7 Travel Documents You Must Pack for International Trips

7. ID backups, emergency contacts and secure digital copies

Make photocopies of your passport’s photo page, visa pages and any important permits, and carry them separately from the originals. Save scanned copies in a password-protected cloud folder and email them to yourself or a trusted contact. Include photocopies or images of your driver’s license, emergency contact list, and insurance policy. If your passport is lost or stolen, these copies speed up replacement through your nearest embassy or consulate. Also note the local embassy or consulate phone numbers and addresses for the country you’re visiting and register with your home country’s travel registration service if available. Keep one set of documents with a travel companion or in hotel safe, and another set in your hand luggage so you can access key items quickly without rummaging through checked baggage.