UAE passport ranked world's most powerful

In the latest Arnot Capital Global Passport Power Index, the UAE has once again claimed the crown as the world’s most powerful passport for 2024, marking the fourth year in a row. But what makes the UAE passport hold this prestigious position? The answer lies in its unparalleled global mobility

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With a UAE passport, citizens enjoy visa-free access to 133 countries, covering nearly 90% of the world. This level of freedom opens doors to business, travel, and leisure without the hassle of visa applications for most destinations.

The world’s 30 most powerful passports:

1. UAE
2. Spain
3. Finland
4. France
5. Germany
6. Belgium
7. Italy
8. Denmark
9. Netherlands
10. Luxembourg
11. Austria
12. Portugal
13. Norway
14. Switzerland
15. Greece
16. Ireland
17. Sweden
18. Poland
19. Hungary
20. Czech Republic
21. South Korea
22. Estonia
23. Croatia
24. Slovakia
25. Japan
26. Slovenia
27. Latvia
28. New Zealand
29. Liechtenstein
30. Singapore

What makes the UAE passport so powerful?

Beyond the 133 visa-free countries, UAE passport holders also enjoy visa-on-arrival access to an additional 47 countries and pre-approved visa privileges for 18 nations. One of its standout features is the Schengen visa waiver, offering visa-free travel to 26 European countries and enabling freedom of movement within the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries.

Who can obtain a UAE passport?

Obtaining a UAE passport is an exclusive opportunity, and non-nationals may qualify if they fall into specific categories, including:

• Investors and businesspeople
• Doctors, specialists, and scientists
• Inventors and intellectuals
• Creative talents and individuals with exceptional skills

Additionally, the dependent wife of an Emirati citizen or a newborn child of UAE nationals may also be eligible for citizenship.

As global mobility becomes increasingly important, the UAE passport’s powerful ranking underscores the country’s strong position in international relations, business, and travel.