Tunisian Passport Ranking: A Global Perspective
According to the latest update of the Passport Index 2025, the Tunisian passport ranks 64th globally, with a Mobility Score of 78. This score indicates that holders of this document can travel to 78 destinations worldwide, including 35 without a prior visa, while the others are accessible with a visa on arrival or via an electronic authorization.
The Passport Index, which regularly updates its data based on visa policies, also evaluates Tunisia's "global footprint" at 39%, an indicator measuring the proportion of accessible countries compared to the total number of international destinations. This position reflects a medium level of connectivity, far from the most powerful passports in the world, but superior to that of several African and Arab countries.
African Passport Ranking
In Africa, Tunisia remains behind the continental leaders, namely Seychelles, Mauritius, and South Africa, whose passports open access to more than 150, 149, and 106 destinations, respectively. However, Tunisia ranks above many sub-Saharan African countries and maintains a respectable position in the MENA region, although Morocco continues to surpass Tunisia in the Maghreb ranking.
Opportunities for Improvement
This ranking testifies to a potential for improvement for Tunisia. The increase in the number of destinations accessible without a visa depends directly on the signing of new bilateral agreements and reciprocal recognition of travel documents. In a context where international mobility has become a factor of economic and diplomatic attractiveness, the power of a passport also reflects a country's credibility and openness on the global stage.
Implications for Tunisian Citizens
For Tunisian citizens, this ranking means limited opportunities compared to European or Asian standards, but it still offers better mobility than in several neighboring countries. Observers estimate that Tunisia could progress in the coming years if it strengthens its diplomatic relations with the European Union, Africa, and certain emerging Asian countries.
Top 10 African Passports according to Passport Index 2025
| Rank | Country | Mobility Score |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 🇸🇨 Seychelles | 156 |
| 2 | 🇲🇺 Mauritius | 149 |
| 3 | 🇿🇦 South Africa | 106 |
| 4 | 🇧🇼 Botswana | 87 |
| 5 | 🇳🇦 Namibia | 81 |
| 6 | 🇱🇸 Lesotho | 79 |
| 7 | 🇸🇿 Eswatini | 77 |
| 8 | 🇲🇼 Malawi | 75 |
| 9 | 🇰🇪 Kenya | 74 |
| 10 | 🇲🇦 Morocco | 73 |
Source: 2025 African Passport Ranking by Mobility
