Nigerian Passport Ranks 10th Worst Travel Document Worldwide
The Nigerian passport has been ranked among the world’s bottom ten travel documents. According to VisaGuide’s World Passport Index, it holds the tenth position as the worst travel document globally, coming in at 191 out of 199 countries.
Key Points:
Passport Ranking:
As of April 2024, the Nigerian passport has been ranked as the tenth worst travel document globally, according to the VisaGuide World Passport Index. With a ranking of 191 out of 199 countries, the Nigerian green passport also finds itself in the company of other nations facing similar travel limitations.
The Nigerian passport’s position places it alongside countries such as North Korea (192), Iraq (193), Libya (194), Sudan (195), Pakistan (196), Afghanistan (197), Syria (198), and Somalia (199). These rankings reflect the challenges Nigerian travelers encounter when seeking entry to various destinations.
Destination Significance Score (DSS):
The World Passport Index evaluates and ranks passports based on various factors. The DSS is also used to determine the strength of each passport.
The World Passport Index evaluates passports based on several factors, including visa policies, GDP, Power Index, Tourism Index, and also Human Development Index (HDI). Each passport receives a Destination Significance Score (DSS), which also determines its strength. Visa-free travel, electronic authorizations, and also other entry policies contribute to this score.
Top-Ranked Passports:
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- The Singaporean passport holds the top position as the strongest in the world.
- Other strong passports include Italy (second), Spain (third), France (fourth), and also Germany (fifth).
Unique Value for Each Passport:
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- Visa-free travel, electronic travel authorization, visa on arrival, and also other factors contribute to a passport’s unique value.
Comparison with Henley Passport Index:
- The Singaporean passport ranks as the strongest globally.
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- In January, the Henley Passport Index also listed the Nigerian passport among the worst-performing travel documents worldwide.
- Nigeria ranked alongside insecurity-battered countries like Libya, Somalia, Syria, and also Afghanistan.
- Bearers of the Nigerian passport can only access 45 countries without requiring a visa.
While the Nigerian passport faces limitations, we hope for improvements in the future. As travelers, let’s continue advocating for stronger diplomatic ties and easier access to global destinations.
