Malaysia passport rises to second globally in 2026 rankings

The Malaysian passport has risen to second place in the world according to The Passport Index Global Ranking 2026. This marks a one-step improvement from its third-place position in the previous year.

Malaysia shares the second-place ranking with Singapore, both achieving a mobility score of 175. The United Arab Emirates holds the top position with a score of 182, while Spain follows in third place with a score of 174.

According to the Immigration Department of Malaysia, Malaysian passport holders now have access to 175 destinations globally. This includes 129 destinations offering visa-free entry and 46 destinations providing visa-on-arrival facilities. Only 23 destinations currently require a visa in advance. Popular visa-free destinations include Japan, China, France, Germany, Italy, and several other nations.