The Enhanced Mobility Index carries the most weight (50%) and is based on the travel benefits that each passport gives the holder, while also taking into account the level of “attractiveness” of the destination country based on its quality of life.
In 5th place on the Global Passport Ranking Index, the passport for The Netherlands provides Dutch citizens with access to 197 countries. This includes 37 countries with free access and 25 countries that only require an electronic visa. Some of these countries include the European Union, Canada, the United States, Australia, and India. A passport from The Netherlands gives citizens a visa on arrival to 31 countries, including Egypt, Indonesia, Madagascar, and Laos. However, Dutch passport holders need to apply for a visa to 23 countries, such as China, Russia, Yemen, and Algeria. Each page of the Dutch passport features intricate designs that reveal stunning hidden illustrations when exposed to ultraviolet (UV) light.
Enhanced Mobility Index
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197
Countries
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37
Free Access
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25
Electronic Visa
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80
Free Access
(limited days) -
1
Electronic Travel
Authorization(eTA) -
31
On-arrival visas
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23
Visa Required
Investment Index
The Investment Index is used to provide a general assessment of the economy as an option for investment and other business decisions. Prosperous nations with a dynamic economy are favored, while the level of personal taxation is also taken into account. It is worth 25% of the overall calculation.
GNI per capita
$63,360
Personal tax rate
49.5%
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Innovation capability
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Financial system
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Product market
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Market size
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Labor market
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Business dynamism
Quality of Life Index
The third index covers six main components relating to the quality of life in the country. Other areas were considered, such as healthcare, education, and personal safety. However, it was felt that these were already covered in the selected indicators (such as in the Sustainable Development Goals) or that there were limited reliable sources for the information. The Quality of Living Index is worth 25% of the overall calculation.