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The world's most powerful passports for traveling and living abroad

Sweden, Germany, and Finland rank among the most powerful passports in the world. The ranking was launched this week at the Web Summit in Lisbon by Global Citizen Solutions, a company specializing in citizenship and residency solutions.

Every year, there are rankings of the best passports for crossing borders, but what makes this one so special is that “it goes beyond traditional passport rankings, offering a comprehensive and multidimensional assessment of a country’s attractiveness for those seeking second citizenship or residency,” says the company.

So, unlike more traditional rankings focusing on visa-free access to a country, this list ranks countries by accounting for quality of life, mobility, and investment opportunities. A great starting point if you’re an expat, digital nomad, retiree, or an investor looking for new opportunities.

Top 10 of the most powerful passports in the world

So, according to Global Citizen Solutions, here are the top 10 strongest passports in the world:

Sweden
Germany
Finland
Switzerland
The Netherlands
United Kingdom
Ireland
Denmark
Luxembourg
Norway

And where is Portugal, my home country, in all this? It’s in 24th place, but according to this company, it has risen significantly compared to previous rankings, as have Japan and Estonia.

On the other hand, the United States and Canada are down partly due to lower quality of life and mobility ratings.

But check out the full ranking to see which destinations interest you, and if you’re thinking about spending a long stay in a foreign country, don’t forget that safety comes first, and it’s vital to get good and accessible travel insurance.

Explore the ranking of the most powerful passports in the world, beyond visa-free access, accounting for quality of life and mobility.
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Marlene is the creator of Marlene On The Move. A journalist by profession, she created the blog to share her adventures around the world. It is not unusual for her to set off to discover new countries and cultures with a surfboard as luggage.

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