Henley Passport Index Latest News
The 2026 Henley Passport Index has shown significant shifts in global travel mobility, with Asia continuing to dominate the top ranks.
About Henley Passport Index
- It is a popular ranking of global passports that measures passport strength by the number of destinations that holders can visit without a prior visa.
- The index ranks countries based on statistics provided by the International Air Transport Association (IATA).
- It started in 2006 as the Henley & Partners Visa Restrictions Index (HVRI).
- The index includes 199 different passports and 227 different travel destinations.
- Significance: The stronger the passport, the more countries its holders can enter without a prior visa — a privilege that reflects diplomatic ties, economic influence, and international trust.
Key Highlights of Henley Passport Index 2026
- India’s passport also saw improvement, climbing five spots to 80th position
- The top three passports in the world come from Asia. Singapore ranks first, while Japan and South Korea are tied for second place.
- Afghanistan is at the bottom of the list, ranked 101st, with visa-free access to 24 destinations.
Source: ET
Henley Passport Index FAQs
Q1: What is India's rank in the Henley Passport Index 2026?
Ans: 80th
Q2: What is the Henley Passport Index?
Ans: A ranking of passports by visa-free access
