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Best travel wallet 2024: document holders for those on the go

How to choose a sophisticated travel wallet to keep you safe and sorted on the road

• 1. Best overall travel wallet
• 2. Best versatile travel wallet
• 3. Best smart travel wallet
• 4. Best practical travel wallet
• 5. Best cheap travel wallet
• 6. Best minimalist travel wallet
• 7. Best travel wallet for RFID protection
• 8. Best waterproof travel wallet
• 9. Best compact travel wallet
• 10. Best multi pocket travel wallet

Best travel wallet 2024: Jump Menu

00. T3's top 3 ↴ 01. Best overall : Fjallraven Travel Wallet 02. Best versatile : Zoppen Travel Wallet 03. Best smart : Ekster Parliament Slim Leather Wallet 04. Best practical : Snugpak Grab A5 05. Best cheap : CampTeck Travel Wallet & Organiser Pouch 06. Best minimalist : Travando Slim Wallet 07. Best for RFID protection : Pacsafe RFIDsafe V200 Travel Wallet 08. Best waterproof : Lifeventure RFID Protected Document Wallet 09. Best compact : LifeVenture RFiD Mini Travel Wallet 10. Best multi pocket : Go Travel Document Organiser

Whether you’re travelling for business or leisure, keeping track of your passport, plane tickets, credit cards are coins can be a pain. Cue the best travel wallets or best travel document holders, which are a handy way to keep all your documents in one place.

It's one of those things that you never knew you needed until you spend your entire time at an airport constantly patting down your pockets and searching through bags and rucksacks for that elusive piece of the jigsaw – passport, boarding pass, money hotel details – until you drive yourself insane. 

With a simple flick through the pockets if a good travel wallet you find everything you need, allowing you to breeze through airports worry-free, leaving you to concentrate on relaxing (or maybe visiting the duty-free) before a flight. Whether you're a frequent flyer or you take a holiday once a year, you can be sure that there’s a travel wallet for you on our list for the best travel wallets in 2024.

Lizzie is T3's Home Staff Writer, also covering style, living and wellness. She works closely with Bethan Girdler-Maslen, T3's Home Editor, ensuring all the latest Home news, trends and recommendations are covered. Outside of T3, Lizzie can be found mooching around Bath, attempting (or at least trying to) a new DIY project or spending time with family and friends.

The best overall travel wallet

Made from Fjallraven’s own blend of incredibly durable G-1000 fabric, this travel wallet is no exception to their commitment to producing quality outdoor and travel gear; and the reviewers certainly agree, with many of them commenting on the toughness of the fabric. The only negative is the price - but let’s not forget you get what you pay for. 

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The best versatile travel wallet

If you’re looking for a travel wallet that blends style with substance, we think we’ve found the one. Yes, it’s PU leather not real leather and that slight disappointment is reflected in the reviews, but if you take a look at its neat envelope design and its variety of pockets, you’ll find that there isn’t too much to complain about. 

The best smart travel wallet

Ekster makes a line of voice-activated wallets, including this relatively traditional-looking credit card holder. However, beneath the handcrafted leather look is some serious tech. It's also compatible with Alexa and Google Home, which using a Chipolo tag can make your wallet emit a ring when you ‘say “where’s my wallet?” - pretty cool right!

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1. Fjallraven Travel Wallet

Specifications, reasons to buy, reasons to avoid.

Made from Fjallraven’s own blend of incredibly durable G-1000 fabric, this travel wallet is no exception to their commitment to producing quality outdoor and travel gear; and the reviewers certainly agree, with many of them commenting on the toughness of the fabric. 

Inside the nifty travel wallet, passports, boarding passes, cash, cards and even a pen can all be safely tucked away. The only negative is the price - but let’s not forget you get what you pay for. 

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2. Zoppen Travel Wallet

Your passport, boarding passes, money, phone and even your foreign sim card will be kept safe in its pockets, which, although for some, are on the tight side, will fit all your essentials for a compact travel companion. 

3. Ekster Parliament Slim Leather Wallet

Losing your valuables is one of the biggest fears while travelling. Can technology help? Ekster makes a line of voice-activated wallets, including this relatively traditional-looking credit card holder. However, beneath the handcrafted leather look is some serious tech; as well as space for nine cards, six of which can be protected by a layer of RFID-block, but the wallet is also compatible with Alexa and Google Home, which using a Chipolo tag can make your wallet emit a ring when you ‘say “where’s my wallet?”

Funded within three hours on Kickstarter, this Ekster wallet also offers worldwide traceability via a smart card so you can tell you where it was last seen on a map. That’s the same technology used by FedEx to track its containers. What’s more, it’s all solar-powered and doesn’t run out of charge for two months.

The best practical travel wallet

4. Snugpak Grab A5

If you’re an outdoors type who’s just as likely to find themselves in the wild as in an airport, you’re going to want a travel document holder with special skills. Cue the Grab A5 from sleeping bag-maker Snugpak. As well as documents, the Grab A5 – with is, naturally, the size of A5 paper, so fairly compact – has room for a pen holder and many other items in its small pockets (there’s even a dedicated phone pocket). The document storage section has a waterproof cover, which will add peace of mind if you go out on a hike. Zipped all around, it’s also got a small carry handle. 

The best cheap travel wallet

5. CampTeck Travel Wallet & Organiser Pouch

Thoroughly affordable and with plenty of storage, this travel passport wallet can fit four passports and up to six cards, and is plenty big enough for storing boarding passes, too. Unlike most of its rivals, this product includes space for extras; inside are two pen holders, a zippered mesh pocket for notes and coins, and even a tab for attaching keys. It's also got RFID-blocking technology built-in to protect everything inside the wallet, which zips shut along three sides. It’s not particularly stylish, but it is very cheap. 

The best minimalist travel wallet

6. Travando Slim Wallet

This clever bi-fold wallet is crafted in Germany, and it shows. It’s organised so well; there are seven card slots – six on the inside and one on the outside – but despite that it’s a mere 11.9x8.3x1.6 cm. Unlike most modern travel wallets, it’s designed to carry cash, with a stainless steel money clip integrated into the interior that securely grasps bank notes. The Travando is also constructed to protect against data theft by RFiD scanners.

The best travel wallet for RFID protection

7. Pacsafe RFIDsafe V200 Travel Wallet

If you’re looking for a no frills travel wallet that that keeps your cards, cash and receipts safe, this Pacsafe wallet could serve you well. While you can see from the design that there is room enough for up to 8 cards, there’s also a window pocket each for your passport and driver’s license and plenty of room for loose change. 

The manufacturer promises protection against identity theft, while the bracelet with its handy loop acts as a handy mechanism to prevent you from dropping it in the middle of the airport concourse. 

The best waterproof travel wallet

8. Lifeventure RFID Protected Document Wallet

RFID protected and featuring waterproof fabric and zip, this lifeproof travel document holder is the perfect practical solution to carrying around your documents. One side of the wallet is dedicated to travel money and cards, with 9 slots providing enough room for IDs, credit cards, debit cards and travel money cards. 

Thanks to its RFID protection, you don’t need to worry about identity fraud, especially if you’re travelling to areas where that kind of thing is rife, and with a smartphone stash pocket, too, you can make sure all of your necessities are safely tucked away, yet completely accessible for when you need them. 

The best compact travel wallet

9. LifeVenture RFiD Mini Travel Wallet

When you’re travelling, you’re going to be on a budget and if you’re planning on backpacking off the beaten track, Lifeventure has made sure this travel wallet is prepared for all circumstances. 

Find yourself waist deep in a river? It’s waterproof. Find yourself going through some sketchy looking areas? It protects against Radio-Frequency Identification devices. It boasts pockets for your passport, boarding passes, cash, cards and even your smartphone. It's the perfect compact travel wallet and for the price, and reviewers agree, you can’t beat it.

The best multi pocket travel wallet

10. Go Travel Document Organiser

This travel document holder is the perfect contender for the most amount of pockets featured in a small space competition. There’s several card slots, an ID slot, a travel money zipped pocket, a slot to put your boarding passes and enough slots for several passports, if you’re travelling as a family. 

It’s also good to note that this travel wallet provides RFID protection, so you can be completely sure that your identification is safe. Comments suggest that it’s fairly bulky in size, and therefore needs a large pocket for storing it away, aside from that, it’s the perfect practical travel companion. 

How to buy the best travel wallet for you

Your choice of travel wallet will partly depend on style. Leather screams ‘sophisticated businessman’, while durable, waterproof materials will appeal to those who only entertain travel-grade products that will last much longer than the air miles you collect. 

Having space for passports and cards is standard, but not all travel document holders have space for keys, pens, and cash, and even some electronics. 

You can find small travel wallets for single travellers, slightly bigger versions for couples, and whopping great A4-sized versions for large families and tour group leaders. They can be pocket-sized, or rucksack-sized, depending on your requirements. There are other things to think about, too.

Another aspect to consider is whether you want your travel wallet to provide protection against Radio-Frequency Identification devices (RFiD). Although rare, identification theft is an issue, and something you may or may not be worried out. Some of the best travel wallets block these devices, while others don’t, so it’s worth bearing it in mind when choosing. Ditto worldwide tracking, which adds even more peace of mind in case of theft. 

When it comes to the best travel wallets, you get what you pay for. There’s nothing wrong with being cheap and cheerful, but if you want a wallet to become your faithful travel companion, you’re going to have to stretch that budget.  

If you have a travel document holder, it's usefulness can spread beyond airports. Always take the same credit card when you travel? If you do have cards and documents that you only use when you travel – principally your passport, of course – a travel document holder is the ideal place to store them all when you are at home. Ditto emergency cash; no-one should go anywhere without at least US$50 in emergency cash (dollars are always better than pounds, especially when travelling outside Europe), and a travel document holder is the ideal place to keep it when you're at home as well as on your travels.

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In recent years, the paperwork required to jet from one country to another has increased dramatically, whether it’s paperwork relating to tests and vaccinations or additional visas.

Luckily, some of our favourite travel accessory brands have risen to the challenge, producing fantastic travel wallets that not only have room for all the essentials, but look incredibly stylish and reduce the risk of identity fraud, too.

We strongly recommend opting for RFID (radio-frequency identification) wallets, which use nickel and copper-coated material (usually polyester) to reduce the risk of identity fraud, by blocking the electromagnetic signals emitted from your bank cards.

Take the time to think about what you’re going to be using your wallet for – if you’re going to fill it to capacity, we’d recommend opting for a zip closure, but if easy access is a priority, don’t write off the humble magnet or press-stud closure.

We’re also huge fans of wallets that have clamshell openings – ones that open fully, like a book, rather than requiring you to extract your essentials through tiny openings.

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How we tested.

Our recent trips involved a lot of paperwork (including visas, proof of negative Covid tests and currency in various denominations) as well as essentials such as our passport (obviously), boarding passes and bank cards. We had plenty of opportunities to put these wallets to the test during these trips, whether it was before we’d even entered the airport (in India, a recent destination, all passengers must produce airplane tickets before being allowed into the terminal) or at visa checkpoints. In a nutshell? We truly put these wallets through their paces, and they all passed with flying colours. That said, certain ones have been clearly designed with specific additional purposes in mind, which is why we’ve highlighted the areas in which they excel below. Happy travels!

The best travel wallets for 2023 are:

• Best overall – Ted Baker safar art print travel wallet: £75, Tedbaker.com
• Best compact travel wallet – Jack Wolfskin cashbag wallet: £32, Jack-wolfskin.co.uk
• Best for simplicity – Keela travel ID wallet: £24.95, Keelaoutdoors.com
• Best large travel wallet – House of Disaster animal-print travel wallet: £29.99, Houseofdisaster.com
• Best RFID wallet – Go Travel RFID organiser: £19.99, Go.travel

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Ted Baker safar art print travel wallet

• Best : Overall
• Material : Shell: 100 per cent polyurethane; lining: 100 per cent cotton

First things first – yes, this wallet is larger than most, but it’s surprisingly slim, and every millimetre of space has been put to good use. In other words, it’s large enough to hold all the essentials for a trip abroad – passports, paperwork, medical certificates and currency – but compact enough to prevent it being cumbersome.

It’s also one of the most stylish travel wallets we’ve come across, thanks to the abstract floral design featured on its hard-wearing (but surprisingly leather-like) polyurethane exterior.

An internal, removeable card holder, a wide zippered purse and plentiful pockets meant there was more than enough room for our various travel accoutrements, and we were impressed by the ultra-strong magnetic closure.

Lifeventure RFID mini travel wallet

• Best : For bells and whistles
• Material : Nickel- and copper-coated polyester

This wallet has seven card pockets, including one covered by transparent plastic. Our advice? Use this one to stash ID cards, such as a driver’s licence – you can flash it without having to remove it from the wallet.

Larger slip pockets – placed beneath the smaller ones – are ideal for boarding passes and passports, and we used the pocket made from mesh to stash our iPhone. It’s another RFID wallet, which relies on nickel- and copper-coated polyester fabric to reduce the risk of identity theft.

Call us fickle but we loved the choice of four colourways, too (we recommend the merlot-red “plum” hue).

Fjällräven kånken travel wallet

• Best : For easy access
• Material : 65 per cent polyester, 35 per cent cotton

How Fjällräven managed to squeeze so many pockets into such a compact wallet, we’ll never know. We had plenty of room for our passport, vaccination documentation and foreign currency, which we placed inside the wallet, while we kept our boarding passes in the extra-wide exterior pocket on the wallet’s rear.

There’s an incredible sense of toughness to the kånken (thanks, partly, to the water-resistant G-1000 fabric), and we loved how the concertina-like strip of material between the wallet’s two halves meant we could open the wallet fully – no fumbling around through narrow openings to extricate essential documents.

Keela travel ID wallet

• Best : For simplicity
• Material : Unspecified

To begin with, we were sceptical about the simplicity of this wallet but we’re now total converts. In recent years, partly because of the extra documentation required for travel (whether it’s vaccination paperwork or visa forms, much of which isn’t required to check in for a flight) we’ve taken to carrying our passport in a separate wallet, simply so we can produce it without riffling through irrelevant paperwork. Our top tip? Before entering the airport, place your boarding pass and passport in this transparent wallet (which slips neatly under jackets or T-shirts) and simply whip them out as and when required.

Jack Wolfskin cashbag wallet

• Best : Compact travel wallet
• Material : Shell: 100 per cent polyamide; lining: 100 per cent polyester

We love the name of this RFID wallet – if only because it brings to mind an accessory stuffed with thick wads of cash. That wasn’t the case where we were concerned, to be clear, although we did find the extra-wide pocket useful for quickly stashing a wad of 1,000 Indian Rupees (don’t get excited – this equates to just £9.89).

It’s one of the smallest travel wallets in our selection, but that’s precisely why we love it – although it might not be large enough for your passport, it’s got more than enough room for currency, boarding passes and paperwork, and its size means it slips easily into the smallest of pockets.

Katie Loxton travel wallet

• Best : For style
• Material : Polyurethane

This is definitely one of the simpler travel wallets, but it’s perfect for the essentials – we used it for our passport and boarding passes, which were kept secure courtesy of the press-stud fastening. Subtle gold accents – namely the press stud and the lettering spelling out ‘Yay for vacay’ – earns extra points in the style stakes, and there are options to have the wallet personalised, too. We were seriously impressed to find that it was made from PU (polyurethane), given its leather-like feel.

Go Travel RFID organiser

• Best : RFID wallet
• Material : Polyester

Identity theft is no longer an invisible threat that brands merely use to convince us to part with extra cash. Well, some brands might still take this approach, but Go Travel, which is known for its top-quality RFID travel wallets, definitely isn’t one of them, and this wallet is a case in point. Despite its slimline design, it’s stuffed with pockets, to hold everything from passports (our rigorous testing proved that there was more than enough room for four) to boarding passes, which we placed in the extra-wide pockets beneath the ones designed to hold passports. Unlike with similar products, the RFID tech has added minimal bulk, and its clamshell design, with zips that opened on three sides of each half of the wallet, meant refreshingly easy access to the contents.

House of Disaster animal-print travel wallet

• Best : Large travel wallet
• Material : Vegan-friendly ‘leather’, faux dalmation fur, cotton lining

We were instantly smitten with the flash of pink (courtesy of the strap) against the monochrome animal print, but the interior of this wallet was just as impressive. A zippered pocket was perfect for stashing loose change, while we used the shallow card pockets for hotel room keys and business cards. The highlight, however, was the main compartment, with its four dividers, clearly labelled (in chic gold font, nonetheless) to indicate separate pockets for passports, tickets, documents and ‘other’. Full disclosure, we were initially concerned by its larger size, but a trip to India, which involved multiple internal flights (read: lots of tickets), visas and vaccination documentation meant we easily filled this particular wallet.

The verdict: Travel wallets

We’ll be honest – we’d book a holiday just for the opportunity to show off Ted Baker’s safar art print travel wallet , which is an absolute essential for stylish jet-setters who like to keep all their travel essentials in one place. Fjällräven’s kånken travel wallet is a sturdy, stylish piece of kit that stands up to serious amounts of wear and tear, while Lifeventure’s RFID travel wallet is a great example of a product that proves opting for extra security doesn’t require going down the supersized route.

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The Best Travel Wallets to Organize Your Vacation Essentials

Travel Wallets

I’ll be honest, I used to think of travel wallets and passport holders as a vanity accessory.

And they are… except when you start to travel frequently, especially on business travel .

Then a good travel wallet is a lifesaver .

After finding myself rummaging through my bag for my passport then my ticket then spare change for a coffee one too many times at the airport, I realized I needed a better organization system. 

I wanted a travel wallet that would be sturdy and compartmentalized enough to hold my travel credit cards , loose change, foreign currency as well as my passport and receipts.

Bonus points for something stylish and durable!

Keep reading for my list of the best travel wallets!

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Best Wallets for Travel

These are my favorite travel wallets in no particular order.

I’ve included a mix of designer and inexpensive wallets to suit different budgets and both men’s travel wallets and women’s travel wallets.

Some have unique features like the ability to charge your phone, hold cords, block RFID and waterproof outers – but all have the most important feature – functionality!

For the most part, these are larger travelers’ wallets designed with a passport holder in addition to currency and travel documents. I also looked for those with multiple zippers or folds to keep everything neatly organized. 

Best Travel Organizers

Best all around travel wallet: kate spade, best rfid blocking wallet: zoppen, most sustainable travel wallet: everlane, best travel wallet for business travelers: tumi, best zip around travel wallet: michael kors, best travel organizer: ted baker.

• Best Travel Neck Wallet: Lewis N. Clark

Best Leather Travel Organizer: Amazon

Best Travel Wallets (2021)

This Kate Spade Travel Wallet was my first travel wallet and remains one of my favorites.

It keeps everything neatly organized and is made of durable saffiano leather, with 17 interior pockets for cards, IDs etc.

The zip around also makes everything inside quite secure and you can stick in 2 passports if you’re traveling as a pair.

Unzipped, it lays entirely flat so you can see everything at once.

There’s also an exterior pocket outside the zipped section. Kate Spade produces this travel wallet pretty much every year and so there’s bound to be a color to suit your preference!

Kate Spade Travel Wallet

Available on Amazon , Zappos , Kate Spade &  Nordstrom .

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This is a hefty, all-in-one travel organizer with slots for everything you need.

It comes in a huge range of colors and still manages to be light and compact!

I find this one particularly handy for running through multiple countries and airports as it has a place for a pen to fill out customs forms and slots for SIM cards.

As someone who carries a lot of credit cards, I did wish there were more card holders but overall this is a fantastic travel document organizer!

The best part is the saffiano leather blocks RFIDs to give you peace of mind.

RFID Travel Wallet

Available on  Amazon

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This leather sling wallet is perfect for minimalists.

While it might look sleek and simple on the outside, it fits all the essentials the inside! The leather sling can fit cards, keys, headphones and the must have’s while you’re out and about sightseeing. 

It’s light weight, solid quality and perfect for keeping you organized on the go.

What I like most is the hands-free, close to the vest style of this Everlane leather bag . It can also double as a clutch for going out at night!

I also have an in-depth review , which has additional photos.

Everlane Travel Wallet

Available on Everlane

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Tumi makes high quality travel products and their zip around wallets are no exception.

The wristlet makes it look like a purse when you carry it around, so it transitions easily from day to night.

The roomy interior can fit everything you might need: phone, passport, cash, additional currency, boarding passes, cards and coins. It even has a pen slot and room for a small notebook!

That’s not all.

It also has a zippered compartment to securely store any tickets or coins and an additional back pocket. This is one travel wallet that can do it all!

Comes in a couple different colors and both mens and womens varieties .

Tumi Travel Wallet

Available on Zappos , Tumi , Nordstrom  & Amazon

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The Michael Kors jet set travel wallet was recommended to me by so many people and it’s easy to see why!

There’s a couple different variations by both Michael Kors and Michael Michael Kors – some have a wristlet and some are a zip around. But all are continental wallets with accordion style pockets, tons of card slots and a gorgeous leather outer.

There’s tons of room on the inside and I can even stuff my iphone plus inside, which is a huge plus in favor of the Michael Kors travel continental wallet .

I especially love the durable saffiano leather, which only needs a spot clean to get off dust and spills.

Overall, this is a classy and stylish travel wallet and I’ve found that both millennials and older women love Michael Kors so it’s a universal travel wallet.

Michael Kors Travel Wallet

Available on  Zappos  & Amazon

See  all color options here .

This Ted Baker organizer and travel wallet has a gorgeous floral motif, featuring interior snap tabs, slip pockets, four card slots and a pen holder.

I particularly like how it fits my phone and has a tie to keep cords nicely tucked away and tangle free. 

Other benefits: a pen slot, a zip around closure for security and zippered pouch for loose change, vital travel documents, etc.

Overall Ted Baker offers a stylish zippered travel wallet perfect for women! The only negative is that this is faux leather and made of polyurethane, but that does lend it durability.

Ted Baker Travel Wallet

Available on  Amazon  or Zappos

Best Hidden Neck Wallet: Lewis N. Clark

For those who like to carry things close to the vest, this small waterproof travel wallet   offers 7 pockets to stash your valuables around your neck.

It’s just large enough to fit an oversized iPhone 6+, a whopping 4 passports and things like gum, loose change, etc so this is my pick for the best family travel wallet.

The rfid neck wallet is made of water resistant nylon and laced with RFID blocking material.

I find this to be the best hidden travel wallet due to its adjustable neck string – as long as you keep the items minimal, it’s quite comfortable to wear close to the body.

Neck Wallet

Available on Amazon

See all  color options & read more reviews here

I’ve always loved the look of leather pouches and this travel organizer wallet immediately caught my eye, because it looks like something Indiana Jones would have carried!

I’m partial to the purpleish red color but they also sell more traditional leather options like tan, black and brown. 

This travel document organizer wallet holds 2 passports, credit cards and ID slots and isn’t too big – it fits right in a large pants back pocket. 

I was pretty impressed with the quality of the leather, especially given the price, as it’s soft and rich to the touch with even stitching. They do claim it is manufactured in Europe.

Overall, it’s quite a stylish option that looks more expensive than it is!

Leather Travel Organizer

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I can attest to the neck wallet in your review. It is a good option. Great writeup btw!

LOVE that Smythson one. Why do all the best ones have to be SO EXPENSIVE!?!? :(

Ugh, I know haha! Everything Smythson makes is fantastic. I will say though, all my passport wallets hold up for years! Now my regular wallets get pretty grimey fast…

I purchased the Kate Spade based upon your advice…it does not accommodate a passport.

Hi Kathy – hm, that’s really odd! Mine fits my passport. Which KS wallet did you buy and from which retailer? Do you have a US passport? You should definitely return if it doesn’t fit your passport since it’s especially made for passports..

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Is It Safe in Moscow?

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When you visit Moscow , Russia, you’re seeing one of the world’s largest, and most expensive, capital cities . While there is a history of violent crime against foreign journalists and aid personnel in Russia, a trip to Moscow is usually safe for mainstream travelers. Most tourists in Moscow only face potential issues with petty crime, though terrorism is also a concern. Visitors should stick to the principal tourist areas and abide by the local security advice.

Travel Advisories

• The U.S. Department of State urges travelers to avoid travel to Russia because of COVID-19 and to "exercise increased caution due to terrorism, harassment, and the arbitrary enforcement of local laws."  
• Anyone exploring more of Russia should avoid "The North Caucasus, including Chechnya and Mount Elbrus, due to terrorism, kidnapping,   and   risk of civil unrest." Also, travelers should stay away from "Crimea due to Russia’s occupation of the Ukrainian territory   and   abuses by its occupying authorities."  
• Canada states travelers should use a high degree of caution in Russia due to the threat of terrorism and crime.  

Is Moscow Dangerous?

The Moscow city center is typically safe. In general, the closer you are to the Kremlin , the better. Travelers mainly need to be aware of their surroundings and look out for petty crime. Be especially careful in tourist areas such as Arbat Street and crowded places like the Moscow Metro transit system. The suburbs are also generally fine, though it is advised to stay away from Maryino and Perovo districts.

Terrorism has occurred in the Moscow area, leading authorities to increase security measures. Be more careful at tourist and transportation hubs, places of worship, government buildings, schools, airports, crowds, open markets, and additional tourist sites.

Pickpockets and purse snatching happen often in Russia, perpetrated by groups of children and teenagers who distract tourists to get their wallets and credit cards. Beware of people asking you for help, who then trick you into their scheme. Don’t expect a backpack to be a safe bag bet; instead, invest in something that you can clutch close to your body or purchase a money belt . Always diversify, storing some money in a separate location so that if you are pickpocketed, you'll have cash elsewhere. Keep an eye out for thieves in public transportation, underground walkways, tourist spots, restaurants, hotel rooms and homes, restaurants, and markets.

Is Moscow Safe for Solo Travelers?

Large cities like Moscow in Russia are overall fairly safe if you are traveling alone, and the Moscow Metro public transit is a secure and easy way to get around. But it is still a good idea to follow basic precautions as in any destination. Avoid exploring alone at night, especially in bad areas. You may want to learn some basic Russian phrases or bring a dictionary, as many locals don't speak English. However, in case you need any help, there are tourist police that speak English. Also, exploring with other trusted travelers and locals or on professional tours is often a good way to feel safe.

Is Moscow Safe for Female Travelers?

Catcalling and street harassment are infrequent in Moscow and the rest of Russia and females traveling alone don't usually have problems. There are plenty of police officers on the streets as well. Still, it serves to stick to Moscow's well-lit, public areas, avoid solo night walks, and use your instincts. Women frequenting bars may take receive some friendly attention. Females can wear whatever they want, but those entering Orthodox churches will be required to cover up. Though women in Russia are independent, domestic violence and other inequality issues take place regularly.

Safety Tips for LGBTQ+ Travelers

Russia is not known as a gay-friendly country. However, Moscow is one of the more welcoming cities with a blooming LGBTQ+ community and many friendly restaurants, bars, clubs, and other venues. Hate crimes in Russia have increased since the 2013 anti-gay propaganda law. Openly LGBTQ+ tourists in this conservative country may experience homophobic remarks, discrimination, or even violence, especially if traveling with a partner. Also, while women hold hands or hug publicly—whether romantically involved or not—men should avoid public displays of affection to prevent being insulted or other issues.

Safety Tips for BIPOC Travelers

Moscow  and other big cities in Russia have sizable populations of various cultures, so discrimination against BIPOC travelers is rarer than in other parts of the country where it can become dangerous. Some people living in Russia who are Black, Asian, Jewish, and from other backgrounds have experienced racial discrimination and violence. Tourists won't usually experience overt racism but may be the recipients of some stares. If anyone should bother you, be polite and resist being taunted into physically defending yourself.

Safety Tips for Travelers

Travelers should consider the following general tips when visiting:

• It's best not to drink the tap water. If you do, boil it before drinking, though showering is safe and the amount used to brush teeth is generally not harmful. Mineral water is widely drunk, especially at restaurants, and if you prefer not to have it carbonated ask for “ voda byez gaz” (water without gas).
• If you need emergency assistance in case of fire, terrorism, medical issues, or more, dial 112 in Russia for bilingual operators.
• Be judicious about taking photographs, especially of police or officials. This can potentially bring unwanted attention to yourself by members of law enforcement who won’t mind asking to see your passport. Also avoid snapping photos of official-looking buildings, such as embassies and government headquarters.
• Carry your passport in as secure a manner as possible. If you get stopped for any reason by the police, they can fine or arrest you if you don't have the document with you. Also, keep photocopies of your passport, the page on which your travel visa appears, and any other documents that relate to your stay in Russia.
• Use official taxis only and steer clear of illegal taxi companies, especially at night. Ask your hotel to call a reputable taxi company.

U.S. Department of State. " Russia Travel Advisory ." August 6, 2020.

Government of Canada. " Official Global Travel Advisories ." November 19, 2020.

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