Can a hotel take a photocopy of your passport?

Some hotels will accept a clear copy of your passport page as long as you can prove that it's identical to the original. Even if the manager won't oblige and insists upon keeping the genuine article, you can always carry the copy with you as you explore the destination. Do not write your home address in your passport.



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Many countries have laws requiring foreign visitors to register with the local police. By taking your passports the hotels are doing this for you (and it's not their decision - it's the law - they have no choice).

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The officer scans your passport to see basic info: Name, date of birth, country of citizenship, etc. The passport page containing that basic info also shows a 'code key' that, when scanned, grants access to the chip which contains the same info.

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Look for a place in your hotel room where people wouldn`t think that it would be there, like under the TV or at the edge of the carpet. When the edge of the carpet can be pulled up and it is covered by furniture, people will not notice it there. When you get back after a day out, make sure to check on it immediately.

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Never keep your passport in your back pocket. That pocket is called the “sucker pocket” for a reason. The very best way to keep your passport safe is to carry it on your person in an anti-theft pouch or money belt that is hidden under your clothes. Here is a selection of anti-theft money belts and wallets.

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Do you need to carry your passport at all times? No. But it makes for good identification should you need it.

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Though your passport is a form of I.D., you probably won't need to tote it around with you all day once you've reached your destination. According to the US Department of State, one of the safest things you can do is secure your passport under lock and key at home or your hotel as you would with any other valuable.

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Never keep your passport in your back pocket. That pocket is called the “sucker pocket” for a reason. The very best way to keep your passport safe is to carry it on your person in an anti-theft pouch or money belt that is hidden under your clothes. Here is a selection of anti-theft money belts and wallets.

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Immigration : Need to check whether the person leaving the country had not overstayed and had valid visa. Also whether the person has no warrant or red alert and is free to leave the country. Gate : Need to check whether the person carrying the boarding pass is the same person travelling as per the passport.

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