Manifest facts for kids

A historical document from 1860. It shows a list of people being transported on the SS Texas, including their names, ages, and other details. This type of document helped officials keep track of everyone on board.

A manifest is an important document. It lists everything and everyone on a ship, aircraft, or other vehicle. Think of it as a detailed checklist for customs and other officials.

What is a Manifest?

A manifest is a formal record. It tells you exactly what is being carried. It also lists all the passengers and crew members. This document is very useful for tracking. It helps make sure everything and everyone arrives safely.

Different Kinds of Manifests

There are different types of manifests, depending on what they list:

• A passenger manifest or passenger list focuses only on the people traveling. It includes their names and other important details.
• A cargo manifest or cargo list is all about the goods being transported. It describes the items, their quantity, and where they are going.

Why are Manifests Important?

Manifests serve several key purposes:

• Customs and Borders: They help officials at borders. They check what is entering or leaving a country. This prevents illegal items from being moved.
• Safety and Security: Knowing who is on board is vital. It helps in emergencies. It also ensures everyone is accounted for.
• Tracking and Insurance: Businesses use manifests to track their goods. They can confirm that all items loaded at the start of a journey are still there at the end. This is also important for insurance purposes.

Related pages

• Passenger name record

See also

In Spanish: Manifest (desambiguación) para niños