnant that covers insurance, vaccinations, flying and medication. Check out our page on Security, Liquids and Carry On Luggage. In brief, the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) is available for any individual normally resident in the UK and can be used to cover any necessary medical treatment due to either an accident or illness within the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland. The EHIC entitles the holder to state-provided medical treatment within the country they are visiting and can also be used to receive treatment for pre-existing illnesses, chronic diseases and maternity care (certain conditions apply). Each passport holder(infant, adult or child) must have their own EHIC card.
To apply for a card or to find out more click here.
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