Spain 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 | 133 | 4 |
| 2021 | 150 | 10 |
| 2022 | 174 | 3 |
| 2023 | 178 | 2 |
| 2024 | 179 | 2 |
| 2025 | 175 | 3 |
| 2026 | 174 | 3 |
Spain: Other Rankings
- Welcoming rankWelcoming Countries
- 94th out of 199 countries
- Within-Language RankingSpanish
- 1st out of 20 countries
- Form-of-Government RankingParliamentary Constitutional Monarchy
- 1st out of 25 countries
- Currency RankingEuro
- 2nd out of 27 countries
- NATO RankingNATO Countries
- 2nd out of 32 countries
- WTO Members RankingWTO Member Countries
- 3rd out of 159 countries
- OECD RankingOECD Countries
- 2nd out of 38 countries
- OSCE RankingOSCE Participating States
- 2nd out of 57 countries
Key Destination Access
An electronic travel authorization is required before travel.
An electronic travel authorization is required before travel.
An electronic travel authorization is required before travel.
A visa can be obtained on arrival.
About Spain
Spain occupies most of the Iberian Peninsula in southwestern Europe. Its mainland is bordered by France, Portugal, and the Mediterranean Sea. The country includes the Balearic and Canary Islands as well as two exclaves in North Africa. Its landscape ranges from snow-capped mountains to sunny coastal plains.
Daily life in Spain often revolves around late meals and a strong café culture. Cities like Madrid and Barcelona are known for their vibrant street life and architectural landmarks. Regional traditions, such as flamenco in Andalusia or castells in Catalonia, remain widely practiced. The country's diverse cultural heritage continues to shape local customs and festivities.
Spain is a member of the European Union and the Schengen Area, facilitating easy movement across the continent. It maintains close ties with Latin American countries through shared language and history. The nation also plays an active role in Mediterranean regional affairs. Its international relations are marked by both European integration and global diplomatic engagement.