For a family of four or five, one family passport wallet is the simplest option: every passport and boarding pass in a single zip organiser that one parent carries, with a pen holder for arrival cards. The TravelSmart Family Passport Wallet holds 4–5 passports, depending on passport thickness. For a family of six, add a Slim RFID Passport Wallet for the extra passport, or give older children their own.
Why one wallet for the whole family helps
Check-in, security, boarding and customs each ask for passports, often at the worst moment, with bags in hand and kids in tow. One organiser means:
- one place to look, instead of four bags and three pockets
- boarding passes kept flat next to the passports
- a pen holder, so a pen is ready for arrival cards
- one zip to check before you leave the hotel
What fits: the three options compared
| Family Passport Wallet | RFID Passport Wallet (Classic) | ZipSafe™ RFID Travel Wallet | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Passports | 4–5 (depending on thickness) | 1 | Passport (number not stated) |
| Also holds | Boarding passes, e-tickets, travel papers, cards, notes, coins; pen holder | 4 cards, cash | Cards, cash, boarding passes |
| Size | Not listed (slim enough for a tote or carry-on) | 14.1 × 10.4 × 1 cm | 23 × 12 × 2 cm |
| Weight | Not listed | 60 g | Not listed |
| Closure | Full-length zip | Bi-fold | Full zip-around |
| Carry | Adjustable shoulder strap | Pocket or bag | Bag |
| RFID | RFID-blocking lining | Built-in RFID-blocking layer | 13.56 MHz shielding layer |
| Colours | Navy, Black | Black, Brown | Grey, Brown, Black |
| Price | A$69.90 | A$49.90 | A$39.90 |
Which setup suits your family
Family of 3–4
One Family Passport Wallet (A$69.90) carries everyone's documents. If you'd rather split the load between two adults, two RFID Passport Wallets (A$49.90 each) work too, but you'll lose the single place for boarding passes.
Family of 5
The Family Passport Wallet holds 4–5 passports in dedicated slots, so it can cover a family of five on its own. Passports with lots of visa pages fit more snugly, so try all five in the slots before you leave.
Family of 6
The Family Passport Wallet holds 4–5 passports. The practical options are:
- Family Passport Wallet for five, plus a Slim RFID Passport Wallet (A$39.90) for the sixth, often a teenager who can carry their own
- Family Passport Wallet for the younger children, plus individual passport wallets for each adult
Families with teenagers
Many families let teenagers carry their own passport on the plane and hand it back for customs. A Slim RFID Passport Wallet (A$39.90) holds a passport, a boarding pass and 3 cards, with a quick-release passport sleeve. It comes in Black, Pink and Blue, so each child can recognise their own.
Packing a family passport wallet
- Put one passport in each slot, oldest to youngest, so you hand them over in the same order every time.
- Keep boarding passes flat in the full-width sleeves, in the same order as the passports.
- Put a pen in the pen holder for arrival and departure cards.
- Put the travel cards you'll use first, and a little local currency, in the card and note pockets.
- Wear it on the shoulder strap in queues so your hands stay free for kids and bags.
- Zip it fully closed after every checkpoint.
What about RFID blocking?
The Family Passport Wallet has an RFID-blocking lining. Your ePassport chips and tap-and-go cards can be read by a scanner held close to them. Passport chips also have their own lock: a reader has to read the printed lines on the photo page before the chip will share its data. Skimming isn't something most travellers run into every day, but the RFID-blocking lining is a simple way to stop unwanted scans of everything inside, with nothing to switch on, so you don't have to think about it in busy terminals.
When a family wallet isn't the right choice
- Your family splits up during the trip. Each adult may need to carry their own children's passports.
- You travel light with only a personal item and want the smallest option. Individual slim passport wallets take up less room.
- Everyone is an adult. Individual slim passport wallets are lighter and easier.
- You're a solo traveller. The RFID Passport Wallet or Slim RFID Passport Wallet is simpler.
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FAQ
How many passports fit in the TravelSmart Family Passport Wallet?
Four to five, each in its own slot, depending on thickness. Passports with lots of visa pages fit more snugly.
What if we're a family of six?
Use the Family Passport Wallet for up to five and add a Slim RFID Passport Wallet (A$39.90) for the extra passport.
Does it fit Australian passports?
Yes. It's sized for standard passports, including Australian ones.
Can it hold boarding passes and a pen?
Yes. Full-width sleeves hold boarding passes, e-ticket printouts and travel insurance papers flat, and there's a built-in pen holder. It also holds cards, notes and coins.
Is it better than separate passport wallets?
For check-in and customs, yes, because every passport and boarding pass is in one place, in order. Separate wallets suit older children and families who split up during the trip.
Can I carry it hands-free?
Yes. The adjustable shoulder strap lets you wear it across your body or over one shoulder.