Pakistan's passport ranks among lowest in global index 2025
- By Web Desk -
- Apr 04, 2025
ISLAMABAD: The Nomad Passport Index 2025 has unveiled the latest global passport rankings, evaluating 199 countries based on visa-free travel access, taxation policies, global perception, dual citizenship rights, and personal freedoms.
Top-Ranking Passports in 2025
According to the Nomad Passport Index 2025, Ireland has secured the top spot for the first time among global passport rankings, surpassing Switzerland and Greece, thanks to its strong international reputation, flexible citizenship laws, and business-friendly tax policies.
European nations dominate the rankings, with nine of the top ten passports belonging to the continent.
The United Arab Emirates and New Zealand are the only non-European countries in the top 10.
Meanwhile, countries like Singapore and Japan, despite their high visa-free access, ranked lower due to strict dual citizenship rules and personal freedom limitations.
Most Powerful Passports 2025
| Rank | Country |
| 1 | Ireland |
| 2 | Switzerland |
| 3 | Greece |
| 4 | Portugal |
| 5 | Malta |
| 6 | Italy |
| 7 | Luxembourg |
| 8 | Finland |
| 9 | Norway |
| 10 | United Arab Emirates |
Pakistan’s Passport Ranking in 2025
Pakistan remains among the lowest-ranked passports worldwide, positioned at 195th out of 199 countries in the global passport rankings.
The Nomad Passport Index 2025 attributes Pakistan’s low ranking to political instability, security concerns, economic challenges, and strained diplomatic relations.
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Despite its weak ranking, Pakistanis can still access several countries, though with strict visa requirements. The country’s Nomad Passport Score stands at 32, with limited visa-free access to only nine countries.
Weakest Passports List 2025
| Rank | Country |
| 199 | Afghanistan |
| 198 | Yemen |
| 197 | Eritrea |
| 196 | Iraq |
| 195 | Pakistan |
| 194 | Syria |
| 193 | Somalia |
| 192 | North Korea |
| 191 | Libya |
| 190 | Palestinian Territory |
Factors Affecting Pakistan’s Passport Strength
Pakistan’s restricted dual citizenship laws, high taxation rates, and limited global perception contribute to its weak passport ranking.
The country’s travel score stands at 46, allowing access to only nine visa-free destinations, 33 visa-on-arrival countries, and four electronic travel authorization (eTA) options.
Pakistan’s passport ranking in 2025 highlights the urgent need for policy reforms to enhance global mobility for its citizens. Strengthening diplomatic ties, improving security measures, and revising taxation policies could help Pakistan climb the rankings in future assessments.