Japan Passport Index 2026: Passport Ranking and Visa-Free Travel
Compare the Japan passport by mobility score, visa-free access, visa on arrival options, eTA routes and visa required destinations.
Japan Passport Ranking FAQ by Passport Reports
What does the Japan passport ranking show?
Passport Reports explains the Japan passport position through 173, rank 24th, visa-free access, visa on arrival, eTA, and visa-required destinations.
How is the Japan mobility score calculated?
The mobility score combines 113 visa-free destinations, 48 visa-on-arrival destinations, and 12 eTA destinations; 25 destinations remain visa-required.
What does visa-free access mean for Japan passport holders?
Visa-free access means holders may enter listed destinations without arranging a visa before travel, subject to passport validity, visit purpose, stay limits, and border checks.
How should visa on arrival be understood for Japan?
Visa on arrival means eligible holders may request a visa after reaching the destination; fees, documents, stay length, and conditions can vary.
Why is eTA listed separately in the Japan passport index?
eTA is an electronic travel authorization that may be needed before boarding or entry, so Passport Reports keeps it separate from visa-free and visa-on-arrival access.
Why do some destinations require a visa for Japan citizens?
Some destinations use immigration, security, reciprocity, or administrative rules to place Japan citizens in the visa-required category; requirements should be checked before travel.
How does Passport Reports compare Japan with other passports?
Passport Reports compares passports by mobility score, visa-free destinations, eTA routes, visa on arrival, and visa-required counts, without presenting the ranking as travel advice.
What methodology is used for the Japan passport ranking?
The methodology focuses on practical travel access, using visa-free, visa-on-arrival, and eTA categories with count-based tie-breakers.
Which travel documents matter for Japan passport holders?
Travelers generally need a valid passport and may need accommodation proof, onward or return travel, insurance, sufficient funds, or electronic authorization depending on destination.
Can the Japan passport ranking change during the year?
The ranking can change when destinations update visa policy, add eTA systems, remove requirements, or revise entry conditions; the page reflects the dataset used by Passport Reports.
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