Passport + Residence Permit: The Complete Travel Power Matrix (2026)
Complete data matrix showing visa-free counts for 25 passports × 7 residence permits. Find your exact combination and see how many countries you can visit.
How many countries can you visit with your passport and residence permit? This matrix answers that question for every combination in VisaRadar's database — 25 passports × 7 residence permits, 175 data points showing exactly how each permit changes your visa-free access.
Find your passport, scan across to your permit, and see the number. Then compare it to what other permits would give you — or what other passport holders with the same permit can access.
Last verified: March 2026
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Each cell shows the total visa-free country count with that permit. The "Baseline" column is your passport alone with no residence permit.
South & Central Asian Passports
| Passport | Baseline | Schengen | US GC | Canada PR | UK BRP | Ireland IRP | UAE | Saudi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | 27 | 81 | 51 | 44 | 42 | 48 | — | — |
| Pakistan | 11 | 59 | 31 | 27 | 25 | 31 | 23 | 18 |
| Bangladesh | 19 | — | 37 | 33 | — | — | 31 | 26 |
| Nepal | 12 | — | — | 26 | — | — | 23 | 18 |
| Sri Lanka | 18 | — | — | 32 | — | — | 29 | 25 |
Southeast Asian Passports
| Passport | Baseline | Schengen | US GC | Canada PR | UK BRP | Ireland IRP | UAE | Saudi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philippines | 40 | 83 | 54 | 50 | 46 | — | 47 | 42 |
| Indonesia | 40 | — | — | 49 | — | — | 43 | 40 |
| Vietnam | 25 | — | — | 37 | — | — | 33 | — |
East Asian & Middle Eastern Passports
| Passport | Baseline | Schengen | US GC | Canada PR | UK BRP | Ireland IRP | UAE | Saudi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| China | 46 | — | 57 | 54 | — | — | 45 | — |
| Turkey | 70 | — | — | 68 | — | — | 67 | — |
| Iran | 14 | — | — | 22 | — | — | 18 | — |
| Jordan | 19 | — | — | 31 | — | — | 26 | 22 |
African Passports
| Passport | Baseline | Schengen | US GC | Canada PR | UK BRP | Ireland IRP | UAE | Saudi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | 27 | 73 | 44 | 41 | 39 | — | 37 | 33 |
| Egypt | 19 | — | — | 35 | — | — | 31 | 26 |
| Ethiopia | 14 | — | — | 28 | — | — | 23 | 19 |
| Kenya | 41 | — | — | 50 | — | — | 48 | — |
| Ghana | 46 | — | — | 55 | — | — | 54 | — |
| Morocco | 42 | — | — | 53 | — | — | 50 | — |
Cells marked "—" indicate the combination is not yet in our database or the passport isn't tracked for that permit. Data will expand as our coverage grows.
How to Read This Table
- Baseline = visa-free countries with your passport alone, no residence permit
- Each permit column = total visa-free countries when you add that permit
- The gain = permit column minus baseline. Example: India baseline (27) + Schengen (81) = +54 new visa-free countries
- "—" means we don't have data for that combination yet
The higher the number in a permit column, the better that combination is for travel. But also compare across permits in the same row — that tells you which permit gives YOU the best upgrade.
Top 10 Biggest Jumps
These are the passport + permit combinations that unlock the most new visa-free destinations in absolute terms:
| Rank | Passport | Permit | Baseline → New Total | Gain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | India | Schengen | 27 → 81 | +54 |
| 2 | Pakistan | Schengen | 11 → 59 | +48 |
| 3 | Nigeria | Schengen | 27 → 73 | +46 |
| 4 | Philippines | Schengen | 40 → 83 | +43 |
| 5 | India | US Green Card | 27 → 51 | +24 |
| 6 | India | Ireland IRP | 27 → 48 | +21 |
| 7 | Pakistan | US Green Card | 11 → 31 | +20 |
| 8 | Pakistan | Ireland IRP | 11 → 31 | +20 |
| 9 | Bangladesh | US Green Card | 19 → 37 | +18 |
| 10 | Pakistan | Canada PR | 11 → 27 | +16 |
The Schengen permit dominates the top 4 positions. The Indian passport + Schengen permit combination delivers the largest absolute gain at +54 new visa-free countries.
Top 10 Biggest Proportional Gains
Raw numbers favor passports with the most restricted starting points. But proportional gains tell a different story — which combinations deliver the biggest multiplier?
| Rank | Passport | Permit | Multiplier | Baseline → New |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pakistan | Schengen | 5.4x | 11 → 59 |
| 2 | India | Schengen | 3.0x | 27 → 81 |
| 3 | Pakistan | US Green Card | 2.8x | 11 → 31 |
| 4 | Pakistan | Ireland IRP | 2.8x | 11 → 31 |
| 5 | Nigeria | Schengen | 2.7x | 27 → 73 |
| 6 | Pakistan | Canada PR | 2.5x | 11 → 27 |
| 7 | Pakistan | UK BRP | 2.3x | 11 → 25 |
| 8 | Philippines | Schengen | 2.1x | 40 → 83 |
| 9 | Pakistan | UAE Residence | 2.1x | 11 → 23 |
| 10 | Ethiopia | Canada PR | 2.0x | 14 → 28 |
Pakistani passport holders dominate proportional gains. A Pakistani passport with a Schengen permit delivers a 5.4x multiplier — from 11 to 59 visa-free countries. Every permit type at least doubles Pakistani passport holders' visa-free access.
Passport Tiers: Who Benefits Most
We grouped passports by baseline strength to show which tier benefits most from residence permits:
Tier 1: Restricted Passports (10–20 baseline)
| Passport | Baseline | Best Permit | Best VF Count | Gain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | 11 | Schengen | 59 | +48 |
| Nepal | 12 | Canada PR | 26 | +14 |
| Iran | 14 | Canada PR | 22 | +8 |
| Ethiopia | 14 | Canada PR | 28 | +14 |
| Sri Lanka | 18 | Canada PR | 32 | +14 |
| Egypt | 19 | Canada PR | 35 | +16 |
| Jordan | 19 | Canada PR | 31 | +12 |
| Bangladesh | 19 | US Green Card | 37 | +18 |
For restricted passports, any permit is transformative. The Schengen permit delivers the largest absolute gains, but even a Saudi Iqama can nearly double the visa-free count.
Tier 2: Moderate Passports (25–45 baseline)
| Passport | Baseline | Best Permit | Best VF Count | Gain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | 27 | Schengen | 81 | +54 |
| Nigeria | 27 | Schengen | 73 | +46 |
| Vietnam | 25 | Canada PR | 37 | +12 |
| Philippines | 40 | Schengen | 83 | +43 |
| Indonesia | 40 | Canada PR | 49 | +9 |
| Kenya | 41 | Canada PR | 50 | +9 |
| Morocco | 42 | Canada PR | 53 | +11 |
The moderate tier shows the most variation. Indian and Nigerian passport holders see massive Schengen gains, while Southeast Asian and African passports with existing regional access (ASEAN, ECOWAS) see smaller but still meaningful improvements.
Tier 3: Strong Passports (45+ baseline)
| Passport | Baseline | Best Permit | Best VF Count | Gain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| China | 46 | US Green Card | 57 | +11 |
| Ghana | 46 | Canada PR | 55 | +9 |
| Turkey | 70 | Schengen | — | ~4 |
Strong passports see diminishing returns. Turkish passport holders gain only ~4 new countries from any permit, because most permit-unlocked destinations are already visa-free. For China, a US Green Card still adds 11 meaningful destinations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which passport benefits the most from a residence permit?
Pakistani passport holders see the largest proportional gains — a Schengen permit delivers a 5.4x multiplier (11 → 59 visa-free countries). In absolute terms, Indian passport holders gain the most from a Schengen permit at +54 new destinations.
Which passport benefits the least from a residence permit?
Turkish passport holders (baseline: 70 visa-free countries) gain the least — typically only 4 new destinations from any permit. Strong passports have diminishing returns because most permit-unlocked destinations are already visa-free.
Why are some cells empty in the matrix?
VisaRadar's database currently tracks specific passport + permit combinations based on data availability. We're continuously expanding coverage. Empty cells will be filled as our data grows. Use the interactive tool to check combinations not shown here.
How often does this data change?
Visa policies change regularly. We verify our database against airline visa systems and embassy sources. This matrix was last verified in March 2026. Individual country policies can change at any time — always verify with the destination's official immigration website before booking.
Can I use two residence permits at the same time?
You can only present one permit at the border. However, if you hold multiple permits, you can strategically choose which one to show based on the destination. For example, show your Schengen permit when visiting Turkey but your US Green Card when visiting Canada.
Where can I see the full details for my combination?
Click any passport + permit combination in the VisaRadar interactive tool to see the complete list of visa-free, VOA, eVisa, and visa-required destinations. Or read the detailed permit guides:
- US Green Card travel benefits
- Schengen residence permit travel benefits
- UK BRP travel benefits
- Canada PR travel benefits
- UAE residence visa travel benefits
- Saudi Iqama travel benefits
Methodology
This matrix uses VisaRadar's visa requirement database, which tracks rules for 25 passport nationalities across 194 destinations, including the impact of 20 residence permit types. Visa-free counts include only destinations classified as "visa free" (not VOA or eVisa). Visa statuses are sourced from airline visa verification systems and cross-referenced with embassy sources. Data gaps exist where specific passport + permit combinations have not yet been verified.
Visa rules change frequently. Always verify requirements with the destination country's official embassy or immigration website before booking travel. Data from VisaRadar's database, last verified March 2026.
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