Italian passport rises to seventh globally in 2026 mobility rankings

The Italian passport has risen to seventh place in the 2026 global mobility rankings, according to a report by Passport Reports. The document now provides direct or facilitated access to 87.4% of the 199 destinations analyzed, earning a mobility score of 173.

Of the 173 mobility points, 120 destinations (60.6%) are accessible visa-free, 42 allow entry via visa-on-arrival or other simplified procedures, and 11 require electronic travel authorization. Only 25 destinations require a traditional visa prior to departure.

Regionally, the passport offers 100% coverage in Europe, South America, the Caribbean, and the Gulf States. Access rates are lower in Oceania (92.9%), Asia (82.0%), and Africa (72.2%). Within Europe, Italy ranks eighth among 47 countries. On the international stage, the Italian passport ranks third among G7 and G20 nations.