Global Passport Power Shift: US Falls as Asian Nations Rise, India Makes Record Jump

The latest Henley Passport Index reveals a significant reshuffling in global passport power.

Singapore retains its position as the world's most powerful passport, offering visa-free access to 193 destinations, while Japan and South Korea tie for second place. The US passport has dropped to its lowest-ever ranking at 10th, continuing a decade-long decline, and the UK also slipped in the rankings. India made the biggest leap this year, climbing from 85th to 77th place, granting its citizens visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 59 countries.

The rankings highlight a growing mobility gap, with Asian countries dominating the top spots and several nations, including Pakistan, remaining near the bottom.