A couple reportedly left their 10-year-old son at Barcelona’s El Prat Airport after his passport had expired, preventing him from traveling, according to media reports. The incident, which has sparked widespread concern, occurred as the parents sought to avoid missing their flight to their home country. Airport staff found the child alone and alerted authorities, while a terminal worker described the event on TikTok. The child was prohibited from flying due to his expired passport and the requirement for a visa, which the family did not possess. The parents reportedly called a relative to pick up the child, but the relative may take several hours to arrive. The parents were located and taken to a police station to retrieve their son. The incident has drawn attention to the challenges faced by families when traveling internationally with minors, as well as the importance of proper documentation.