Highlights: India Climbs the Global Passport Ranks as Singapore Tops Henley Index 2025
- Singapore ranks 1st globally, offering visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 195 destinations—the highest on record.
- Japan and South Korea secure 2nd place, with access to 193 countries without prior visa requirements.
- European nations dominate the top 5, including Germany, France, Italy, and Spain, each offering access to 192 destinations.
- India improves its global standing, rising five spots to 80th position, with Indian passport holders now accessing 62 destinations visa-free.
- Henley Passport Index 2025 reflects growing global mobility, with many countries expanding diplomatic and travel agreements.
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India Moves Up in Henley Passport Index 2025 with Greater Travel Freedom
According to the latest Henley Passport Index 2025, India has improved its global mobility, rising to the 77th position with 59 visa-free or visa-on-arrival destinations. This marks a eight-rank jump from last year, reflecting enhanced diplomatic efforts and international cooperation. Singapore tops the list with access to 195 destinations, while Japan, South Korea, France, Germany, Italy, and Spain follow closely. The report highlights a trend of increasing travel freedom worldwide, with more countries expanding their global access. For Indian travellers, the steady climb in rankings is a positive sign of stronger global ties and growing international opportunities.
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Top 10 Most Powerful Passports in the World in 2025
The Henley Passport Index 2025 ranks countries based on the number of destinations their citizens can access without a prior visa. This year, Singapore leads the list, while several European nations maintain strong positions.
Here's a look at the top 10 most powerful passports:
|
Rank |
Country |
Visa-Free/Visa-on-Arrival Destinations |
|
1 |
Singapore |
195 |
|
2 |
Japan |
193 |
|
3 |
Finland |
192 |
|
4 |
France |
191 |
|
4 |
Germany |
191 |
|
4 |
Italy |
191 |
|
4 |
South Korea |
191 |
|
4 |
Spain |
191 |
|
4 |
Austria |
191 |
|
5 |
Denmark |
190 |
|
5 |
Ireland |
190 |
|
5 |
Luxembourg |
190 |
|
5 |
Netherlands |
190 |
|
5 |
Norway |
190 |
|
5 |
Sweden |
190 |
|
5 |
Belgium |
190 |
|
6 |
New Zealand |
189 |
|
6 |
Portugal |
189 |
|
6 |
Switzerland |
189 |
|
6 |
United Kingdom |
189 |
|
6 |
Australia |
189 |
|
7 |
Greece |
188 |
|
7 |
Canada |
188 |
|
8 |
Malta |
187 |
|
8 |
Poland |
187 |
|
8 |
Czechia |
187 |
|
9 |
Hungary |
186 |
|
9 |
Estonia |
186 |
|
10 |
United States |
185 |
|
10 |
Latvia |
185 |
|
10 |
United Arab Emirates |
185 |
|
10 |
Lithuania |
185 |
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