Which Passport Rules the World in 2024? The Rankings Are In!

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Discover the world’s most powerful passports for 2024 and why the UAE remains unbeatable while the US and UK continue to slide. Location: London WooGlobe Ref : WGA818493 For licensing and to use this video, please email licensing@wooglobe.com

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00:00Which passport opens the most doors in 2024?

00:04The answer might surprise you.

00:06Welcome to our countdown of the world's most powerful passports,

00:09where we reveal fascinating facts about global mobility.

00:13Stick around to see where your country ranks.

00:16Topping the list for the fourth year in a row is the United Arab Emirates.

00:20UOE citizens enjoy access to an astounding 133 countries visa-free

00:26and 47 more with a visa on arrival,

00:29covering over 90% of the globe.

00:32It's truly a passport powerhouse.

00:34In Europe, Spain climbs to second place,

00:37followed by Finland in third and France in fourth,

00:40cementing Europe's dominance in the top 20.

00:43Did you know?

00:44France boasts the strongest passport among G20 nations.

00:48But not all passports are on the rise.

00:51The UK has dropped to 32nd, losing its once-top-10 status from 2017.

00:57Meanwhile, the U.S. falls further to 38th, its lowest since 2019.

01:02Both nations are losing their travel edge.

01:05So, how are these rankings decided?

01:07It's not just about visa access.

01:10Countries are ranked based on their Human Development Index,

01:13measuring life quality, knowledge, and living standards.

01:16Better HDI means a stronger passport.

01:19Geopolitical challenges also play a role.

01:22In the Middle East, ongoing conflicts continue to limit mobility scores.

01:27Yet, in Central Asia, nations like Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan are climbing steadily.

01:33As global dynamics shift, passport power reflects more than just travel.

01:37It's a window into a nation's global standing.

01:40So, where does your passport rank?

01:43Thanks for watching.

01:44Until next time, happy travels.

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