Passport Index

08/18/2026

Good news for travelers heading between Taiwan and the Philippines.

The visa-free arrangement just got a longer runway, so island-hopping plans can stay flexible well into the future.

A few things worth saving before you fly:
→ Short stays are covered without the paperwork of a visa
→ The benefit runs in both directions for Filipino and Taiwanese passport holders
→ One digital declaration is all customs asks for ahead of your trip

Swipe through for the details, then check your own passport power in the app 🌏

07/22/2026

Three names, three very different processes, and mixing them up is how a trip goes wrong before it starts.

The confusion is understandable. The consequences are not. Requirements shift often, and what worked on your last trip may not apply to your next one.

Swipe through, then check what your destination actually requires before you book. Save this for the next time you’re planning.

Which one caught you off guard on a trip? Tell us below.

07/07/2026

Australia remains one of the world’s most popular working holiday destinations, and demand isn’t slowing down. Plan ahead so the paperwork doesn’t eat into your adventure budget.

Track entry requirements in real time on the Passport Index app 📲

07/03/2026

Türkiye just opened its doors a little wider for Algerian travelers, and the details matter.

If you hold an ordinary Algerian passport and you’re under 15 or over 50, you can now enter without a visa. Fall between those ages? A valid Schengen, US, UK, or Irish visa or residence permit could still get you an e-Visa. And for anyone already traveling on an official passport, nothing changes: the 90-day visa-free window stays exactly as it was.

Small print, big difference for your next trip. Save this so you know exactly where you stand before you book. ✈️

07/01/2026

Malaysia just launched its new passport, and it comes with a serious security upgrade. 🇲🇾

The redesigned document nearly doubles its security features, going from 49 to 94, with holograms, UV printing, and advanced forensic elements to protect against forgery. The iconic hibiscus has also been swapped for the Rajah Brooke’s Birdwing butterfly, a nod to Malaysia’s rich biodiversity.

Already have a valid passport? There is no need to rush. Yours stays valid until six months before it expires.

Save this for later and follow for real-time travel and passport updates. ✈️

06/26/2026

The UAE quietly expanded its visa on arrival program to include nationals of Indonesia, Vietnam, Thailand, the Philippines, Kenya, and South Africa — as long as they hold valid residency in key countries like the US, UK, EU, Singapore, or Australia.

It’s a signal. The more internationally established you are, the more doors open automatically.

This is what passport power actually looks like in practice.

Full details and real-time entry requirements at passportindex.org 👇

💬 Save this if you travel on one of these passports.

06/25/2026

Four World Cup titles. A top-three passport. Germany brings both to this matchup. 🔑

Germany reaches 174 destinations to Ecuador’s 101. The mobility gap is hard to miss, but tournament football has its own way of settling scores.

Swipe to see how both passports stack up on global mobility, then drop your pick below. ⚽

Who’s taking the win?

📲 Compare any two passports on Passport Index

06/25/2026

Japan just made its visa fees 5x more expensive overnight.

If you’ve been putting off that Tokyo trip, this is your sign to check where your passport stands before July 1st.

Some passports glide through. Others are about to pay a lot more.

Which one are you? 👇

06/24/2026

Switzerland sits at 174, Canada at 170. Both rank in the global top 10, both open well over 85% of the world without a visa in hand. On the mobility table, it’s almost too close to call. On the pitch, it’s a different story entirely.

Swipe to see how both passports stack up on global mobility, then drop your pick below. ⚽

Who’s taking the win?

📲 Compare any two passports on Passport Index

06/23/2026