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This law governs the travel of minor children of former natural-born Filipinos who have acquired foreign citizenship. It requires a notarized travel clearance or consent from the parent with retained or reacquired Philippine citizenship when a minor child travels abroad without the other parent, to prevent issues related to child trafficking or abduction.

This circular outlines the requirements for minors traveling without both parents or guardians, mandating a notarized Affidavit of Consent or Special Power of Attorney from the non-traveling parent or guardian to ensure the child's travel is authorized and to safeguard against illegal activities.

While primarily focused on overseas Filipino workers, this law includes provisions protecting the rights of minor dependents of migrant workers, indirectly supporting the need for consent documents to facilitate family reunification or travel without exploitation risks.

This comprehensive child protection law requires safeguards for minors, including consent requirements for international travel to prevent child trafficking, abuse, or exploitation, often necessitating parental consent forms at immigration checkpoints.

These articles outline parental authority, including the duty to consent to a child's travel or major decisions, forming the legal basis for child travel consent documents to ensure both parents' agreement on the child's welfare during travel.