Canada Passport
Passport rankings out of 226 countries
Visa requirements
Showing all 226 destinations
📖About Canada
The Canada passport currently offers high travel mobility, ranking 8th globally for 2026. Canadian citizens benefit from a visa-free or visa-on-arrival count of 181 destinations, facilitating seamless international travel. This extensive access includes full entry rights to the Schengen Area and key global regions such as the United States, Japan, and the United Kingdom. According to the historical passport ranking data, Canada has consistently maintained a strong position, reaching as high as 2nd in 2014 and frequently appearing within the top ten over the last two decades. In addition to visa-free entry to 139 countries, the Canada passport allows for visa-on-arrival in 36 locations, including Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Egypt. Travelers can also utilize electronic travel authorizations for destinations like Australia and New Zealand. For specific territories such as China, Brazil, and the Russian Federation, a traditional visa is still required. With an openness score of 85 and a global score of 88, the Canadian passport remains a powerful tool for global access. This ranking reflects the country’s stable diplomatic relations and its commitment to international mobility, ensuring that its holders enjoy broad access across the Americas, Europe, and beyond.
Free One-Page Travel Guide
Download your printable Canada passport visa guide with all 137+ visa-free destinations
✈️Top Visa-Free Destinations for Canada Citizens
| Destination | Maximum Stay |
|---|---|
![]() | up to 90 days |
![]() | up to 90 days |
![]() | up to 180 days |
![]() | up to 90 days |
![]() | up to 30 days |
Planning a Trip to Canada?
Canada is part of the Schengen Area. Track your 90/180 day limit with our free calculator to avoid overstays and plan compliant trips across all 27 Schengen countries.
📈Historical Ranking Trend
Canada's passport ranking progression from 2006 to 2026
Historical ranking trend based on available yearly data.
Trend: Declined by 2 positions from 2006 to 2026
Visa Requirements by Country
Complete breakdown of visa requirements for Canada passport holders
✅ Visa-Free
137 countries
Japan
South Korea
Albania
Andorra
Anguilla
Antigua and Barbuda
Argentina
Aruba
Austria
Bahamas
Barbados
Belarus
Belgium
Belize
Bermuda
Bolivia
Bonaire; St. Eustatius and Saba
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Botswana
Brunei
Bulgaria
Cayman Islands
Chile
Colombia
Cook Islands
Costa Rica
Croatia
Curacao
Cyprus
Czechia
Denmark
Dominica
Dominican Republic
Ecuador
El Salvador
Estonia
Falkland Islands
Faroe Islands
Fiji
Finland
France
French Guiana
French Polynesia
French West Indies
The Gambia
Georgia
Germany
Gibraltar
Greece
Greenland
Grenada
Guam
Guatemala
Guyana
Haiti
Honduras
Hong Kong (SAR China)
Hungary
Iceland
Iraq
Ireland
Italy
Jamaica
Kazakhstan
Kiribati
Kosovo
Kyrgyzstan
Latvia
Lesotho
Liechtenstein
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Macao (SAR China)
North Macedonia
Malaysia
Malta
Mauritius
Mayotte
Mexico
Micronesia
Moldova
Monaco
Mongolia
Montenegro
Montserrat
Morocco
Netherlands
New Caledonia
Nicaragua
Northern Mariana Islands
Norway
Oman
Palestinian Territory
Panama
Peru
Philippines
Poland
Portugal
Puerto Rico
Reunion
Romania
San Marino
Sao Tome and Principe
Senegal
Serbia
Singapore
Slovakia
Slovenia
South Africa
Spain
St. Lucia
St. Maarten
St. Vincent and the Grenadines
eSwatini
Sweden
Switzerland
Taiwan (Chinese Taipei)
Thailand
Trinidad and Tobago
Tunisia
Turks and Caicos Islands
Ukraine
United States
Uruguay
Uzbekistan
Vanuatu
Vatican City
British Virgin Islands
US Virgin Islands
Suriname
Rwanda
Tajikistan
Zambia
Angola
Türkiye
Malawi
St. Helena
🛬 Visa on Arrival
36 countries
Egypt
Ethiopia
Madagascar
Papua New Guinea
Armenia
Bahrain
Bangladesh
Burundi
Cambodia
Cape Verde Islands
Comoro Islands
Guinea-Bissau
Jordan
Kuwait
Laos
Lebanon
Maldives
Marshall Islands
Nepal
Palau Islands
Paraguay
Samoa
Saudi Arabia
Sierra Leone
Solomon Islands
Tanzania
Timor-Leste
Tonga
Tuvalu
United Arab Emirates
Zimbabwe
Indonesia
Djibouti
Qatar
Namibia
Niue
🔐 ETA Required
10 countries
Australia
New Zealand
American Samoa
Sri Lanka
Kenya
United Kingdom
Seychelles
Israel
Mozambique
St. Kitts and Nevis
💻 E-Visa
23 countries
Myanmar
Pakistan
Azerbaijan
Benin
India
Vietnam
Uganda
Guinea
Cameroon
Equatorial Guinea
Gabon
Togo
Syria
Cuba
Burkina Faso
Mauritania
Congo (Dem. Rep.)
Nigeria
Liberia
Somalia
Bhutan
Cote d'Ivoire
South Sudan
❌ Visa Required
20 countries
Afghanistan
Algeria
Central African Republic
Chad
China
Congo (Rep.)
Eritrea
Ghana
Iran
Libya
Mali
Nauru
Niger
North Korea
Russian Federation
Sudan
Turkmenistan
Venezuela
Yemen
Brazil
Comparison against other countries
Closely related passports based on region, mobility tier, and travel profile.
United States
As a major North American power, the United States shares a similar high-tier mobility profile and regional proximity to Canada.
Comparison context
While Canada maintains strong global access, the United States passport offers a comparable level of visa-free mobility within the Americas.Australia
Australia consistently ranks within the same top-10 tier as Canada, often fluctuating within 1-3 positions globally.
Comparison context
The Australian passport frequently mirrors Canada's historical performance in global visa-free access rankings.United Kingdom
Canada and the UK share deep diplomatic ties through the Commonwealth and possess highly similar visa-free destination sets.
Comparison context
Diplomatic strengths often align Canadian mobility trends with those of the British passport due to shared historical and economic frameworks.Related sources and important links
Trusted references for Canada passport rules, travel notices, and government information.
❓Frequently asked questions
Check Your Passport Validity
Planning to travel with your Canada passport? Many countries require 3-6 months of passport validity beyond your travel date. Use our free passport validity checker to verify you meet entry requirements before booking your trip.
Last Updated:
Source: IATA Travel Centre, Skyscanner & Official Government Websites.

































































































































































































































