Don’t laminate your vaccine card: 5 vaccine card holders to use instead

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Whether traveling via airplane, attending an event or religious service, or eating at your favorite restaurant, showing proof of vaccination is growing more common in some parts of the country. Given its importance, laminating your vaccination card to prevent any damage might seem like a good idea. But it isn’t, experts say. Why? Because encasing it in plastic prevents the addition of booster-shots record to the card.

Vaccine card holders are a viable and popular alternative. Similar to a passport holder, they conveniently encase your vaccine card, and usually feature a clear, plastic window to display the card without needing to remove it. An added bonus? Some of them are even stylish.

CBS Essentials rounded up a handful of vaccine card holders to suit a variety of tastes, ranging from simple, clear plastic protective coverings to more stylish and ornate options.

Vida vegan leather vaccine card holder

Offered in a range of colors, this vegan leather sleeve from Vida features a clear face to protect your card and a convenient metal clip which easily attaches to your purse, backpack or luggage for easy access.

Vida vegan leather vaccine card holder, $15

ACdream passport and vaccine card holder

Available in multiple colors, patterns and textures, this polyurethane leather wallet from ACdream is a best-seller on Amazon. A great option for international travelers, the clever, small accessory features designated slots for a passport, vaccine card, credit cards, driver’s license, plane ticket, small pen and even two SIM cards.

ACdream vaccine card holder, $13

Teskyer CDC vaccination card holder (5 pack)

For those who prefer the simplicity (and cost effectiveness) of clear plastic, this 5-pack of Teskeyer vaccination card protectors features a sealable zipper to keep your card dry. Don’t forget to order some lanyards, which easily attach via precut holes.

Teskyer CDC vaccination card holder (5 pack), $8

Rifle Paper Co. fabric vaccination card holder

These statement-making vaccination card holders feature gorgeous Rifle Paper Co. quilters fabric, vinyl and thread with seven patterns to choose from. Handmade by a quilter, the Etsy favorites serve as a unique option.

Rifle Paper Co. fabric vaccination card holder, $15

Vandz vaccination card holder

This marbleized look of this billfold-style vaccine card holder certainly grabs attention. Make sure to measure your card before selecting size, as one is slightly larger to accommodate oversized cards.

Vandz vaccination card holder, $7