This airport MVP gets me through security in a flash, and it's down to $19

The first step in any kind of recovery is recognizing you have a problem. So here goes: I'm a bit of a hot mess when it comes to getting through airport security. (My Real ID may still be floating around the Mexico City airport due to some organizational challenges I've faced in the not-too-distant past.) If you too are a hot mess — or hope to never devolve into one — the unassuming Venture 4th Passport Holder Neck Wallet is just what you need, and it's nearly 40% off.

Why is it a good deal? 💰

Nearly 40% off is the kind of discount that makes you feel like you're shopping in the halcyon days of Amazon — back when everything was fast, cheap and easy. These days, scoring that kind of deal usually means settling for a taupe shade no one's excited about, but not so here — the cute colors are discounted too! And I probably don't need to tell you how expensive it can be to lose a passport, ID or credit card — we're talking steep rush-replacement fees at best, and fraud or canceled flights (or even canceled vacations!) at worst.

Why do I need this? 🤔

No one wants to be that person who holds up the security line while they're fumbling for their ID or boarding pass. Whether your travel life is flashing before you with memories of testy TSA agents or you've been the one tapping your toes impatiently while a fellow traveler dumps out their bag, let this little satchel help you get your act together.

The Venture 4th wallet is surprisingly roomy but easily slips under a jacket or shirt to be hidden away (sorry, pickpockets). It has a clear sleeve for an ID and RFID-protected pockets for credit cards, plus convenient slip pockets for boarding passes, passports and more. It's a one-stop shop for sanity and organization, even if you're sprinting to your gate for an international flight at 5 a.m., before the coffee has kicked in (again, just me?).

What reviewers say 💬

This little satchel is flying high with over 9,000 five-star reviews. Shoppers are seriously impressed by how slim it is, yet how much it can stash: passports, credit cards, boarding passes, cash... gum... mystery receipts — you name it.

Pros 👍

"I bought this little case to hold my passport and credit cards for a trip, but have found it is just the right size to hold my iPhone Max and everything I need when I run to the store or go for a hike," said one passport-purse stan. "Great size, sturdy, roomy — one of those marvelous things that seem larger on the inside than they are on the outside! I am thinking of buying another in a different color as well!"

"I recently went on an overseas trip with multiple transfers, and I was the only one not stumbling looking for my passport and ticket because it was right around my neck. Great quality and super convenient," said another organizing overachiever.

"Amazing organization ... fast, easy access to everything I needed, including passport book, air ticket, phone, reading glasses, cash, lipstick, compact, tissues and a small stash of snacks," said a small-bag evangelist. "I loved being able to access items easily without having to dig through my everyday shoulder bag... . Also, I was able to secure the pouch and contents in the safe provided in my hotel room. Now, I won't travel without it."

"Of all of my recent travel purchases, this was the most important one. It's not the flyest looking bag ever, but I just really, really did not want to deal with the possibility of losing my passport, pickpocketing, etc," said a pouch enthusiast. "It has good organization and just enough pockets so that I could organize what I had and not have to search for things."

Cons 👎

By and large, this pouch knocks it out of the park, but some shoppers found tiny areas for improvement.

"Works great, being able to keep different money on different sides of the pouch was great. I kept three passports, three vax cards, a small wallet and a lip balm in the main parts," said this travel titan. "Only complaint is the little window on the front — wish it had a closure, even a small strip of velcro. I didn't want to keep my license in there for fear of losing it."

This minimalist found the pockets a bit overwhelming: "Five compartments total. Quality seems good. Maybe too many pockets — might make me hunt for small things."

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The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.

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