Write your full name, email address, and mobile phone number (including the country code) on your luggage tag. We would advise against writing your home address as it may leave you vulnerable to a break-in while you're away.

When labeling your luggage in the UK, the goal is to provide enough information for the airline to return the bag if lost, without exposing too much personal data to passersby. You should include your full name, mobile phone number (with the +44 international prefix), and your email address. It is no longer recommended to put your full home address on the exterior of the tag, as this can alert potential burglars that your house is empty while you are away. Instead, many travelers in 2026 put the address of their destination hotel or their "work address" on the tag. A savvy "pro-tip" is to place a second, more detailed identification sheet inside the suitcase on top of your clothes, which includes your full itinerary and contact details; this is a lifesaver if the external tag gets torn off during the automated sorting process. If you use a digital tracker like an AirTag, you should still have a physical label as a backup. Ensure the label is durable and that the ink is waterproof, as luggage often sits on damp runways or loading docks during transit through busy hubs like Heathrow or Gatwick.