In a notable achievement, the Israeli passport has reached its highest position ever in the Henley Passport Index for 2026, securing the 18th spot globally. This ranking grants Israeli passport holders visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 166 destinations worldwide. The index, which evaluates passport strength based on travel freedom, has Singapore maintaining its hold on the top position, while Japan, South Korea, and the United Arab Emirates share the second place. The UAE, in particular, has seen a significant surge in its passport strength over the past twenty years, as highlighted in the report.
This improvement in Israel’s passport ranking has sparked increased international interest in obtaining Israeli citizenship. According to the Israeli immigration law firm Decker, Pex, Levi, there has been a noticeable rise in inquiries from people seeking to understand their eligibility for Israeli citizenship and obtain an Israeli passport. The firm has been assisting individuals in navigating the country’s immigration processes, which include various pathways to citizenship.
Israeli law offers several routes for acquiring citizenship. These include immigration under the Law of Return for eligible Jews and their families, as well as citizenship by birth or adoption. Additionally, individuals can become citizens through naturalization if they are qualifying permanent residents, through marriage to an Israeli citizen, or in special cases, through a grant by the Minister of Interior.
The law firm plays a key role in supporting clients with their citizenship applications, family-based immigration processes, and Aliyah procedures. They also provide assistance in other immigration-related matters before Israel’s Ministry of Interior, ensuring applicants can successfully navigate the complexities of the system.
The Henley Passport Index is widely regarded as a comprehensive tool for assessing the global mobility of national passports. It ranks passports based on the number of destinations their holders can visit without needing to secure a visa before arrival, providing valuable insights into the evolving landscape of international travel freedom.
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