For those eagerly awaiting the latest passport ranking, the Nomad Passport Index has arrived, offering a unique perspective on global mobility. The index, which evaluates 199 countries based on factors like visa-free access, taxation systems, and the ability to live freely, provides a comprehensive view of passport power.
News portal Stuff reported that Switzerland claimed the top spot, edging out Ireland and Portugal, who rounded out the top three. The index highlighted Europe's dominance, with New Zealand and the United Arab Emirates sharing sixth place. However, the UAE, last year's leader, slipped in the rankings due to new tax laws affecting domestic and overseas company owners.
On the flip side, Afghanistan ranked at the bottom, with Iraq and Yemen just above. The Henley Passport Index, which also recently underwent a significant shift, saw Japan and Singapore joined by four EU member states—France, Germany, Italy, and Spain—at the top. New Zealand found itself in joint 19th place on this index.
The Nomad Passport Index offers a fresh perspective on passport power, considering not just travel privileges but also factors like tax obligations, regulatory compliance, and freedom of living. This nuanced approach provides a more holistic view of the benefits and limitations of different passports, beyond just the number of countries one can visit.
Nomad Passport Index 2024
1. Switzerland
2. Ireland
3. Portugal
4. Luxembourg, Finland
6. United Arab Emirates, Netherlands, Norway, Germany, New Zealand, Iceland, Italy, Greece
14. Sweden, Czech Republic, Malta, United Kingdom
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