Tuvalu Passport Ranking: Visa-Free Countries and Visa Requirements

TuvaluThis country’s passport is ranked No. 72 globally.Last check:Last update:
Mobility Score126

How Do We Rank It?

passportreports.com's AI-supported ranking model ranks passports by mobility score, a metric that combines visa-free entry, visa on arrival, and electronic travel authorization access. When scores are tied, it first compares the number of visa-free destinations, then destinations accessible with electronic travel authorization, and finally visa-on-arrival destinations. Review the algorithm used in our methodology.

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Passport Mobility Over Time

Annual Mobility Score and global ranking history for this passport.

Mobility History Table
YearMobility ScoreGlobal Rank
20207569
202110076
202212770
202313069
202412969
202513064
202612672
Population
9,362(2026 est.)
Official language
Tuvaluan, English
Government type
Parliamentary constitutional monarchy
Continent
Oceania
Capital
Funafuti
Currency
Australian dollar
Area
25.1 km²
Phone code
+688

Tuvalu: Other Rankings

Welcoming rankWelcoming Countries
8th out of 199 countries
Within-Language RankingEnglish
24th out of 60 countries
Form-of-Government RankingParliamentary Constitutional Monarchy
16th out of 25 countries
Currency RankingAustralian Dollar
3rd out of 4 countries
Commonwealth RankingCommonwealth Countries
24th out of 56 countries

Key Destination Access

USARequired

A valid visa is required before travel.

United KingdomeTA

An electronic travel authorization is required before travel.

CanadaRequired

A valid visa is required before travel.

Schengen AreaVisa-Free

Visa-free travel is available.

About Tuvalu

Tuvalu is a small island nation located in the Pacific Ocean, midway between Hawaii and Australia. It consists of nine low-lying coral atolls and reef islands. The country's geography is defined by its vast exclusive economic zone and limited land area. The islands are spread over a considerable distance, giving Tuvalu a scattered, remote character.

Life in Tuvalu centers on the main island of Funafuti, where most of the population resides. Traditional customs and community gatherings remain an important part of daily life. The pace of life is slow and closely tied to the natural environment. Fishing and subsistence agriculture are common activities among locals.

Tuvalu is a member of the United Nations and the Commonwealth of Nations. It actively participates in regional forums such as the Pacific Islands Forum. The country's voice on climate change has gained international attention due to its vulnerability. Tuvalu maintains diplomatic relations with several nations but has limited direct international influence.