Ultimate Travel Checklist
Everything you need before you go — organized by category.
- Passport (valid 6+ months)
- Visa (if required)
- Driver's license / State ID
- Travel insurance documents
- Flight & hotel confirmations
- Emergency contact list
- Digital copies of all documents
- International driver's permit
- Notify bank of travel dates
- Local currency (small bills)
- Credit & debit cards packed
- Emergency cash backup
- Daily budget set
- Payment apps downloaded
- Prescription meds (extra supply)
- Travel first aid kit
- Vaccines / health requirements
- Travel insurance purchased
- Doctor's letter if needed
- Emergency numbers saved
- Allergy info translated
- Phone charger & power bank
- Universal power adapter
- Offline maps downloaded
- Translation app downloaded
- GoAway itinerary ready
- VPN app installed
- Headphones / earbuds
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Formal outfit if needed
- Swimwear / activewear
- Laundry bag
- Travel-size toiletries
- Sunscreen & insect repellent
- Reusable water bottle
- Snacks for travel day
- Hold mail / deliveries
- Arrange pet care
- Set home security / locks
- Unplug electronics
- Clean out fridge
- Leave key with trusted person
- Set out-of-office message
- Check in online (24hrs before)
- Arrive 2hrs early (domestic)
- Arrive 3hrs early (international)
- Boarding pass saved/printed
- Liquids in 3-1-1 bag (TSA)
- Laptop out for security
- Gate confirmed
- Hotel check-in confirmed
- Local SIM or intl plan active
- GoAway itinerary pulled up
- Local emergency numbers noted
- Currency exchanged if needed
- Transportation arranged
Travel like a local, not a tourist.