11 RFID-Blocking Travel Items That Won’t Make You Look Like a Tourist

Say goodbye to that ugly khaki neck holder or fanny pack. You no longer have to sacrifice style for security.

Stylish RFID-Blocking Gear

These 11 RFID-blocking travel accessories and clothes will keep you on trend while securing your identity against hackers using radio frequency identification.

ExOfficio FlyQ Jacket and Venta Lite II Jacket by Craghoppers

    

If you’re headed to a chilly destination, pack a jacket with an RFID-blocking pocket. This one by ExOfficio is useful for female travelers, as is this layering option by Craghoppers for men.

KNOMO London Mayfair Knomand 13” Tech Organizer

Travel smart with this sleek laptop sleeve and tech organizer from KNOMO London. The RFID-blocking front pocket provides extra security and is big enough to zip in both your passport and cards.

Pacsafe RFIDsleeve

If you’re looking for the simplest form of RFID-blocking tech, then Pacsafe’s credit card sleeves (sold in a set of five) are what you’re looking for. Simple and sleek, the alumina poly paper sleeves are stylish, fit in your wallet, and are tear-resistant.

Briggs & Riley Verb Pilot Carry-On

This carry-on from Briggs & Riley is filled with cool features, like self-repairing zippers and a front RFID-blocking pocket for your passport and cards.

Vera Bradley RFID Carson Mini Crossbody

Hit the town in style with this classic, quilt-printed crossbody bag from Vera Bradley made with RFID-blocking material. Other features include a handy exterior back slip pocket and magnetic snap closure.

Fossil RFID Tate Large Coin Pocket Bifold

There are hundreds of stylish RFID-blocking wallet options out there for guys, but I like this bifold style from Fossil, made specifically for travel.

Lodis Accessories Sweet Honey RFID Flat Pouch

I love traveling with clutches—they are great for organized packing and can easily dress up an outfit for a night out. Lodis makes a line of RFID-blocking bags in attractive Italian leather. Check out this snakeskin pouch by the brand as a stylish option.

Pacsafe Citysafe CX RFID Wristlet Wallet

 

Travel security brand Pacsafe also makes a stylish, yet practical line of bags and wallets with RFID-blocking fabric. I love this multi-functional wristlet and wallet, available in three chic colors.

Lodis Accessories Rodeo Strip RFID Odele Crossbody

This stylish crossbody bag makes for an ideal day bag option for walking around a city. Available in two colors, the leather bag also has a detachable zip pouch, four interior pockets, an exterior pocket, and a zip closure.

Pacsafe Slingsafe LX450 Anti-Theft 14L Backpack

Not one, but all of the interior slip pockets and front zip pockets on this backpack from Pacsafe have RFID-blocking tech. And that’s just the beginning. The backpack also has a padded computer compartment, slash-guard panels and anchor strap, an anti-theft anchor lock, and interlocking zipper pulls. Available in four prints and colors, it’s minimalist chic (and secure).

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