Make Copies of Important Documents

The Problem

Your passport is stolen. You have no copy of the number, issue date, or photo page.

The Hack

Photograph: passport photo page, driver's license, credit cards (front and back), travel insurance card, and hotel confirmations. Email them to yourself and save in cloud storage.

Why It Works

If your passport is stolen, a copy significantly speeds up the replacement process at the embassy. Credit card photos let you call and cancel with all the information needed — without having the physical card.

Pro Tips

• Email copies to yourself — accessible from any device
• Also share with a trusted person at home
• Store in a secure cloud folder
• Keep paper copies in a separate location from originals