The Church discourages parents from picking up missionaries. However, if parents request this privilege, they should understand that:
1. Their plans must be based on the release date established by the mission president.
2. They should not request a change in the release date to accommodate other travel plans or commitments.
3. They should inform the mission president or the Church Travel Office at least three months in advance if they plan to travel with their missionary.
4. They are expected to make their own travel arrangements, including lodging and meals.

Missionaries must dress and conduct themselves according to missionary standards during travel from their missions because they are not released until they report to their stake presidents. They should not impose on members, mission presidents, missionaries, or other missions as they travel home.