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Sweden Tops Global Passport Index as Israel Ranks Far Behind
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First reported by Walla · 4 hours ago
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The Global Passport Index ranks Sweden as having the world's strongest passport based on travel freedom, quality of life, and economic appeal, while Israel ranks 55th due to lower scores in life quality and economic factors despite strong visa-free access. European countries dominate the top spots, and countries with political instability occupy the lowest ranks.
- 01Sweden ranks first globally in the comprehensive Global Passport Index.
- 02Israel is 55th, lower than in simpler visa-free access rankings.
- 03The index weighs freedom of movement, economic attractiveness, and quality of life.
- 04European countries dominate the top 10, with Singapore as the only non-European.
- 05The US dropped from 1st in 2021 to 12th in the latest ranking.
- 06Countries with instability like North Korea and Afghanistan rank lowest.
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