The United Arab Emirates now holds the world’s most powerful passport, according to the latest data from Latitude’s 2024 Passport Index.
The UAE passport grants its citizens visa-free access to 182 countries worldwide.
The Emirates’ ascent to the top of the rankings is a remarkable achievement, surpassing traditional powerhouses such as Denmark, Sweden, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, and Spain, which currently hold the second position with visa-free access to 180 countries.
Austria, Belgium, Finland, Ireland, Luxembourg, Portugal, South Korea, and Switzerland came in third place.
The Passport Index, which evaluates passports based on their visa-free access to other nations, has become a critical gauge of a country’s global mobility and influence.
The UAE’s newfound status as the world’s most powerful passport is a testament to its strategic diplomatic efforts and growing international stature.
A recent study by Compare the Market found that the UAE passport is also the most affordable in the world, priced at around $17.76. Whereas, Mexico, Australia, and the US passports were ranked the most expensive.
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