Most (potential) travelers feel frustrated when they realize their passport limits their options.

But we now know a weak passport doesn’t mean you’re stuck.

In this article, we’ll show you:

- How to find visa-free destinations you never considered  

- The secret to securing visas with minimal paperwork  

- Budget tricks to make travel affordable  

- Real strategies for building travel credibility

1. Recognise your passport strength

So, what’s a low-access passport?  

Generally, this term refers to any passport with visa-free access to fewer than 80 countries.  

Examples:  

- Nigeria  

- Pakistan  

- Bangladesh  

- Syria  

- Yemen  

We’re on a mission to prove that you can absolutely still travel with such a passport. You just need the right strategy.

2. Research your destinations

Another point is…

Most travelers only know popular destinations.

But these often-overlooked countries offer visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to many low-access passports:

- Senegal (90 days)  

- Fiji (4 months)  

- Dominica (6 months)  

- Maldives (30 days)  

- Cape Verde (30 days)  

Protip: You can use Zendocs’ visa-free filter for your nationality to find more of these…

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3. Gradually increase your chances for approval

So how do you master the visa application game in order to boost approval odds:  

1. Apply for easier visas first (build travel history)  

2. Overprepare documents (show 3x the required funds)  

3. Write a compelling cover letter (explain your plans clearly)

Q: Which visas are easiest to get?  

A: Tourist visas for countries with high approval rates (Cambodia, Rwanda, Kenya).

4. Widen your opportunities

Also, did you know that some documents unlock extra travel access:  

- UN passport (if eligible)  

- Refugee travel document  

- Seaman’s book

Q: Can you get these?  

A: Depends on your circumstances. Research thoroughly.

5. Be smart about it

Border officers often profile travelers.  So it’d be wise to make yourself a "low-risk" applicant:  

- Dress neatly for visa interviews  

- Book refundable flights/hotels  

- Carry printed bank statements with you

Q: What’s the biggest mistake to avoid?  

A: Last-minute applications. Start 3 months early.

6. Build travel credit  

If you do not have any travel history yet, you can fix that with:

1. Short trips to visa-free neighbors  

2. Group tours (easier visa approvals)  

3. Cruises (special transit rules)

Q: How many stamps do you need?  

A: 3-5 from different countries helps.

7. Be prepared for border control

Immigration officers ask trick questions.

Prepare adequate answers for:  

- "Why are you visiting?"  

- "Where will you stay?"  

- "How will you fund your trip?"

Q: What’s the worst answer you can give?

A: "I don’t know." Always sound specific.

8. Stay updated on policy changes

Visa rules shift constantly.

In 2025 alone:

- Namibia introduced eVisas  

- Thailand mandated digital arrival cards  

- Cuba switched to eVisas

You can always use Zendocs to track these changes with our real-time travel alerts.

9. Consider Second Residency

This is more of a long-term solution. Do your research since some countries offer residency for:

- Investors (Portugal, Malta)  

- Remote workers (Estonia, Costa Rica)  

- Retirees (Panama, Malaysia)

Q: What’s the cheapest option?

A: Paraguay’s $5k investment residency.

10. Start small 

This seems like a lot. But if you have the funds, you can try this:  

1. Pick one visa-free destination  

2. Book a 1-week trip  

3. Repeat every 3 months

At Zendocs, we believe that your passport is just a document while your ability to explore is limitless.

So, if you’re ready to begin, we’re rooting for you!