List of strongest passports: UAE retains top position for 4th year in a string

In 2024 too, the UAE passport maintained its position as the strongest globally for the fourth year in a string, according to the Passport Index. The Gulf state secured a total score of 180 points, letting its citizens access more than 90% countries.

133 nations accept UAE passports and don’t demand a visa at the same time. 47 countries offer the option of visa-upon-arrival. There are only 18 countries across the globe that require UAE citizens to arrange visas in advance.

Global Passport Index 2024: UAE leads on the list

The UAE retains its position as the strongest passport. Spain comes second on the list, securing a total score of 179 points. Spanish citizens do not need a visa to enter 134 countries, and are able to obtain visas on arrival in 45 countries.

These numbers mirror the UAE’s progressive image and respect at regional and international levels. It is supported by a far-sighted and prudent leadership that is putting substantial efforts into building the country’s image abroad and making it a peaceful place.

The Spanish passport is strong enough to come ahead of Germany. On the Passport Index list, European countries dominated the rankings this year, occupying the top 18 positions. France maintained its position as the strongest passport among G20 countries.

Finland came ahead of France and Italy in third place. Both the US and the UK noted a decline in their rankings. The UK – part of the top 10 in 2017 – fell to 32nd position after losing 10 places. The US, in a similar fashion, declined from 27th to 38th spot.

It remains to be seen if the incoming Donald Trump administration is going to take any significant steps to stop the country’s once-great passport from seeing any further decline in rankings on the global list.

List of strongest passports in 2024

1. UAE

2. Spain

3. Finland

4. France

5. Germany

6. Belgium

7. Italy

8. Denmark

9. Netherlands

10. Luxembourg

List of weakest passports in 2024

1. Syria

2. Afghanistan

3. Iraq

4. Somalia

5. Pakistan

6. Yemen

7. Bangladesh

8. Palestinian Territories

9. Libya

10. North Korea