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.
Another Scandinavian country, Norway, ranks 9th on the Global Passport Ranking Index. It provides Norwegians with free access to 37 countries, electronic visa access to 26 countries, and free access with limited days to 78 countries. In addition, Norway passport holders get an on-arrival visa to 31 countries, which include Egypt, Indonesia, Madagascar, and Angola. However, Norwegian passport holders need a visa for 24 countries, such as Russia, China, Cuba, and Algeria. Viewing the pages of the Norwegian passport under a UV light reveals the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) dancing across the sky.
Enhanced Mobility Index
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197
Countries
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37
Free Access
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26
Electronic Visa
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78
Free Access
(limited days) -
1
Electronic Travel
Authorization(eTA) -
31
On-arrival visas
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24
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
$82,840
Personal tax rate
38.2%
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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.