Nomad Capitalist, a globally recognised passport ranking organisation, has unveiled its list of the world’s most powerful and weakest passports. While Ireland tops the list, Pakistan remains at a concerning 195th, placing it near the bottom with only a few nations behind it.
The ranking considers multiple factors that contribute to a passport’s power. These include visa-free or visa-on-arrival access, tax policies, allowances for dual citizenship, and overall personal and social freedoms. Ireland, which secured the top spot with 109 points, is able to offer its citizens the freedom to travel to 176 countries without needing a visa. This balanced performance across key areas made Ireland the leader in global passport power.
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Pakistan, however, stands starkly apart, with one of the weakest passports globally. The country ranks just fifth from the bottom of the list, ahead of only a handful of nations. Pakistani passport holders face significant travel restrictions, being able to access very few countries without requiring a visa. This situation is indicative of the limited global mobility that comes with a Pakistani passport, highlighting a major challenge for citizens who wish to travel internationally for business or leisure.
Other countries, such as Greece and Switzerland, share second place in the rankings with 108 points, while Portugal, Luxembourg, Finland, and Norway follow closely. The UAE, New Zealand, and Iceland hold the tenth position, showcasing their strong passports.
Pakistan’s position near the bottom reflects ongoing issues in travel freedom and citizenship policies. Its citizens continue to face severe limitations when it comes to visa-free travel, making it one of the weakest passports in the world.