Legal Question in Family Law in Illinois

It depends on whether you are moving or vacationing out of the country. If you are moving, typically you would need to file a Petition for Removal in the state that has jurisdiction over the minor child. If you are vacationing, it is still a good idea to bring a Motion before the court and get an order granting you leave to remove the children for vacation - otherwise, the other parent may accuse you of kidnapping or worse, child abduction, and then you'd have a real legal mess on your hands.