Pakistani passport holders can currently travel to nine destinations without obtaining a visa before departure, according to the latest 2026 passport mobility data.
The latest figures also show that Pakistan’s passport ranking has fallen to 183rd globally, while its overall Mobility Score stands at 42. The score includes destinations offering visa-free entry, visa-on-arrival facilities and electronic travel authorisation (eTA).
Which Countries Are Visa-Free for Pakistani Passport Holders?
According to the 2026 data, Pakistani citizens have visa-free access to the following nine destinations:
- Barbados
- Dominica
- The Gambia
- Haiti
- Micronesia
- Rwanda
- Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
- Trinidad and Tobago
- Vanuatu
Visa-free access means travellers generally do not need to obtain a traditional visa before travelling. However, each country can have its own requirements relating to passport validity, return tickets, accommodation, funds and permitted length of stay.
Pakistan Has Access to 42 Destinations Through Different Entry Arrangements
The figure of 42 destinations requires some clarification.
It does not mean Pakistani passport holders can enter 42 countries completely visa-free. Instead, the destinations are divided into different categories:
- 9 destinations: Visa-free
- 29 destinations: Visa on arrival
- 4 destinations: Electronic travel authorisation (eTA)
- 156 destinations: Visa required before travel
This means Pakistani travellers have some form of facilitated entry to 42 destinations, while a visa must be obtained in advance for many other destinations.
What Is Visa on Arrival?
Visa-on-arrival access is different from visa-free travel.
Travellers do not normally need to obtain the visa from an embassy before departure, but they may need to complete the visa process after arriving at their destination. Immigration authorities can also require documents such as proof of accommodation, return tickets or evidence of sufficient funds.
Travellers should therefore check the latest entry requirements before booking their trip.
What Is an eTA?
An electronic travel authorisation, or eTA, is another form of facilitated travel.
Unlike completely visa-free entry, an eTA normally requires travellers to obtain electronic approval before boarding their flight. It should therefore not be described as the same thing as visa-free travel.
Pakistan’s Passport Ranking in 2026
The latest ranking represents a decline compared with the previous few years.
Pakistan was ranked:
- 180th in 2023
- 175th in 2024
- 174th in 2025
- 183rd in 2026
Its Mobility Score also changed during this period. The score increased from 36 in 2020 to 47 in 2023 and remained at 47 in 2024. It then fell to 44 in 2025 and 42 in 2026.
The 2026 ranking places Pakistan among the lowest-ranked passports in the cited index. Only Iraq, Syria and Afghanistan are ranked below Pakistan in that particular ranking.
What Pakistani Travellers Should Know
The passport ranking provides a broad indication of international travel access, but it does not replace the immigration rules of individual countries.
Before travelling, Pakistani passport holders should check:
- Whether their destination is actually visa-free for their passport type
- The maximum permitted stay
- Passport validity requirements
- Return or onward ticket requirements
- Accommodation requirements
- Proof-of-funds requirements
- Any online registration or travel authorisation
- Current airline and immigration rules
Entry policies can change, so travellers should confirm the latest requirements with the destination country’s official immigration or embassy website before making travel arrangements.
Visa-Free Does Not Always Mean No Entry Conditions
Even when a destination does not require a traditional visa, travellers may still have to meet specific conditions.
For example, a country may limit the number of days a visitor can stay or require a passport to remain valid for a particular period. Immigration officers may also ask for supporting documents at the border.
Therefore, Pakistani travellers should treat the nine destinations as visa-free destinations under the cited 2026 passport data, rather than assuming that entry is guaranteed in every situation.
Bottom Line
According to the latest 2026 Passport Reports data cited by Gulf News, Pakistani passport holders have visa-free access to nine destinations: Barbados, Dominica, The Gambia, Haiti, Micronesia, Rwanda, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago, and Vanuatu.
A further 29 destinations offer visa on arrival, while four provide eTA access, giving Pakistan a total Mobility Score of 42.
Because immigration rules can change, travellers should always verify the current requirements before purchasing tickets or making travel plans.
