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Business Trip Packing List: What to Pack for Work Travel
Nobody wants to show up to a client meeting and realize their laptop charger is at home. Here's what to pack so your work trip goes smoothly.
Work Essentials
- Laptop and power cord
- Phone and charger
- Portable power bank
- Headphones or earbuds
- Connection cables (HDMI, USB-C)
- International power adapter (if traveling abroad)
- Business cards
- Pen and notebook
- USB drive or presentation materials
Documents and Identification
- ID or passport (valid for at least 6 months if international)
- Printed itinerary (flights, hotel, meetings)
- Boarding passes (printed or digital)
- Personal and business credit cards
- Cash (including local currency if international)
- Health insurance card
- Travel insurance documents
- Emergency contact list
Business Clothing
- 2 suits, blazers, or jackets
- 3–4 wrinkle-resistant dress shirts or tops
- 2 pairs of dress pants, trousers, or skirts
- 1 pair of dark jeans or casual pants (for evenings)
- 1 light sweater or cardigan
- 5 pairs of dress socks or tights
- 5 sets of underwear
- 1 pair of dress shoes
- 1 pair of comfortable walking or athletic shoes
- Sleepwear
- Workout clothes and sneakers (if needed)
- Weather-appropriate coat or jacket
- Belt, tie, and accessories as needed
Toiletries and Grooming
- Toothbrush, toothpaste, and dental floss
- Shampoo, conditioner, and body wash (travel-size)
- Deodorant
- Razor and shaving cream
- Face cleanser and moisturizer
- Sunscreen and lip balm
- Hair styling products and comb/brush
- Contact lenses and solution (if applicable)
- Makeup essentials (if applicable)
Health Essentials
- Prescription medications (in original containers)
- Over-the-counter pain relief and cold medicine
- Hand sanitizer
- Disinfecting wipes
- Basic first-aid supplies (bandages, antiseptic)
Travel Comfort
- Eye mask and earplugs
- Travel pillow
- Reusable water bottle
- Packing cubes
- Garment bag or folder for suits
- Small umbrella
Save This List for Next Time
In PackItSmart you can save this packing list and pull it up before every work trip. Tweak it as needed — add your favorite snacks, drop the gym clothes if there's no hotel gym — and you're good to go.