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Pre-Travel Checklist

Documents, vaccinations, finances, packing, tech setup. Check things off as you go. Progress saves in your browser.

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Check passport validityEssential3 months before
Apply for visa if requiredEssential3 months before
Purchase travel insuranceEssential1 month before
Print or save flight confirmationsEssential1 week before
Print or save hotel reservationsEssential1 week before
Prepare emergency contacts cardEssential1 week before
Make copies of all documents1 week before

Check required vaccinationsEssential3 months before
Refill prescription medicationsEssential1 month before
Assemble travel health kit2 weeks before
Visit doctor for travel consultation3 months before
Schedule dental checkup1 month before

Notify bank of travel datesEssential2 weeks before
Get a no-foreign-fee card1 month before
Get some local currency1 week before
Confirm ATM access at destination2 weeks before
Set your travel budget1 month before

Hold or forward mail1 week before
Arrange pet care2 weeks before
Set up home securityDay before
Adjust utilities and subscriptionsDay before
Leave emergency contact info1 week before

Generate your packing listEssential2 weeks before
Get travel adapterEssential2 weeks before
Check luggage weight limitsEssentialDay before
Organize carry-on liquidsEssentialDay before
Inventory valuables for insurance1 week before

Set up eSIM or local SIM planEssential1 week before
Download offline mapsEssential1 week before
Set up VPN if needed1 week before
Download translation app1 week before
Download travel apps1 week before
Pack backup power bankDay before

Frequently Asked Questions

What do I need for international travel?

For international travel you need a valid passport (6+ months validity), any required visas, travel insurance, flight and hotel confirmations, copies of all documents, required vaccinations, a travel health kit, bank notifications, local currency, a travel adapter, and offline maps. Our checklist covers all of these and more.

When should I start preparing for international travel?

Start preparing at least 3 months before departure for visa applications and vaccinations. Most tasks can be completed 2-4 weeks before. Our checklist organizes items by timeline so you know exactly when to do each step.

Can I download this checklist as a PDF?

Yes! After customizing your checklist, you can print the page or use your browser's print-to-PDF function (Ctrl+P / Cmd+P) to save a printable version. Your checked items will be saved in your browser for when you return.

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