Overseas Travel Checklist
International trips have more to remember: passports, visas, insurance, plug adapters and telling your bank. Answer a few questions about your trip and the checklist builder puts together everything you need, grouped by documents, money, health, technology, clothing and preparing your home. Tick items off as you go — your progress is saved — and print a copy for the suitcase.
Overseas Travel Planner
Printable overseas travel planner: master travel checklist, carry-on checklist, family travel checklist, itinerary planner, travel budget tracker (Excel) and emergency contact card.
- Master checklist (PDF/DOCX)
- Carry-on checklist (PDF, DOCX)
- Family checklist (PDF, DOCX)
- Itinerary planner (DOCX/PDF)
- Budget tracker (XLSX)
- Emergency card (PDF)
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Travel checklist builder
Documents: the non-negotiables
The most important items are the ones you can’t buy at your destination. Many countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months beyond your return date, and some require blank pages. Check visa or electronic travel authorisation requirements early — some take weeks. Keep digital copies of your passport, insurance and bookings in secure cloud storage and paper copies separate from the originals.
Timeline for an international trip
| When | Tasks |
|---|---|
| 2–3 months before | Check passport validity, apply for visas, book vaccinations if needed |
| 1 month before | Buy travel insurance, arrange pet care, check driving permits |
| 2 weeks before | Notify your bank, plan phone roaming or eSIM, order currency |
| 1 week before | Confirm bookings, download offline maps and tickets |
| 2–3 days before | Pack, weigh luggage, check carry-on liquids |
| Day before | Check in online, charge devices, set home timers |
Money abroad
- Tell your bank where and when you are travelling if they ask for it.
- Carry two cards from different networks and keep them separately.
- Choose to be charged in local currency when paying by card abroad — dynamic currency conversion is usually more expensive.
- Carry a little local cash for arrival — transport, tips and small shops.
- Note your bank’s emergency number for lost cards.
Health and safety
Check official travel advice for your destination, including health requirements and vaccination recommendations. Pack prescription medicines in their original packaging with a copy of the prescription, and enough for a few extra days. Buy travel insurance that covers medical treatment and repatriation, and keep the emergency assistance number handy. Register with your country’s travel advisory service if it offers one.
Plugs and power
| Region | Common plug types |
|---|---|
| USA, Canada, Mexico, Japan | A / B |
| UK, Ireland, Hong Kong, Singapore | G |
| Most of continental Europe | C / F |
| Australia, New Zealand, China (also A, I) | I |
| India | C / D / M |
| South Africa | M / N |
Most phone and laptop chargers accept 100–240 V, so you usually need only a plug adapter, not a voltage converter. Check the label on hair dryers and other appliances.
How to use the checklist builder
- Choose the climate and number of nights.
- Tick children, business trip, driving abroad or carry-on only as needed.
- The checklist updates with items grouped by category.
- Tick items as you pack; progress is saved in this browser.
- Print the checklist to take with you, or clear ticks for your next trip.
Worked example
A week-long city break with carry-on only creates a list with passport, insurance and confirmations; plug adapter and power bank; five tops and six sets of underwear and socks with a plan to re-wear layers; a compact umbrella; liquid rules for hand luggage; and home tasks such as timers and telling a neighbour. Ticking “driving abroad” adds your driving licence and a reminder to check whether an international permit is needed.
Packing tips
- Pack outfits that mix and match in two or three colours.
- Roll clothes to save space and reduce creases.
- Wear your bulkiest shoes and coat on the plane.
- Keep valuables, medicines and a change of clothes in hand luggage.
- Leave space for souvenirs.
What the printable pack includes
A master overseas travel checklist, a carry-on checklist, a family travel checklist, a trip itinerary planner, a budget tracker and an emergency contact card.
Frequently asked questions
What documents do I need to travel overseas?
A valid passport, any required visa, travel insurance and booking confirmations.
How long should my passport be valid?
Often at least six months beyond your return date; check your destination’s rules.
Do I need a voltage converter?
Usually not for phones and laptops, which accept 100–240 V; you need a plug adapter.
What should I do before leaving home?
Tell your bank, arrange phone access, set light timers and share your itinerary.
Is my checklist saved?
Your ticks are saved in this browser only.
Can I print the checklist?
Yes, print it to keep with your luggage.