Lost Passport/Luggage

Calm first steps when important travel items disappear

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This page gives general travel guidance only. Always confirm official steps with your airline, airport, embassy, consulate, police, bank, insurer, or local authority

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If Your Passport Is Lost Or Stolen

1. Stay calm and check every safe place first

2. Report the loss or theft if local rules require it

3. Contact your embassy, consulate, or high commission

4. Ask about emergency travel documents

5. Keep all reference numbers, police reports, and written confirmations

6. Contact your airline if you are due to travel soon

If Your Luggage Is Missing

1. Report it before leaving the airport if possible

2. Get a baggage claim or property irregularity reference number

3. Keep your boarding pass and baggage tag

4. Ask how the airline will contact you with updates

5. Save all messages, forms, screenshots, and receipts

6. Check what your airline or travel insurance may cover

If Your Wallet Or Cards Are Gone Too

1. Freeze or block your cards immediately

2. Contact your bank through official channels

3. Tell a trusted travel companion or family member

4. Use your backup money plan if you have one

5. Keep proof of reports for insurance or claims

Before You Travel Next Time

Keep passport details, emergency contacts, booking notes, insurance details, card backup notes, and important trip information somewhere easy to find before travel day turns noisy

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