International Travel Documentation Checklist

Traveler Name:

Destination:

Travel Dates: to

Purpose: ☐ Tourism ☐ Business ☐ Study ☐ Other: _____________

⚠️ START EARLY: Begin this checklist 2-3 months before travel. Some documents take weeks to obtain. Passports must be valid for 6+ months beyond your travel dates for most countries.

Essential Travel Documents (Pack in Carry-On)

Valid Passport (check expiration - must be valid 6+ months after travel)

Visa (if required for destination country)

I-94 (if applicable) or evidence of immigration status

Green Card or Re-entry Permit (if applicable)

Advance Parole document (if applicable)

Flight/travel tickets (print and digital)

Hotel reservations/accommodation confirmation

Before You Leave - Verify & Prepare

Passport valid for 6+ months beyond return date

Visa requirements checked for destination country

Visa obtained if required (start 1-2 months early)

Check COVID-19 or health requirements for destination

Vaccinations up to date (Yellow Fever, etc. if required)

Travel insurance purchased

Immigration Status Documents (If Applicable)

Green Card (permanent residents)

Employment Authorization Document (EAD)

Advance Parole (if status requires it for re-entry)

Valid work visa (H-1B, L-1, etc.)

I-20 or DS-2019 (students and exchange visitors)

Travel signature from designated school official (students)

Proof of ties to US (employment letter, property ownership)

Supporting Documents

Driver's license or state ID

Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements)

Return flight ticket/itinerary

Hotel/accommodation reservations

Travel itinerary

Business invitation letter (if traveling for work)

Make Copies - Keep Separate from Originals

Photocopy of passport bio page

Copy of visa

Copy of Green Card/immigration documents

Copy of travel tickets

Email copies to yourself/cloud storage

Leave copies with family/emergency contact

Emergency Preparations

Emergency contact list (family, attorney, embassy)

US Embassy/Consulate contact info for destination

Travel health insurance policy information

Credit card customer service numbers

Notify bank/credit cards of travel plans

Prescription medications in original bottles

Re-Entry to US Checklist

Passport with valid visa/status

Green Card (if permanent resident)

Advance Parole (if required)

I-20 with valid travel signature (students)

Proof of current employment/enrollment

Customs declaration form (given on flight)

Legal Disclaimer: This checklist is for general guidance only. Requirements vary by country and immigration status. Consult with an immigration attorney if you have questions about your specific situation. Check official government websites for current requirements.