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Here are the ten most powerful passports in Asia, 2024

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CEOWORLD magazine has recently released the updated rankings for the world’s most powerful passports in 2024. These rankings are based on the number of countries that passport holders can access without a visa. Japan and Singapore are still leading the pack, as their passport holders can travel to 194 out of 227 countries without a visa. These two Asian countries are now joined by four European Union member countries – Germany, Spain, France, and Italy – in the top spot.

Europe dominates this ranking, with 27 countries appearing in the top 10. South Korea has slipped to the 2nd spot, while Australia and New Zealand are in 6th position with 189 destinations, just ahead of the American passport with 188 destinations.

Most Asian countries follow one another in the list, with Afghanistan unfortunately holding the weakest passport position, at 104th place, with only 28 destinations accessible without a visa.

Here are the ten most powerful passports in Asia:

  • Japan (194 destinations)
  • Singapore (194 destinations)
  • South Korea (193 destinations)
  • United Arab Emirates (183 destinations)
  • Malaysia (182 destinations)
  • Hong Kong (171 destinations)
  • Brunei (168 destinations)
  • Israel (166 destinations)
  • Macao (SAR China) (144 destinations)
  • Taiwan (143 destinations)

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Despina Wilson, D.Litt.
Despina Wilson, D.Litt. in Cultural Diplomacy and Journalism, is the Business News Editor at CEOWORLD Magazine, where she specializes in delivering strategic content at the intersection of international finance, executive positioning, and cross-cultural communication. Fluent in Spanish and English, Despina brings over 12 years of editorial and advisory experience across Latin America, the U.S., and Europe.

Before joining CEOWORLD magazine, she held senior editorial roles at finance publications in Mexico City and worked as a corporate communications advisor for multinational firms. Her writing explores macroeconomic shifts, emerging markets, corporate governance, and the PR strategies that shape public perception of top-tier companies and their leaders.

At CEOWORLD, Despina leads a multilingual editorial team that produces business content tailored for global executives navigating complex financial ecosystems. She holds a degree in Business Journalism and a certificate in Strategic Public Relations.

Despina is also a frequent speaker on Latin American investment trends, female leadership in finance, and corporate transparency. With a sharp editorial instinct and a passion for amplifying diverse perspectives, Gabriela ensures that CEOWORLD’s coverage remains forward-thinking, inclusive, and rooted in both analytical depth and brand insight.