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Pacsafe Coversafe V100 Waist Wallet

A waist wallet for passport days, not spending days

A slim waist wallet worn under clothing, with RFID-blocking material, a soft adjustable strap and a zippered compartment with an inner organizer pocket. About 5 x 11 inches and 2 oz.

Our take

A pickpocket can get into a back pocket, a backpack, even a jacket. Under your waistband is much harder. That's the whole case for a money belt.

This one is slim and about 2 oz, with a zippered main compartment and an inner pocket, so a passport, spare cards and some backup cash don't end up in a pile. The RFID-blocking material covers the cards. It suits a long day of trains or an overnight ride, when you're tired and not watching your stuff. The catch is comfort. Fabric against skin all day gets warm and damp in hot or humid places, and getting anything out means a trip to the restroom.

Treat it as a travel-day stash, not your wallet. Passport and backups go in, spending money stays in your pocket. Check the price before you book.

Who it’s for

Travelers on long transit days or overnight trains who want a passport and backup cards hidden against their body.

Skip it if

Skip it if you travel mostly in hot climates or want quick access to your cards. A neck pouch or a zippered inside pocket is easier to reach.

Pacsafe Coversafe V100 Waist Wallet: questions people ask

Are money belts still worth it?

For transit days in busy places, yes. They keep a passport and backup card hidden. They're not built for things you need to grab often.

Do money belts get sweaty?

Any fabric against your skin can get damp in the heat. Wearing it over a thin layer helps, and plenty of travelers only put one on for travel days.

What should I keep in a money belt?

Your passport, a backup card and some emergency cash. Keep everyday money in a normal wallet so you're not digging under your clothes in public.

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