Malta has officially tied for 5th place in the Nomad Passport
Index 2025, sharing the spot with Italy in a global ranking of the
world's most powerful passports. This annual index evaluates
passports not just on visa-free access, but on a holistic blend of
five key factors: visa-free travel, tax obligations, personal
freedom, global perception, and the ability to hold dual
citizenship. This approach offers a broader picture of what makes a
passport truly powerful—not just for tourism, but for global
living, business, and wealth planning.
Ireland clinched the top position for the first time and
European nations once again dominated the top 10, with countries
like Switzerland, Luxembourg, Sweden, and Malta earning high
rankings.
