Henley & Partners has published the updated Henley Passport Index, one of the most authoritative global passport rankings. It reflects the level of global citizen mobility, assessing how many countries can be entered visa-free (visa-waiver, visa on arrival, or e-authorization).
The ranking is based on data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and is considered an indicator of diplomatic relations, international trust, and country openness.
π Top 5 Most Powerful Passports in the World
1st Place β Singapore
The most powerful passport in the world, offering maximum freedom of international travel.
2nd Place β Japan and South Korea
Tie in second place, consistently remaining among the world’s leaders in mobility.
3rd Place β Denmark, Luxembourg, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland
A group of European countries with some of the broadest visa-free access.
4th place β Austria, Belgium, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway
Europe continues to dominate the top half of the rankings.
5th place β Hungary, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, and the UAE
The United Arab Emirates stands out, becoming the strongest passport in the Middle East and one of the fastest growing in recent years.
πΊπ¦ The Ukrainian passport ranks around 30th globally and allows its citizens to visit approximately 143β144 countries without a visa.
This remains one of the best results among Eastern European countries and is a result of the current visa-free regime with the EU and several other countries.
π« Afghanistan ranks last in the rankings.
The Afghan passport provides access to fewer than 30 countries, making it the most restrictive in terms of freedom of movement.
πThe Henley Passport Index is more than just a ranking for travelers. It clearly demonstrates:
- the true freedom of movement of citizens
- the level of international trust in a country
- opportunities for work, business, relocation, and long-term travel
Source: Henley Passport Index
π https://www.henleyglobal.com/passport-index/ranking