Spain Leads European Passports for Visa-Free Travel in 2026

A new study by Passport Reports has ranked global passport strength for visa-free travel in 2026. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Singapore topped the list, while Spain emerged as the strongest European passport, ranking third overall with a mobility score of 174.

Spanish passport holders can visit 121 countries without a visa and access an additional 42 via visa on arrival. An electronic travel authorization (ETA) is required for 11 countries, and a visa must be obtained in advance for 24 others.

Luxembourg ranked fifth globally with a score of 173, allowing holders to visit 122 countries visa-free and 41 via visa on arrival. Belgium and France shared sixth place, also scoring 173, with passport holders able to enter 121 destinations without a visa.

Six European nations, including Denmark, Finland, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, and Sweden, jointly occupied seventh place, each scoring 173 points. The study underscores the travel flexibility of these passports while noting that many still require advance visa applications for numerous destinations.