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Travel Packing Checklist

A complete packing checklist for any trip — documents, tech, toiletries, clothes, carry-on essentials, and what to do before you leave home.

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📄Documents & money9 items

Passport (valid for 6+ months beyond return date)Visa paperwork or e-visa confirmation (printed or saved offline)Travel insurance documents — policy number and emergency contactFlight confirmation and itinerary (printed backup recommended)Accommodation booking confirmationsInternational driver's licence if hiring a carCredit/debit cards — notify your bank of travel datesSmall amount of local currency for arrivalCopies of key documents (stored separately from originals or in cloud)

🔌Tech & electronics9 items

Phone + chargerUniversal travel adaptorPortable power bank (check airline carry-on rules — must be in cabin)Laptop or tablet if neededEarphones / headphonesCamera + memory cards + chargerE-reader (optional but worth it for long trips)Download offline maps (Google Maps, maps.me) before you leaveDownload entertainment for flights (Netflix, Spotify) before you leave

🎒Carry-on bag essentials9 items

All liquids in 100ml containers in a clear zip bagTravel pillow and eye mask for overnight flightsEar plugsSnacks (airport food is expensive)Empty water bottle (fill after security)Change of clothes if checking a bagAny valuables or irreplaceable items (never check these)Medication for the journey (never check medications)Entertainment and laptop if needed

🏠Before you leave home9 items

Arrange someone to collect mail or redirect itSet up out-of-office email replyInform bank and credit card providers of travel datesArrange pet care or boardingCheck-in online (usually opens 24–48 hours before departure)Confirm airport transfer or parkingTurn off unnecessary appliances and lock all windows/doorsLeave a key with a trusted contactActivate international roaming or get a local SIM plan