Malaysian passport now ranked second worldwide
PUTRAJAYA: The Malaysian passport is now ranked second globally in The Passport Index Global Ranking 2026, rising from third last year.
The Malaysian passport has climbed to second position worldwide in the 2026 global ranking, as revealed by The Passport Index. This improvement comes with a one-spot rise from the previous year, granting Malaysian passport holders access to 175 destinations across the globe. The Immigration Department of Malaysia announced that 129 of these destinations allow entry without the need for a visa, and an additional 46 offer visa-on-arrival services. However, 23 destinations still mandate the acquisition of a visa prior to travel.
This enhanced ranking signifies the level of international acceptance and mobility experienced by Malaysian passport holders, as it bolsters Malaysia's position in terms of global travel freedom. The department highlighted that the achievement reflects positive developments in Malaysia's relations and cooperation with other countries, specifically concerning the facilitation of international travel.
The Passport Index attributed the improved standing to the passport's broad access to international destinations this year, placing Malaysia among the travel documents offering extensive global access.
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