Scan Your ID, Passport, and License — Keep Them Securely Accessible

Losing your wallet or having your bag stolen is stressful enough without the added panic of having zero way to prove who you are. Having digital copies of your identity documents — passport, ID card, driver's license, insurance cards — stored in a secure place means you're never completely stuck. A scan or clear photo on your phone is a start, but relying only on your phone is fragile.

Store copies in an encrypted cloud folder, a password manager's secure notes, or email them to yourself in a password-protected archive. The key word is "securely" — don't leave passport scans in your unprotected photo gallery or in a public cloud folder. These copies won't replace the originals for official use, but they dramatically speed up the replacement process and help you in emergencies abroad.