Passport Power Rankings 2026
Rankings based on the total number of destinations a passport holder can access without a pre-departure visa — including visa-free entry, visa on arrival, and electronic travel authorization (ETA). Higher mobility scores indicate greater travel freedom.
Showing 25 of 191 countries
| Country | VOA | ETA | e-Visa | Visa Req. | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  United Arab EmiratesAE | 127 | 36 | 5 | 16 | 14 | 168 |
| 2 |  South KoreaKR | 116 | 41 | 9 | 17 | 15 | 166 |
| 2 |  SpainES | 127 | 31 | 8 | 18 | 14 | 166 |
| 4 |  DenmarkDK | 127 | 31 | 7 | 19 | 14 | 165 |
| 4 |  FinlandFI | 127 | 30 | 8 | 18 | 15 | 165 |
| 4 |  FranceFR | 127 | 30 | 8 | 18 | 15 | 165 |
| 4 |  GermanyDE | 126 | 31 | 8 | 18 | 15 | 165 |
| 4 |  ItalyIT | 126 | 31 | 8 | 18 | 15 | 165 |
| 4 |  NorwayNO | 123 | 34 | 8 | 18 | 15 | 165 |
| 4 |  SingaporeSG | 130 | 27 | 8 | 16 | 17 | 165 |
| 4 |  SwedenSE | 127 | 30 | 8 | 18 | 15 | 165 |
| 12 |  AustriaAT | 124 | 32 | 8 | 19 | 15 | 164 |
| 12 |  IrelandIE | 121 | 36 | 7 | 19 | 15 | 164 |
| 12 |  JapanJP | 117 | 38 | 9 | 18 | 16 | 164 |
| 12 |  LuxembourgLU | 125 | 31 | 8 | 19 | 15 | 164 |
| 12 |  NetherlandsNL | 125 | 31 | 8 | 19 | 15 | 164 |
| 12 |  SwitzerlandCH | 122 | 34 | 8 | 19 | 15 | 164 |
| 18 |  BelgiumBE | 126 | 30 | 7 | 20 | 15 | 163 |
| 18 |  PortugalPT | 125 | 31 | 7 | 20 | 15 | 163 |
| 20 |  GreeceGR | 123 | 32 | 7 | 21 | 15 | 162 |
| 20 |  New ZealandNZ | 116 | 39 | 7 | 20 | 16 | 162 |
| 20 |  PolandPL | 121 | 33 | 8 | 20 | 16 | 162 |
| 20 |  United KingdomGB | 118 | 36 | 8 | 17 | 19 | 162 |
| 24 |  AustraliaAU | 112 | 42 | 7 | 21 | 16 | 161 |
| 24 |  CanadaCA | 117 | 37 | 7 | 18 | 19 | 161 |
United Arab Emirates
Asia
Visa Free
127
VOA
36
ETA
5
Visa Req.
14
South Korea
Asia
Visa Free
116
VOA
41
ETA
9
Visa Req.
15
Spain
Europe
Visa Free
127
VOA
31
ETA
8
Visa Req.
14
Denmark
Europe
Visa Free
127
VOA
31
ETA
7
Visa Req.
14
Finland
Europe
Visa Free
127
VOA
30
ETA
8
Visa Req.
15
France
Europe
Visa Free
127
VOA
30
ETA
8
Visa Req.
15
Germany
Europe
Visa Free
126
VOA
31
ETA
8
Visa Req.
15
Italy
Europe
Visa Free
126
VOA
31
ETA
8
Visa Req.
15
Norway
Europe
Visa Free
123
VOA
34
ETA
8
Visa Req.
15
Singapore
Asia
Visa Free
130
VOA
27
ETA
8
Visa Req.
17
Sweden
Europe
Visa Free
127
VOA
30
ETA
8
Visa Req.
15
Austria
Europe
Visa Free
124
VOA
32
ETA
8
Visa Req.
15
Ireland
Europe
Visa Free
121
VOA
36
ETA
7
Visa Req.
15
Japan
Asia
Visa Free
117
VOA
38
ETA
9
Visa Req.
16
Luxembourg
Europe
Visa Free
125
VOA
31
ETA
8
Visa Req.
15
Netherlands
Europe
Visa Free
125
VOA
31
ETA
8
Visa Req.
15
Switzerland
Europe
Visa Free
122
VOA
34
ETA
8
Visa Req.
15
Belgium
Europe
Visa Free
126
VOA
30
ETA
7
Visa Req.
15
Portugal
Europe
Visa Free
125
VOA
31
ETA
7
Visa Req.
15
Greece
Europe
Visa Free
123
VOA
32
ETA
7
Visa Req.
15
New Zealand
Oceania
Visa Free
116
VOA
39
ETA
7
Visa Req.
16
Poland
Europe
Visa Free
121
VOA
33
ETA
8
Visa Req.
16
United Kingdom
Europe
Visa Free
118
VOA
36
ETA
8
Visa Req.
19
Australia
Oceania
Visa Free
112
VOA
42
ETA
7
Visa Req.
16
Canada
Americas
Visa Free
117
VOA
37
ETA
7
Visa Req.
19
Most Powerful Passport in 2026
The most powerful passport in 2026 is United Arab Emirates with a mobility score of 168, granting its holders visa-free or easy access to 168 destinations worldwide. The second strongest is South Korea (166), followed by Spain (166). The global average mobility score is 99, with scores ranging from 168 to 26.
How Are Passport Rankings Calculated?
BorderIQ passport rankings are based on the mobility score — the total number of destinations a passport holder can access without obtaining a visa before departure. This includes three categories: visa-free entry (no visa needed at all), visa on arrival (VOA) (visa issued at the border), and electronic travel authorization (ETA) (quick online approval). E-visas and traditional visas are not counted toward the mobility score as they require pre-departure application. Rankings are compiled from official government data and verified travel databases.
Strongest Passports by Region
Oceania
14 countries · Avg score: 110
Asia
50 countries · Avg score: 80
Africa
50 countries · Avg score: 60
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the most powerful passport in 2026?›
The most powerful passport in 2026 is United Arab Emirates with a mobility score of 168, meaning its holders can access 168 destinations without a pre-departure visa (visa-free, visa on arrival, or ETA).
How are passport rankings calculated?›
BorderIQ passport rankings are based on the total number of destinations a passport holder can access without obtaining a visa before departure. This includes visa-free entry, visa on arrival (VOA), and electronic travel authorization (ETA). Higher mobility scores indicate greater travel freedom.
How many passports does BorderIQ rank?›
BorderIQ ranks 191 passports from countries and territories worldwide. Rankings are based on comprehensive visa requirement data covering over 39,000 country-to-country visa policies.
How often are passport rankings updated?›
BorderIQ passport rankings are updated regularly to reflect the latest visa policy changes worldwide. Visa requirements can change due to new bilateral agreements, policy shifts, or geopolitical events.