The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has emerged as the country with the world’s most powerful passport in the 2026 Passport Index rankings, reflecting the growing international mobility enjoyed by its citizens.
The ranking measures passport strength based on the number of destinations holders can access through visa-free travel, visas on arrival and other simplified entry arrangements. The results highlight differences in international travel privileges across countries.
According to the Passport Index, the UAE recorded a mobility score of 182, placing it ahead of several countries with extensive global travel access. Singapore followed with a score of 175, while Malaysia recorded the same score.
Spain ranked next with a score of 174, followed by a group of European countries, including Belgium, Luxembourg, France, Denmark, Germany, Sweden, the Netherlands, Finland, Italy, Switzerland, Greece and Portugal.
Austria, Croatia, Norway, Ireland and Japan also featured among the countries with high passport mobility scores.
Countries With Strong Passport Mobility in 2026
The leading passports in the Passport Index rankings include:
- United Arab Emirates: Mobility score of 182.
- Singapore: Mobility score of 175.
- Malaysia: Mobility score of 175.
- Spain: Mobility score
