The Ultimate Business Trip Packing List: Everything You Need for Your Success

A successful business trip doesn't start at the airport, but with packing. Because important questions you ideally ask yourself in advance: How many outfits do I need for the trip? What do I pack if I'm away for a week? With our compact business trip packing list and our practical tips, you'll be well prepared for your next trip and have the most important documents, devices, and clothing items always at hand. Whether it's about the right shoes for the next meeting or the necessary technical equipment – here you find everything you need for your business travels.

What should you take with you?

The amount of clothing and other items you should pack for your business trip mainly depends on the following factors:

• Duration of the trip
• Planned activities
• Destination
• Laundry options at the destination

Depending on these aspects, you should approach packing your suitcase. Our packing list can serve as a guideline!

Business trip packing list as a PDF for checking off! Download it here as a file:

Business Trip Checklist PDF

1. Documents & Papers

Important travel documents are crucial for a smooth process during your business trip. Make sure to have all necessary papers ready to avoid delays. These include:

• Passport or ID card
• Visa (if required)
  
• Driver's license
• Flight and train tickets
  
• Insurance card
  
• Hotel booking confirmation
  
• Important contacts, addresses, and phone numbers (printed or noted)
• Business cards
  

For your business cards, you can find suitable business card cases in our online shop.

2. Clothing

Choosing the right clothing is crucial for a professional appearance during your business trip. Your packing list should include both formal outfits for meetings and casual clothing for leisure time:

●    Business outfits: Dresses, blazers, suits 
●    Shirts / Blouses
●    Ties / Scarves
●    Jacket or coat (depending on the weather)
●    Underwear
●    Socks
●    Comfortable shoes (for leisure)
●    Chic shoes (for meetings and appointments)
●    Leisure clothing (for the evening)
●    Pajamas
●    Accessories and jewelry: Watch, belt, glasses

3. Hygiene Items

Good personal hygiene not only contributes to your well-being but also leaves a positive, well-groomed impression in your professional environment. Make sure you have the following hygiene items and things in your luggage:

●    Toothpaste and toothbrush
●    Shower gel and shampoo
●    Deodorant
●    Razor and shaving foam
●    Hairbrush or comb
●    Hair ties and clips
●    Face cream and body lotion
●    Make-up, make-up remover
●    Contact lenses and care products
●    Feminine hygiene products: Pads, tampons
●    Disinfectant
●    Nail scissors or file
●    Toiletry bag or pouch

4. Travel Pharmacy

In addition to care products, a small travel pharmacy should also be part of your luggage: 

• Personal medications
• Blister plasters
• Headache pills
• Cough drops
• Travel sickness tablets against nausea
• Insect repellent spray (depending on destination)

5. Finances 

To ensure you're never short of cash on your business trip, make sure to take these items with you: 

• Cash (for international trips)
• Credit card / EC card

6. Technical Devices

Without the necessary technical equipment, no business trip can be successful. Store all devices and their accessories carefully to be able to work productively at all times.

• Laptop / Tablet
• Chargers for technical devices
  
• Smartphone
• Power bank 
• USB stick / Hard drive (for important data)
• Plug adapters (if necessary)
  

7. Other Items

Some items are not necessarily part of your packing list but can make your trip more comfortable and pleasant. Consider which personal items could help you relax or make meaningful use of your time during the trip. Here are some of our recommendations for your packing list: 

• Books, magazines, or e-reader
• Snacks for the road
• Refillable water bottle
• Travel guide 
• Earplugs / Headphones
• Travel pillow for the flight
• Small travel games 

Wondering which suitcase size is ideal for your next trip? We'll show you the different sizes available and which suitcase  is sensible when. 

Tips for your business trip: 

On a business trip, not only is the packing list important, but also how you pack all those items: 

• Roll your clothes, instead of folding them, as this saves space and prevents wrinkles.
• Use packing cubes or bags, to sort different items like clothing, hygiene products, and technology, which makes organizing and unpacking easier.
• Place heavy items at the bottom of the suitcase or backpack, to ensure stability and distribute the weight evenly.