Immigration authorities have agreed to postpone a requirement that travelers under the age of 18 either be accompanied by a parent or carry with them a notarized statement signed by both parents authorizing the trip. The rule was aimed at halting abduction of children as a result of family disagreements. Objecting, people in the tourism industry protested that the measure would hamper travel abroad organized by high schools as well as the arrival of thousands of spring breakers who fly into Mexican beach resorts during the lull between university semesters during February and March. Most spring breakers, to be sure, are at least 18 years old. Most, but not all. High school students usually are not. Notary fees in Mexico can be high and separated parents may not be willing to meet with former spouses to sign the needed documents.
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Jimm Budd
Reporting From Mexico City
Member of the Society of American Travel Writers
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