Canada Passport Index 2026: Passport Ranking and Visa-Free Travel
Compare the Canada passport by mobility score, visa-free access, visa on arrival options, eTA routes and visa required destinations.
Canada Passport Ranking FAQ
What does the Canada passport ranking show?
The Canada passport ranking explains passport strength through visa-free access, visa-on-arrival options, eTA access and visa-required destinations, using Passport Reports categories for clear country comparison.
How is the Canada mobility score calculated?
The Canada mobility score is 170, based on visa-free destinations, visa-on-arrival destinations and eTA destinations, while visa-required destinations are shown separately for context.
What does visa-free access mean for Canada passport holders?
Visa-free access means a Canada passport holder may enter selected destinations without applying for a visa before travel; Passport Reports lists this count as 112.
How should visa-on-arrival access be read for Canada?
Visa-on-arrival access for Canada is listed as 48 and may still involve fees, documents, eligibility checks and rules at the arrival point.
What is eTA access in the Canada passport report?
eTA access refers to electronic travel authorization routes for eligible travelers, shown for Canada as 10, and treated separately from visa-free and visa-on-arrival travel.
Why are visa-required destinations shown for Canada?
Visa-required destinations, shown as 28, indicate places where Canada passport holders may need a visa before travel and should prepare documents in advance.
How does Canada compare with other passports?
Canada can be compared through mobility score, visa-free access, visa-on-arrival access, eTA access and visa-required destinations instead of relying only on one ranking position.
What country profile details appear on the Canada page?
The Canada page may show population 39,187,155 (2025 est.), official language English, French, government type Parliamentary constitutional monarchy and continent North America as country context alongside passport data.
Is the Canada passport ranking legal or immigration advice?
No. Passport Reports presents the Canada passport ranking as editorial travel mobility information, not legal advice, immigration advice or a promise of entry.
When should travelers check Canada visa information?
Travelers should review Canada visa information close to departure because entry rules, eTA systems, visa-on-arrival conditions and document requirements can change.