This file is made up of items that you do not want to misplace during a move and cannot afford to lose.
Your "safety file" should contain:
Copies of birth certificates.
Adoption papers.
Marriage license.
Guardianship papers.
Divorce papers.
Power of attorney.
Passport information (where it was issued, date and number).
Extra passport pictures.
Medical history and X-rays.
Letter from doctor stating you need any narcotic drugs prescribed for you.
Dental X-rays and
school records, including samples of the curricula.
copy of last tax return.
Traveler's check information.
Wills.
Social Insurance cards (if not in purses or wallets) and/or Social Insurance numbers.
Life and medical insurance policies
Back up-restore software originals
Backup tape(s) cd(s) of your computer harddrive
Information regarding:
Bank account,
Charge/credit cards,
Relatives, in case of emergency,
Insurance policies for car, fire, then, etc.
Children's school(s) at old location,
Doctor, dentist, lawyer and accountant at old location,
Your company's old address, and overseas address and contact person
Your Moving Contract and The Movers contact numbers