Printable Overseas Travel Checklist
Use this checklist to prepare for your overseas tour and avoid last-minute stress.
Travel Documents & Essentials
- ☐ Passport (valid for at least 6 months beyond return date)
- ☐ Required visas (including transit visas if applicable)
- ☐ NZ re-entry permit (if travelling on a non-NZ passport)
- ☐ Flight tickets / e-tickets
- ☐ Tour itinerary and vouchers
- ☐ Travel insurance documents
- ☐ Pen for arrival / departure forms
Security Backups
- ☐ 2 photocopies of passport (stored separately)
- ☐ Photo or screenshot of passport and itinerary on phone
- ☐ Copies emailed to yourself
Money & Payments
- ☐ Two credit cards (including VISA)
- ☐ ATM PIN activated and tested
- ☐ Emergency cash (split into separate locations)
- ☐ Small denomination local or recommended currency
- ☐ Daily spending budget planned
Health & Medication
- ☐ Regular medication (sufficient for entire trip + reserve)
- ☐ Written medication list (name, strength, dosage)
- ☐ Signed prescription copy
- ☐ Basic remedies (pain relief, stomach upset, indigestion)
- ☐ Vaccination certificate (if required)
- ☐ Insect repellent (DEET-based for tropical destinations)
Technology & Connectivity
- ☐ Mobile phone with international roaming enabled
- ☐ Google Maps downloaded for offline use
- ☐ Chargers and power adapters
- ☐ Camera, spare battery, memory card
Luggage & Bags
- ☐ Checked suitcase (max 20kg)
- ☐ Carry-on bag (max 5kg)
- ☐ Bag labels (inside and outside)
- ☐ Wheeled luggage
- ☐ Combination padlock
Carry-On Packing
- ☐ One change of clothes
- ☐ Medication
- ☐ Toiletries (LAG compliant)
- ☐ Travel documents
- ☐ Glasses / sunglasses
Clothing
- ☐ Walking shoes (well worn)
- ☐ Casual shoes / sandals
- ☐ Layered clothing
- ☐ Long trousers / skirt (religious sites)
- ☐ Light jacket
- ☐ Swimwear (if applicable)
- ☐ Socks and undergarments
Daily Touring Items
- ☐ Lightweight day pack
- ☐ Money pouch (worn under clothing)
- ☐ Sunscreen and lip balm
- ☐ Sunhat
- ☐ Reusable water bottle
- ☐ Moist wipes and tissues
Before Leaving Home
- ☐ Cancel newspapers and deliveries
- ☐ Arrange mail collection
- ☐ Leave itinerary with family or friend
- ☐ Set light timers
- ☐ Leave emergency contact details
Final Checks
- ☐ Confirm airport transfer arrangements
- ☐ Recheck luggage weight
- ☐ Set alarms for departure day
- ☐ Get a good night’s sleep
Tip: Keep this checklist with your travel documents and tick items off as you pack.