You picked out the perfect travel clothes, organized your skin care products in your luggage, and double-checked all the electronic cords you'll need are easily accessible — but where did you stash your passport?
The best passport holders keep your travel papers secure and safe and right where you need them. Having one can also ease pre-travel stress while you're packing.
Whether you're looking to jet set soon or need a unique gift idea, check out these passport wallets and covers for women, men and kids using the links below. Approved by wanderlust-filled shoppers across the Internet, there's no doubt these will help keep your passport protected and in the best condition for all of your future travels.
Best budget | Best overall | Best RFID | Best wearable | Best waterproof | Most stylish | Best for kids and families | What to look for | FAQs | Meet our experts
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Best budget passport holders
Labato Passport and Vaccine Card Holder
Waterproof, available in various colors and sized to fit any pocket, the Labato Passport and Vaccine Card Holder Combo is one of the best budget passport holders on the market. The convenient clear plastic window on the inside holds vaccines or other forms of IDs without you having to worry about them getting wrinkled or misplaced.
RFID Blocking Leather Passport Cover Holder
With more than 10,000 verified five-star ratings on Amazon and counting, you can purchase this passport holder confidently, knowing thousands of people loved it. They also have RFID blocking, which helps prevent digital information theft.
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Best overall passport holders
Travelon RFID Blocking Passport Zip Wallet
If something about a zipper makes you feel like your travel documents are more secure, you're not alone, and this Travelon RFID Blocking Passport Zip Wallet may be just what you need.
Made of durable nylon and priced at under $30, this passport holder holds more than simply your passport. It has space for your vaccine card, other forms of identification, credit cards and even foreign currencies. Plus, it comes with RFID-blocking technology, so your information stays secure.
Mark & Graham Fillmore Vegan Leather Passport Case
Mark & Graham offers quality products, and this monogrammable passport holder doesn't disappoint. It's made from vegan leather that feels super luxe in between your fingers. Plus, you can even purchase a matching luggage tag to match!
Paravel Cabana Passport Case
A stylish and eco-friendly passport holder? Yes, please.
The Cabana Passport Case gets top marks for its chic design: It's available in four colors, boasts a roomy interior that fits a passport, and has several additional pockets for ID and credit cards — all in addition to a stain-resistant exterior. That exterior is made from recycled water bottles and vegan leather.
While it's one of the more expensive passport wallets on the market, it's also made to last, meaning you'll only need to buy another one if your sister "borrows" it.
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Best RFID-blocking passport holders
ACdream Passport Cover Holder
Equipped with a magnetic closure, leather lining and RFID protection, this Amazon pick is another of our favorite passport holders. One reviewer noted, "It was great to keep everything in one place, and [it] held four cards, cash and my passport."
We love the various colors and designs it comes in, which makes it look different from a traditional passport cover.
Sherpani Osaka Wallet
The slim design of this passport holder gets major points from us: It's easy to slip into a bag. While it's made from recycled materials, it's also coated with waterproof polyurethane, so it might be as eco-friendly as some of the other options on the market.
Still, it's a waterproof option for those looking for RFID anti-theft technology. And despite its slim size, it has a cash pocket and a place for other identification and cards.
Best wearable passport holder
Zero Grid Travel Neck Wallet with RFID Blocking
Store all of your valuables in one place with this multi-pocketed passport pouch. It hangs along your neck and has ample space for cash, cards, passports, keys, tickets, sunglasses and more. It comes with RFID technology to protect against identity theft. More than 4,300 verified Amazon reviewers even gave this wallet a perfect five stars.
Best waterproof passport holder
Lojel Travel Wallet
This isn't just any water-resistant passport holder; it's made of heavy-duty 600D polyester, so you know it won't only repel water, but also withstand bumps and last you a while. It can also hold more than just your passport, thanks to a whopping eight interior compartments. Our favorite part: The unique L-shaped zipper design for easily accessing things while you're holding the wallet in one hand.
Most stylish passport holders
Etsy Personalized Passport Holder
These adorably adorned passport holders are an Etsy bestseller, and it's easy to see why. Not only are they travel-themed and personalizable, but they're also handmade and have four slots for various cards.
Adventure Awaits Personalized Leather Passport Holder
Customize this passport cover with a phrase, graphic and your name, all beautifully etched into leatherette material. It also has inside flaps that are great for holding multiple travel documents simultaneously.
Etsy Pop Art Paints Passport Holder
This personalized passport holder and luggage tag set is perfect for the trendy traveler (each is also available individually). We love that both items are customizable, and the fun pop art print will help you locate your bag and passport in a jiffy.
Away The Passport Wallet
Beloved for their stylish luggage and packing cubes, Away's chic passport holders are a splurge but oh-so worth it for the jet-setter. Available in four shades of leather, the passport wallets are personalizable and come with interior credit card slots if you want to keep your money and identification together.
Plus, just like their luggage, the company offers a 100-day trial on the product.
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Best passport holders for kids and families
Quttie Kids Eco Leather Passport Cover
Spaceships, dinosaurs or penguins? No matter what your little one is into, odds are they'll love this uniquely designed kids' passport holder. Choose from 18 different designs, all printed on vegan leather.
One five-star Amazon reviewer reported, "My kids love it! They were so excited to choose their own designs; these covers protect their passports perfectly, and the material is just excellent."
Valante Family RFID Passport Holder
Love the idea of a multiple-person passport holder, but need a more affordable option? Valante has a six-person passport holder for under $30.
It has more than 3,000 reviews and, while bulkier than the ExtraStudio option we list below, it has room for miscellaneous coins and paper currency, a spot for pens and even an external phone pocket. It's water-resistant, has a crossbody strap and comes with RFID technology.
Note, however, that some reviewers did say it felt flimsy compared to other pricier options on the market.
ExtraStudio Personalized Family Leather Passport
With over 9,000 reviews and countless compliments, this Etsy store makes stunning passport holders with enough space for six passports. They're made from genuine top-grade oil leather from Italy, and you can opt to get it engraved, too.
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What to look for in a passport holder
The best passport holders will keep your passport and even other travel documents secure no matter where you travel. Before you buy one, though, you need to consider a few factors:
Set a budget.
With prices ranging from under $5 to nearly $100, you can find a passport sleeve that fits your budget.
What do you need it for?
Does it simply need to hold your passport? Or would you also like a holder that carries a vaccine card, other travel documents such as foreign currency, identification cards or credit cards?
Some passport wallets will also hold more than one passport, which is excellent for families with young children. You'll also find many of the best passport holders also now offer RFID technology to protect against digital identity theft.
Does it match your style?
And then, of course, consider your aesthetic. Passport wallets come in various colors and materials; some offer zip closure, while others take the form of a book cover for your passport.
Questions about passport storage, answered by experts
What are other ways to keep my passport and other travel documents secure?
"My best tip is a simple one: Always put your passport in the exact same place, both at home and when you travel," says Luis Vargas, founder and CEO of Modern Adventure. "It can save the frantic panic of not knowing where it is when you need it most."
Vargas added that we should put a reminder on our calendar for passport renewal; with ample time, it's an easy process.
"If you need a valid passport in a matter of days, you can go to a Federal Passport Agency in a major city and walk out with one on the same day with the proper proof of travel and process," says Vargas.
Another way to keep your passport and other travel documents safe is to make copies. Travel writer Jeremy Albelda recommends storing electronic copies of your documents on a secure cloud service or on your phone.
Can I add my passport to my Apple Wallet?
Simply put, no.
“Unfortunately, you cannot add your passport to your Apple Wallet, as it is a physical document and not currently supported by the app," Albelda says. "However, you can add certain IDs, boarding passes and tickets to your Apple Wallet for easy access and convenience during travel."
What is the best way to carry a passport and money?
"When I travel, I put the local currency [that] I don't want in my wallet in my passport instead," Vargas says. "That way, I always know where it is and that it's secure."
Do I really need a passport holder?
Probably not, but they can be helpful.
"While a passport holder is not mandatory, it offers added protection by keeping your passport organized and safe from wear and tear," says Albelda. "Passport holders with RFID-blocking technology also protect your personal information from being stolen."
Remember that you will need to remove your passport from the holder when it's being inspected.
Vargas adds, "I travel up to 200 days a year and do not use a passport holder."
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Meet our experts
Jeremy Albelda is a travel writer at The World or Bust, a blog detailing his numerous travel experiences all over the world.
Luis Vargas is the founder and CEO of Modern Adventure, a travel company that specializes in creating unique travel experiences and related content.
