Croatia ranks 11th globally in passport strength

According to the latest data from Passport Reports, the Croatian passport has risen to 11th place in the global rankings, improving from 17th place as of October 18, 2026. The country holds a mobility index of 158, granting citizens access to 79.8 percent of the 198 destinations monitored by the platform.

Specifically, Croatian citizens can enter 119 destinations visa-free, 28 via visa-on-arrival or simplified entry regimes, and 11 through electronic travel authorizations (eTA). For the remaining 40 destinations, a visa is required in advance.

In regional and organizational comparisons, Croatia ranks 12th among 47 European countries and 11th among 32 NATO members. Within the Schengen Area, it holds the 12th position out of 29 countries. The ranking places Croatia ahead of Slovenia, Hungary, and Austria, which share 17th place, while Italy sits just ahead at 10th.