The most powerful passports in the world
One might reasonably and understandably assume that all passports are created equal, which is to say that a passport from most any country will provide a consistent level of travel access across all corners of the globe. The laws governing international travel, however, are much more nuanced than you might otherwise assume. In truth, the country associated with a given passport can have a significant impact on the degree of travel freedom a passport holder can enjoy.
The following list, which was originally compiled by Arton Capital, highlights which countries offer travelers the most expansive travel options without requiring a visa for entry.
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Access to 147 countries
U.K.
United States
Access to 145 countries
South Korea
Germany
France
Access to 144 countries
Italy
Sweden
Access to 143 countries
Singapore
Japan
Finland
Denmark
Luxembourg
Netherlands
Access to 142 countries
Switzerland
Canada
Access to 141 countries
Hungary
Ireland
Belgium
Portugal
Norway
Spain
As for which countries have the most restrictive passports, the least powerful passports are:
Access to 28 countries
Myanmar
Solomon Islands
Palestinian Territories
Sao Tome and Principe
South Sudan
Access to 38 countries
Iraq
Afghanistan
Nepal
Ethiopia
Djibouti
Access to 39 countries
Somalia
Eritrea
Access to 40 countries
Burundi
Haiti
Bhutan
Comoros
Equatorial Guinea
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