New York City will require proof of vaccination for indoor dining, gyms, and indoor entertainment. The policy will be enforced starting Sept. 13 for anyone old enough to receive a COVID-19 vaccine.
President Biden said that he believes other cities should follow suit. If yours does (the chances of which vary by city), you'd either need to show a mobile vaccine pass or carry around your paper vaccination card in order to eat inside a restaurant or work out at your gym.
The CDC inconveniently made vaccination cards just slightly too big for most standard wallets, which makes them a pain in the ass to carry around with you. Of course, this is a minuscule problem compared to the last year and a half or so, but still. Can't we just have something easy?
Luckily, people have been quick to fill our unique pandemic product needs. Cloth face masks became huge on Etsy early on in the pandemic, and now vaccine card holders are A Thing.
Vaccination card holders look like the ID badge part of your wallet, but they're specifically sized to actually house your vax card without bending the edges. Just slip it in your bag or pocket so you can keep proof of your vaccination status on hand.
There are clear badge holders that you can get for cheap on Amazon, but if you want something a little more stylish, check out these fun vaccine card holders. (A sentence I would never have imagined writing two years ago.)
A card holder that can replace your wallet — $17.99
Don't want to carry your wallet and a vaccine card cover? This holder has four card slots for credit cards or your ID and a medium pocket you could keep cash in. Plus, there's a large pocket that fits a passport. Talk about three birds, one stone.
Something a little more durable than thin plastic — $9.99
Like there are silicone sandwich bags, there are also silicone vaccine card protectors. This pack of four includes clear, pink, blue, and green card sleeves that are durable and water resistant.
A fashionable choice — $11.99
Break out the croc (faux) leather with this dual slot vaccine card holder. You can fit two vax cards in it and you have eight colors to choose from. Plus, this is a two-pack, so really you could fit four cards if you've become the designated vaccine card keeper.
A rustic leather number — $14.39
These cool, muted leather vaccine holders are available in five colors and offer personalization if you want the sleeve to have a design on it. Honestly though, these things look stylish as hell on their own without any customization. The metal clasp allows you to hook your card onto your bag so you know exactly where it is without having to dig around.
The ultimate international travel companion — $17.59
As international travel opens up more, this keeps your passport and vaccine card handy in one convenient location. Personalize yours with your favorite color, your name or initials, or one of the available designs.
For the Harry Potter fans — $10
If you're regularly up to no good, it might be time to solemnly swear something else: that you're vaccinated. This vaccine card holder is on the larger side because of the extra decor around the clear sleeve, but look how cute it is.
A velvet dream — $11
Bring the velvet trend to the vaccine. These cute holders come in six colors and have the option to customize with a word or initials. The sleeve folds open and shut for an extra layer of protection between your card and outside elements.
Add some shimmer — $7
Get a little groovy with a holographic option. This one is pretty basic in design — it's a vinyl backing with a clear slot for your card. The closure doesn't seal, so some crumbs or dirt from your purse might find their way in.
Get enough for the whole fam — $29.97
This six-pack comes with fun designs that vary in flashiness. This is a good option if your family or friend group all want to keep your vaccine cards safe and don't have room in your wallets. These also feature key rings and metal clasps for multiple attachment options.
Patterns galore — $7.99
This listing has more than 50 patterns to choose from. The card holders are made of vinyl and have a flip-fold design. Style yours with lemons, tie-dye, flowers, or whatever fun pattern suits you.
A chic vegan leather — $20
VIDA offers stylish vax card holders that you'll want to show off. The pebbled vegan leather comes in five colors, and the sleeve has an attached metal clip if you want to hook it to your bag, keychain, or wherever.
A lanyard with slots for your credit cards — $9.99
Don't want to carry a vaccine card holder and a wallet? This solution is big enough to fit your card while providing additional slots for your ID and credit cards. There's also a zippered pocket for any cash or change you want to carry.
