Going beyond mere travel privileges, this report focuses on core criteria such as taxation, global perception, dual citizenship, and personal freedom to map out the most valuable citizenship landscape for global investors in 2025.
In the 2025 assessment, Ireland (109.0) edged past its biggest rival, Switzerland (108.5), by a narrow margin to claim the title of the world's most powerful passport. A slight boost in Ireland's mobility score combined with a fractional dip in Switzerland's triggered this historic shift.
| Rank | Country | Travel Score | Taxation | Total Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ireland | 176 | 30 | 109.00 |
| 2T | Switzerland | 175 | 30 | 108.50 |
| 2T | Greece | 175 | 40 | 108.50 |
| 4 | Portugal | 176 | 30 | 108.00 |
| 5T | Malta | 171 | 40 | 107.50 |
| 5T | Italy | 175 | 40 | 107.50 |
| 7T | Luxembourg | 176 | 20 | 107.00 |
| 7T | Finland | 176 | 20 | 107.00 |
| 7T | Norway | 176 | 20 | 107.00 |
| 10T | United Arab Emirates | 179 | 40 | 106.50 |
Greece emerged as one of this year's strongest performers, climbing four places to tie for 2nd with Switzerland. The expansion and streamlining of its tax incentive programs (flat-tax) have significantly enhanced its appeal among global citizens.
Despite an increased overall score, Portugal has been edged into 4th position by Greece's strong performance. Meanwhile, Malta surged from 14th to joint 5th, thanks largely to renewed interest in its non-dom tax regime.
Topping the index just two years ago, the UAE continues its descent, falling to joint 10th. While maintaining best-in-class mobility, the arrival of corporate tax and a narrow dual-citizenship framework have recalibrated its position.