The latest edition of the Henley Passport Index 2025 has placed the Kuwaiti passport as the third most powerful in the Arab world and 50th globally. Holders of a Kuwaiti passport now enjoy visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 100 destinations, reflecting steady progress in the country’s diplomatic reach and global mobility.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) continues to dominate the Arab region, ranking 8th globally. Emirati citizens can now travel to 184 countries without the need for a prior visa, making it one of the strongest passports in the world in terms of travel freedom.

Qatar holds the second place regionally and is 47th worldwide, granting its citizens visa-free or visa-on-arrival entry to 112 destinations.

Saudi Arabia, meanwhile, ranks fourth in the Arab world and 54th globally, with 91 countries offering entry without a pre-arranged visa.

Bahrain secures fifth place among Arab nations and 55th globally, providing its nationals with access to 90 destinations. Close behind is Oman, ranked sixth regionally and 56th globally, with 88 visa-free or visa-on-arrival countries.

Globally, Singapore continues to lead the Henley Passport Index, followed closely by Japan and South Korea. The rest of the Top 10 includes:

• Denmark
• Finland
• France
• Germany
• Ireland
• Italy
• Spain

Additionally, Austria, Belgium, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, and Sweden share the 5th global ranking, showcasing Europe’s dominance in passport strength.

On the lower end of the spectrum, passports from Afghanistan, Syria, Iraq, Yemen, Somalia, Pakistan, Nepal, Libya, Palestine, Bangladesh, and Eritrea provide the least global mobility, offering limited visa-free access and ranking at the bottom of the Henley Index.

Kuwait’s climb in the global rankings is a testament to its continued efforts in international diplomacy, foreign policy, and global partnerships. The increased visa-free access strengthens Kuwait’s position on the world stage, facilitating easier travel for tourism, education, and business.

As regional dynamics evolve, further improvements to Kuwait’s global mobility are expected in the coming years, backed by strategic diplomatic agreements and consular initiatives.