There is provided a paper for packaging of medical devices comprising 5-25 wt.% (dry) synthetic fibres comprising polyester and 2.0-12.0 wt.% (dry) of a latex binder or 1.0-5.0 wt.% (dry) of a starch binder, wherein the length of the synthetic fibres is 8-14 mm and the thickness of the synthetic fibres is 4.5-9.0 dtex.