Which passport has the most visa-free countries in 2026?

As of 2026, Singapore, Japan, and several European passports (France, Germany, Italy, Spain) consistently rank among the most powerful, offering visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 190+ destinations. Earth Visa tracks live rankings for all 199 passports based on official government data.

How many countries can I visit without a visa?

It depends on your passport. Top-ranked passports access 190+ countries visa-free or on arrival. Search your nationality on Earth Visa to see the exact list of visa-free countries, visa-on-arrival destinations, and e-visa options for your specific passport.

What is the difference between visa on arrival and e-visa?

Visa on arrival (VoA) means you obtain your visa at the airport or border upon arrival - no advance application required. An e-visa (electronic visa) requires you to apply and receive approval online before you travel. Both allow entry but e-visas must be secured in advance.

What is citizenship by investment?

Citizenship by investment (CBI) allows foreign nationals to obtain a second passport by making a qualifying investment - typically a donation to a national development fund or real estate purchase. Popular programs include those in the Caribbean (St Kitts, Grenada, Dominica) and Europe (Malta, Vanuatu). Costs typically range from $100,000 to $1,000,000+.

What is a golden visa?

A golden visa is a residency-by-investment program that grants long-term residency (and sometimes a path to citizenship) in exchange for a qualifying investment such as real estate, business creation, or government bonds. Popular golden visa countries include Portugal, Spain, Greece, UAE, and Malta.

What is a passport strength index?

A passport strength index ranks passports by the number of countries their holders can visit without obtaining a visa in advance. Earth Visa ranks all 199 passports using official government data, covering visa-free, visa on arrival, eTA, and e-visa access across 227 destinations.

What is an eTA (Electronic Travel Authorization)?

An eTA (Electronic Travel Authorization) is a lightweight pre-travel permission required by some countries - such as Canada, Australia (ETA), and the UK (ETA) - for nationalities that are otherwise visa-exempt. It is applied for online, costs a small fee, and is typically approved within minutes to hours. An eTA does not require a visa appointment.

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Switzerland Visa for Egyptian Citizens

Visa required

Egyptian passport holders need a visa to enter Switzerland. Apply at a Switzerland embassy or consulate, or the official visa portal, before travelling.

How Egyptian citizens apply for a Switzerland visa

→ Apply for a visa at the Switzerland embassy/consulate or official visa application centre before travelling.
→ See the exact document checklist for Egyptian applicants, by visa type.
→ Confirm the latest rules on the destination's official government page before you book.

Documents required for Egyptian applicants

The exact documents Egyptian citizens must submit for Switzerland, by visa type, from the official visa application centre.

otherOfficial trip under 90 days

Document Required Checklist (https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/5LyWIgybhTvxnVuZ7ezlgW/d2060093f62c40b05fd347d75926e0ea/swiss-schengen-visa-official-trip-under-ninty-days-doc-recent.pdf) Application Form (English Deutsch) (https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/3DsMIbfZfisg7SwJBVoHUK/5cd65d1e83be94767164d976c98208f2/visa-application-form.pdf) Application Form (Arabic French) (https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/532WQiVLAZfwNy1DLlnw3t/15157a0a697c8c932cfcb06fc1f8bda9/visa-application-form-ar-fr.pdf) Egyptian Medical Insurance Companies (https://www.eda.admin.ch/dam/countries/countries-content/egypt/en/travel-insurance_EN.pdf) Important Notice: Visa applications of persons with a valid residence permit in any other country than Egypt including UAE, will not be treated by Embassy of Switzerland in Egypt. They have to apply in their country of residence. This is valid for all kind of applications. Important notice: According to the instructions of the Swiss Embassy, VFS only accepts ordinary passports, and the holders of diplomatic/service/special passport have to apply directly at the Embassy. Based on the instructions of the Swiss Embassy in Cairo, it is not permitted to submit hotel or accommodation bookings issued by travel agencies or travel companies. The hotel or accommodation reservations must be made through international hotel booking websites.

touristVisit Of Family/Friends

Document Required Checklist (https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/3Qd1oblTQXlitj8zz9wx4Q/604f5b3e69a6dad1b992d99f644121d2/Visitor-Visa-19.02.24.pdf) Application Form (English Deutsch) (https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/3DsMIbfZfisg7SwJBVoHUK/5cd65d1e83be94767164d976c98208f2/visa-application-form.pdf) Application Form (Arabic French) (https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/532WQiVLAZfwNy1DLlnw3t/15157a0a697c8c932cfcb06fc1f8bda9/visa-application-form-ar-fr.pdf) Egyptian Medical Insurance Companies (https://www.eda.admin.ch/dam/countries/countries-content/egypt/en/travel-insurance_EN.pdf) Important Notice: Visa applications of persons with a valid residence permit in any other country than Egypt including UAE, will not be treated by Embassy of Switzerland in Egypt. They have to apply in their country of residence. This is valid for all kind of applications. Important notice: According to the instructions of the Swiss Embassy, VFS only accepts ordinary passports, and the holders of diplomatic/service/special passport have to apply directly at the Embassy. Based on the instructions of the Swiss Embassy in Cairo, it is not permitted to submit hotel or accommodation bookings issued by travel agencies or travel companies. The hotel or accommodation reservations must be made through international hotel booking websites.

businessBusiness Visa

Document Required Checklist (https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/45fTarho9BDbBH4Tfp7sWm/6c6091b6adc7dc7f01c276a978d630c8/business-visa-2023.pdf) Application Form (English Deutsch) (https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/3DsMIbfZfisg7SwJBVoHUK/5cd65d1e83be94767164d976c98208f2/visa-application-form.pdf) Application Form (Arabic French) (https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/532WQiVLAZfwNy1DLlnw3t/15157a0a697c8c932cfcb06fc1f8bda9/visa-application-form-ar-fr.pdf) Egyptian Medical Insurance Companies (https://www.eda.admin.ch/dam/countries/countries-content/egypt/en/travel-insurance_EN.pdf) Important Notice: Visa applications of persons with a valid residence permit in any other country than Egypt including UAE, will not be treated by Embassy of Switzerland in Egypt. They have to apply in their country of residence. This is valid for all kind of applications. Important notice: According to the instructions of the Swiss Embassy, VFS only accepts ordinary passports, and the holders of diplomatic/service/special passport have to apply directly at the Embassy. Based on the instructions of the Swiss Embassy in Cairo, it is not permitted to submit hotel or accommodation bookings issued by travel agencies or travel companies. The hotel or accommodation reservations must be made through international hotel booking websites.

touristTourist Visa

Document Required Checklist (https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/l3fUBMAyAtuDlKuO2cLkc/fe7ad50bc94ff77e3263c41d6e2d637b/Tourist-Visa-19.02.24.pdf) Document Required Checklist for Students trip (Tourist Visa) (https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/14t7nyFdsFZUhOkSG33e11/b8677e0d5bf76ea69a5766a81bed25a6/students-trips-tourist-visa-2023.pdf) Application Form (English Deutsch) (https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/3DsMIbfZfisg7SwJBVoHUK/5cd65d1e83be94767164d976c98208f2/visa-application-form.pdf) Application Form (Arabic French) (https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/532WQiVLAZfwNy1DLlnw3t/15157a0a697c8c932cfcb06fc1f8bda9/visa-application-form-ar-fr.pdf) Egyptian Medical Insurance Companies (https://www.eda.admin.ch/dam/countries/countries-content/egypt/en/travel-insurance_EN.pdf) Important Notice: Visa applications of persons with a valid residence permit in any other country than Egypt including UAE, will not be treated by Embassy of Switzerland in Egypt. They have to apply in their country of residence. This is valid for all kind of applications. Important notice: According to the instructions of the Swiss Embassy, VFS only accepts ordinary passports, and the holders of diplomatic/service/special passport have to apply directly at the Embassy. Based on the instructions of the Swiss Embassy in Cairo, it is not permitted to submit hotel or accommodation bookings issued by travel agencies or travel companies. The hotel or accommodation reservations must be made through international hotel booking websites.

medicalMedical Treatment

Document Required Checklist (https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/3IrWSDaF60O8seA4fplcD6/8deb776510a76e00dc3fff812766644e/medical-treatment-visa-2023.pdf) Application Form (English Deutsch) (https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/3DsMIbfZfisg7SwJBVoHUK/5cd65d1e83be94767164d976c98208f2/visa-application-form.pdf) Application Form (Arabic French) (https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/532WQiVLAZfwNy1DLlnw3t/15157a0a697c8c932cfcb06fc1f8bda9/visa-application-form-ar-fr.pdf) Egyptian Medical Insurance Companies (https://www.eda.admin.ch/dam/countries/countries-content/egypt/en/travel-insurance_EN.pdf) Important Notice: Visa applications of persons with a valid residence permit in any other country than Egypt including UAE, will not be treated by Embassy of Switzerland in Egypt. They have to apply in their country of residence. This is valid for all kind of applications. Important notice: According to the instructions of the Swiss Embassy, VFS only accepts ordinary passports, and the holders of diplomatic/service/special passport have to apply directly at the Embassy. Based on the instructions of the Swiss Embassy in Cairo, it is not permitted to submit hotel or accommodation bookings issued by travel agencies or travel companies. The hotel or accommodation reservations must be made through international hotel booking websites.

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Switzerland visa for Egypt citizens — FAQ

Do Egyptian citizens need a visa for Switzerland?

Egyptian passport holders need a visa to enter Switzerland. Apply at a Switzerland embassy or consulate, or the official visa portal, before travelling.

What documents do Egyptian citizens need for Switzerland?

A valid passport plus the Switzerland document checklist for your visa type — Earth Visa lists the full required documents per visa category from the official visa application centre.

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