Niger Passport Ranking: Visa-Free Countries and Visa Requirements
Visa Requirement Map
Passport Mobility Over Time
Annual Mobility Score and global ranking history for this passport.
| Year | Mobility Score | Global Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 49 | 138 |
| 2021 | 55 | 143 |
| 2022 | 64 | 146 |
| 2023 | 66 | 145 |
| 2024 | 65 | 145 |
| 2025 | 63 | 143 |
| 2026 | 62 | 149 |
Niger: Other Rankings
- Welcoming rankWelcoming Countries
- 131st out of 199 countries
- Within-Language RankingFrench
- 18th out of 29 countries
- Form-of-Government RankingMilitary-Led Transitional Regime
- 2nd out of 5 countries
- Currency RankingWest African CFA Franc
- 6th out of 8 countries
- WTO Members RankingWTO Member Countries
- 138th out of 159 countries
- Organisation of Islamic Cooperation RankingOrganisation of Islamic Cooperation Countries
- 34th out of 57 countries
- African Union RankingAfrican Union Countries
- 34th out of 54 countries
- G77 RankingG77 Countries
- 95th out of 132 countries
Key Destination Access
A valid visa is required before travel.
A valid visa is required before travel.
A valid visa is required before travel.
A valid visa is required before travel.
About Niger
Niger is a vast landlocked country in West Africa, largely covered by the Sahara Desert. The Niger River flows through the southwestern part of the country, providing a vital water source. Its landscape includes arid plateaus, sand dunes, and sparse savanna. The climate is predominantly hot and dry with a brief rainy season in the south.
Most of Niger's population lives in rural areas, where farming and herding are the main livelihoods. Markets in towns like Niamey, the capital, buzz with trade in grains, livestock, and textiles. Daily life is shaped by community ties and Islamic traditions, which influence social customs. Traditional music, storytelling, and festivals remain important cultural expressions.
Niger maintains diplomatic relations with many nations and is a member of international organizations. The country is economically reliant on agriculture, mining, and foreign assistance. Security challenges from armed groups in the Sahel region affect its stability. Regional cooperation with neighboring states is essential for addressing cross-border issues.