Passports act as keys to explore the world, yet not all passports are equal. Some are more powerful, granting numerous advantages based on the issuing country and other factors.
For instance, powerful passports make it easy for holders to enter most countries without extra requirements like visas.
So, which passport is considered the world’s most powerful for travel in 2024?
According to a recent index, the Spanish passport takes the top spot. It allows travelers to enter 43 countries without a passport and 106 countries without needing a visa. This makes the Spanish passport the most powerful globally, as per the VisaGuide.World Passport Index.
The index considers not only the number of countries accessible without a visa but also factors like electronic travel authorization, visas issued upon arrival, electronic visas, passport-free travel, and the desirability of the destination.
These aspects contribute to a country’s overall score, with the Spanish passport receiving an impressive score of 90.36.
In 2024, whose passport will have the most ability worldwide to allow visa-free travel? Not the US citizen:
- Spain
- Singapore
- Germany
- Italy
- France
- Netherlands
- Finland
- Sweden
- Norway
- Denmark
The index assesses passports from 199 countries and territories, gauging their strengths using certain factors. Most countries with the strongest passports are part of the European Union.
According to the VisaGuide.Word index, the United States passport ranked 40th, with a score of 85.19. Although U.S. passport holders can travel to 147 countries in the world without a visa requirement, “to enter the remaining countries, U.S. passport holders must apply for a visa beforehand,” according to the study.
Among the countries that require a visa for travelers with a U.S. passport are Cuba, Russia and Venezuela.
Reference: miamiherald.com