Ex refuses to let daughter go on vacation?

Questioner

In 2.5 weeks my daughter and I are going on holiday to Cape Verde. This was discussed in advance with father and approved. All the necessary forms for this have already been filled in and signed. The week before our holiday she is with her father. Father has formed an image through his own interpretations that the holiday would not be safe for our daughter and is now threatening not to let her go. What can I do about this, to prevent us from not being able to go on holiday? Can I, if he does not want to let her go, contact the police or someone else? What are my rights in this? In the run-up to the holidays this gives me a very bad feeling in the gut, and his interpretations are also based on nothing. Father has authority and there is a parenting plan.

Lawyer

If the other parent refuses to allow your daughter to go on holiday and there is no agreement between both parents, it may be wise to seek legal advice to discuss your situation and take the appropriate steps. In the Netherlands, the starting point is that parents have joint custody of their children, unless the court has decided otherwise. If there is joint custody, important decisions regarding the child must be taken in consultation. Failure to comply with an agreed vacation arrangement can be seen as failure to comply with this joint responsibility. Try to communicate about your holiday plans in mutual consultation. In a conversation you may be able to alleviate your ex-partner's concerns about this holiday. If this does not work, substitute permission can be requested from the court. Contact 0800 822 4433 to schedule a no-obligation intake interview to discuss your situation and the possibilities.