Malaysia’s passport is now No. 2 globally, rising above the UK, US and Germany
Malaysia’s passport has risen to second place globally in the Passport Index Global Passport Power Rank 2026, moving up from third place last year. Malaysia shares the second spot with Singapore, while the United Arab Emirates retains first place. Malaysia’s Immigration Department said the ranking reflects the strength and international acceptance of the Malaysian passport. […] The post…
Malaysia's passport has climbed to the second spot globally, surpassing the United Kingdom, United States, and Germany according to the Passport Index Global Passport Power Rank 2026. The country shares this rank with Singapore, while the United Arab Emirates maintains the top position. The Malaysia Immigration Department attributes this rise to the passport's enhanced international acceptance and the strength of the Malaysian passport.
Malaysian passport holders enjoy access to 175 destinations, with 129 of them offering visa-free entry and 46 providing visas upon arrival. There are 23 destinations that require a visa. Ahead of major Western economies, Spain holds the third place in the 2026 ranking. Sixteen countries, including Belgium, Luxembourg, France, Denmark, Germany, Sweden, the Netherlands, Finland, Italy, Switzerland, Greece, Portugal, Austria, Norway, Ireland, and Japan, share the fourth place.
The United Kingdom is ranked seventh, while Canada and New Zealand occupy the eighth position. The United States is ranked tenth globally.
Thailand shares the 53rd position globally, alongside Vanuatu. The latest ranking places Malaysia's passport ahead of several advanced economies, highlighting the country's increased international mobility.
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