Henley Passport Index 2025

Henley Passport Index 2025 : Recently, the Henley Passport Index 2025 revealed a notable rise in global mobility, with more than 80 countries climbing at least 10 positions in the rankings.

• Key Highlights : Singapore holds the top position in 2025, offering visa-free access to 193 destinations.

o India's passport has improved notably, rising from 85th to 77th rank within the first half of 2025.

o Japan and South Korea share the second spot, with visa-free travel to 190 destinations.

o The United States has dropped from 9th to 10th place, providing access to 182 countries.

o The global average for visa-free access has significantly increased, going from 58 countries in 2006 to an estimated 109 in 2025.

• About Henley Passport Index : It ranks global passports based on the number of destinations a holder can access without a prior visa.

o It uses data provided by the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

o First launched in 2006 as the Henley & Partners Visa Restrictions Index (HVRI).

o The index currently covers 199 passports and 227 travel destinations worldwide.