Key takeaways
Passport, visa, and transit documents
Confirm passport validity, visas or authorizations, transit visas, residence documents, return eligibility, and whether names match across all documents and tickets.
Health, customs, and insurance
Review official vaccination or health requirements, customs restrictions, medication rules, and travel-insurance coverage. Declare goods when required.
Connections and separate tickets
Determine whether baggage transfers, border control, terminal changes, and minimum connection times are realistic. Separate tickets usually provide less protection after disruption.
- Save offline copies of critical documents
- Share an itinerary with a trusted contact
- Allow extra time for international formalities
Frequently asked questions
Does a connection require a transit visa?+
It can, depending on nationality, airport, terminal change, baggage collection, and whether you pass border control.
How much passport validity is required?+
Requirements differ by destination and transit country. Use official government guidance for your nationality and itinerary.
Who is responsible for travel documents?+
The traveler is responsible for meeting entry and transit requirements, even when an airline or agency provides general information.
Should documents be printed?+
Carry paper backups when practical because batteries, connectivity, and local acceptance can fail.