Custody Visitation Agreement

A Custody Visitation Agreement is a document that details the visitation schedule and arrangements between parents or guardians for the care of their child or children. This agreement is crucial for providing clarity and structure, helping to ensure that both parents are on the same page regarding their time with the child. Below is a basic template for a Custody Visitation Agreement:

Custody Visitation Agreement

This Custody Visitation Agreement ("Agreement") is made and entered into on [Date], by and between:

Parent 1: [Full Name], residing at [Address]
Parent 2: [Full Name], residing at [Address]

Child(ren):

1. [Full Name], born on [Date of Birth]
2. [Full Name], born on [Date of Birth]
   (Include additional children if applicable)

1. Visitation Schedule

1.1 Regular Visitation

• Parent 2 will have visitation with the child(ren) as follows:
  • Weekdays: [Specify days and times, e.g., every Tuesday and Thursday from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM]
  • Weekends: [Specify days and times, e.g., every other weekend from Friday 6:00 PM to Sunday 6:00 PM]

1.2 Holidays and Special Occasions

• Holidays: The child(ren) will spend the following holidays with [Parent 1/Parent 2] and the other parent as follows:
  • [List holidays, e.g., Christmas with Parent 1, Thanksgiving with Parent 2, etc.]
• Birthdays: The child(ren) will spend their birthday with [Parent 1/Parent 2] on an alternating basis each year.
• Special Occasions: [Specify any additional arrangements, e.g., Mother’s Day, Father’s Day.]

1.3 Vacation Time

• Each parent is entitled to [number] weeks of vacation with the child(ren) each year. The vacation schedule must be communicated to the other parent at least [number] weeks in advance.

2. Transportation

2.1 Exchange Locations

• The child(ren) will be exchanged at [specify location, e.g., school, a designated meeting point, home].

2.2 Transportation Responsibilities

• Parent 1 will be responsible for transportation on [specify days or conditions].
• Parent 2 will be responsible for transportation on [specify days or conditions].

3. Communication

3.1 Contact During Visits

• During visitation periods, the child(ren) may communicate with the other parent via [specify method, e.g., phone calls, video chats] at [specify times, e.g., once a day].

3.2 Notification of Changes

• Any changes to the visitation schedule should be communicated to the other parent at least [number] days in advance.

4. Dispute Resolution

In the event of a disagreement regarding the visitation schedule, the parties agree to [mediation/arbitration] before seeking court intervention.

5. Modifications

This Agreement may be modified by mutual written consent of both parents or by a court order if necessary. Any modifications should be documented and signed by both parents.

6. Signatures

By signing below, both parents acknowledge that they have read, understood, and agreed to the terms of this Custody Visitation Agreement.

Parent 1:
Signature: ___________________________
Date: _______________________________

Parent 2:
Signature: ___________________________
Date: _______________________________

Notarization

[If required, have the agreement notarized to add an extra layer of legal authenticity.]

This template provides a starting point for your Custody Visitation Agreement. Be sure to adjust the details to fit your specific needs and circumstances. Consulting with a family law attorney can help ensure that the agreement is comprehensive and legally binding.