Bruneian Passport Global Ranking
As of May 2025 the Bruneian passport holds the 49th position globally on the VisaGuide Passport Index, which ranks the passports of 199 countries and territories.
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Malaysia
Rank: 45th
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Brazil
Rank: 48th
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Barbados
Rank: 50th
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Where Can Bruneian Passport Holders Travel Without a Visa?
As of May 2025, the holders of Brunei passport enjoy visa-free access to 136 countries and territories, offering extensive global mobility. Here is a list of worldwide destinations where Bruneian citizens can travel without a visa:
- Albania
- Andorra
- Austria
- Belgium
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Bulgaria
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czechia
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Faroe Islands
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Gibraltar
- Greece
- Hungary
- Iceland
- Ireland
- Italy
- Kosovo
- Latvia
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malta
- Moldova
- Monaco
- Montenegro
- Netherlands
- North Macedonia
- Norway
- Poland
- Portugal
- Romania
- Russia
- San Marino
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Ukraine
- United Kingdom
- Vatican City
- Cambodia
- China
- Georgia
- Hong Kong
- Indonesia
- Iran
- Japan
- Kyrgyzstan
- Laos
- Macau
- Malaysia
- Myanmar
- Oman
- Philippines
- Qatar
- Singapore
- South Korea
- Taiwan
- Tajikistan
- Thailand
- Türkiye
- United Arab Emirates
- Uzbekistan
- Vietnam
- Anguilla
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Aruba
- Bahamas
- Barbados
- Belize
- Bermuda
- Caribbean Netherlands
- British Virgin Islands
- Canada
- Cayman Islands
- Costa Rica
- Curaçao
- Dominica
- Dominican Republic
- El Salvador
- Greenland
- Grenada
- Guatemala
- Haiti
- Honduras
- Jamaica
- Montserrat
- Nicaragua
- Panama
- Puerto Rico
- Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Saint Lucia
- Saint Martin
- Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
- Trinidad and Tobago
- United States Virgin Islands
- United States
- Colombia
- Ecuador
- French Guiana
- Peru
- Suriname
- American Samoa
- Australia
- Cook Islands
- Fiji
- French Polynesia
- Guam
- Kiribati
- Micronesia
- New Caledonia
- New Zealand
- Niue
- Northern Mariana Islands
- Samoa
- Vanuatu
- Botswana
- Kenya
- Lesotho
- Malawi
- Mauritius
- Mayotte
- Réunion
- Rwanda
- Seychelles
- Tanzania
- Gambia
- Tunisia
- Eswatini
Make sure your Bruneian passport is ready for travel – see the full list of countries that require six months of passport validity before you go!
What Countries Issue eVisa to Bruneian Citizens?
Citizens of Brunei can easily obtain eVisas for travel to 24 countries, making it more convenient to explore these international destinations. Here is a list of countries where Bruneians can apply for an eVisa online:
- Armenia
- Azerbaijan
- Bhutan
- India
- Iraq
- Kazakhstan
- Mongolia
- Syria
- Papua New Guinea
- Benin
- Cameroon
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Ivory Coast
- Djibouti
- Equatorial Guinea
- Ethiopia
- Gabon
- Guinea
- Libya
- Nigeria
- São Tomé and Príncipe
- South Sudan
- Togo
- Uganda
What Countries Issue Visa on Arrival to Bruneian Citizens?
If you are a Bruneian citizen, you can get a visa on arrival for the 30 countries listed below:
- Bahrain
- Jordan
- Kuwait
- Maldives
- Nepal
- Pakistan
- Saudi Arabia
- Sri Lanka
- Yemen
- Bolivia
- Marshall Islands
- Palau
- Solomon Islands
- Timor-Leste
- Tonga
- Tuvalu
- Burundi
- Cabo Verde
- Comoros
- Egypt
- Guinea-Bissau
- Madagascar
- Mauritania
- Mozambique
- Senegal
- Sierra Leone
- Somalia
- Saint Helena
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
You receive a visa on arrival (VOA) after entering the country that issues such a visa. Usually, there is a separate section at the airport where you can submit your application for your visa on arrival.
Can Bruneian Citizens Visit ASEAN Countries Without a Visa?
Yes, Bruneian citizens can enter other ASEAN countries without a visa for stays up to 14 days or even more depending on the country — since Brunei is a part of the ASEAN agreement.
Where Can I Enter Visa-Free With an APEC Card?
If you have an APEC business card from Brunei, you can enter the following countries visa-free:
- Australia
- Chile
- China
- Hong Kong
- Indonesia
- Japan
- South Korea
- Malaysia
- Mexico
- New Zealand
- Papua New Guinea
- Peru
- Philippines
- Russia
- Singapore
- Thailand
- Taiwan
- Vietnam
Countries With Visa Requirements for Bruneian Citizens
You need a valid visa to enter 36 countries with a Bruneian passport. It’s essential to apply for the appropriate visa through the relevant consulate or embassy before traveling to:
- Belarus
- Serbia
- Afghanistan
- Bangladesh
- Israel
- Lebanon
- North Korea
- Palestine
- Turkmenistan
- Cuba
- Mexico
- Turks and Caicos Islands
- Argentina
- Brazil
- Chile
- Falkland Islands
- Guyana
- Paraguay
- Uruguay
- Venezuela
- Nauru
- Algeria
- Angola
- Burkina Faso
- Central African Republic
- Chad
- Republic of the Congo
- Eritrea
- Ghana
- Liberia
- Mali
- Morocco
- Namibia
- Niger
- South Africa
- Sudan
Before planning a trip to any of the above destinations, it’s important for Bruneian travelers to secure the necessary visa and ensure all entry requirements and travel documentation are in order.