Pakistani passport ranks among world’s weakest. In the latest report from residence advisory firm Henley & Partners, the Pakistani passport finds itself among the world’s weakest, standing at the fourth-lowest position globally.
According to the Henley Passport Index 2024, Pakistan is placed at a sobering 106th position, offering visa-free access to only 34 destinations worldwide.
This decline reflects a persistent trend, with Pakistan’s ranking plummeting from 79th in 2006 to its current position in 2024, underscoring ongoing challenges in international mobility and diplomacy.
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Despite a slight improvement from previous years, where Pakistani passport holders enjoyed access to 31 nations without visas, the addition of three more destinations represents only a modest uptick in global mobility.
The nation’s passport now stands alongside war-torn countries like Iraq, Syria, and Afghanistan, highlighting the formidable hurdles faced by Pakistani travelers on the global stage.
Experts point to a myriad of factors contributing to Pakistan’s stagnant passport ranking, including strained diplomatic ties with various nations, economic instability, and a dearth of comprehensive policies aimed at fostering international engagement.
Notably, even countries grappling with internal conflicts, such as Yemen, Somalia, and Palestine, have managed to surpass Pakistan in terms of passport strength on the index.
As Pakistani passport ranks among world’s weakest, see the ranking:
Conversely, passports hailing from countries like France, Germany, Japan, and Singapore continue to dominate the rankings, affording their holders extensive global access and mobility opportunities.
These nations, along with others like Italy and Spain, consistently occupy the top spots on the list of the world’s most powerful passports.
World’s most powerful passports
France
Germany
Italy
Japan
Singapore
Spain
Finland
Netherlands
South Korea
Sweden
Austria
Denmark
Ireland
Luxembourg
United Kingdom
Belgium
Norway
Portugal
Australia
Greece
Malta
New Zealand
Switzerland
Canada
Worst passports to hold in 2024
Laos
Liberia
Djibouti
Myanmar
South Sudan
Iran
Lebanon
Nigeria
Sudan
Eritrea
Sri Lanka
Bangladesh
North Korea
Libya
Nepal
Palestinian Territory
Somalia
Yemen
Pakistan
Iraq
Syria
Afghanistan
