Gulf CountriesPassport Ranking

How Do We Rank It?

The Gulf Countries Ranking compares only passports from countries included in this regional group. The results are re-ranked from 1 within the Gulf countries.Global Ranking Methodology: passportreports.com ranks passports by their Mobility Score. The Mobility Score represents the total number of countries that can be entered visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an electronic travel authorization. If Mobility Scores are equal, the number of countries accessible without a visa is considered first. If that number is also equal, the number of countries accessible with an electronic travel authorization is considered. If the tie remains, the number of countries accessible with a visa on arrival is considered. If all values are equal, the countries share the same rank. Review the algorithm used in our methodology.

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Difference Between the Rankings

Region Ranking Ranks the passports of Gulf countries only against other Gulf countries.

Global Ranking Shows where those same passports rank worldwide.

About Gulf Countries

The Gulf countries occupy a strategic position on the Arabian Peninsula, bordering the Persian Gulf. Their landscape is dominated by vast deserts, salt flats, and rocky plateaus, with a harsh arid climate. Coastal areas feature mangroves, coral reefs, and important marine habitats, while interior oases sustain date palm groves. Modern metropolises like Dubai and Doha rise amid this stark environment, blending glass towers with traditional markets.

These nations share deep cultural roots in Bedouin heritage, tribal structures, and Islamic traditions that influence daily life. Their economies have been transformed by hydrocarbon wealth, making the region a pivotal energy supplier to global markets. This shared reliance on oil and gas revenues has driven rapid urbanization and infrastructure expansion. The similarity in economic foundations makes comparing their international travel access particularly revealing.

Cities such as Abu Dhabi, Manama, and Kuwait City combine futuristic districts with historic souks and mosques. A large expatriate population from South Asia, the Levant, and beyond creates a mosaic of languages and cuisines. State-of-the-art airports and seaports connect the Gulf to every continent, reinforcing its role as a global logistics hub. The region's cultural festivals, luxury shopping, and year-round sunshine draw millions of visitors annually, enhancing its international profile.