Somalia holds Africa's weakest passport with access to just 35 countries
express.co.uk — January 12, 2025, 03:01 AM UTC
Somalia has the weakest passport in Africa, allowing access to only 35 countries and ranking 102nd globally. Libya and Eritrea follow, with passports granting access to 40 and 42 countries, ranking 100th and 98th, respectively. The 2025 Henley Passport Index highlights that African passports generally offer less travel freedom compared to those from Europe. Seychelles has the strongest African passport, providing access to 156 countries and ranking 25th worldwide. The report lists the ten least powerful African passports, with Sudan, South Sudan, Nigeria, and Ethiopia all allowing access to 46 countries, ranking 94th globally.