Pakistan passport climbs to 100th position in global rankings

June 29, 2025 (MLN): Pakistan’s passport has made a notable improvement in the global rankings, moving up to the 100th position from its 113th spot in 2021, according to the latest data released by Henley & Partners, an international passport ranking platform.

This advancement signifies Pakistan’s growing diplomatic presence and reflects the country’s enhanced international relations, as per the press release issued.

As a result of this progress, Pakistani citizens now have access to 32 countries either visa-free or through visa-on-arrival.

The rise in passport strength highlights a significant development in Pakistan’s global mobility and diplomatic engagement.

A major contributing factor to this improvement is the recent signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Under this agreement, holders of diplomatic and official passports from both countries can travel without the need for a visa, effectively removing pre-travel visa requirements and reinforcing the diplomatic relationship between Islamabad and Abu Dhabi.

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar confirmed the agreement through a post on X, stating that it reflects the shared commitment of both nations to deepening their relationship and expanding cooperation across multiple sectors.

The MoU was signed during the 12th session of the Pakistan-UAE Joint Ministerial Commission.

This arrangement is expected to facilitate high-level official engagements and further strengthen mutual trust between the two countries.