Israel Passport

Israel passport holders are working with solid travel leverage in 2026, not elite but clearly above the global middle. The rank has edged up from 18th place in 2006. Access has widened meaningfully, from 104 destinations then to 166 now. Its global and openness scores sit at 79 and 73, respectively. The useful part is the visa-free base: 121 destinations, including Japan, Albania, and Andorra. Visa on arrival adds another 28 options, with examples like Ethiopia, Madagascar, and Papua New Guinea. The caveat is the usual one: even strong passports still run into airline and border checks, so the 6-month validity buffer matters. Before relying on any route, verify the current rule with the destination government or embassy because entry policies can move without much notice.