News- Recently, the Henley Passport Index 2026 was released by London-based Henley & Partners, highlighting changes in global passport rankings and travel mobility.
About Henley Passport Index 2026
The Henley Passport Index 2026 compares passports based on the travel access they provide to holders across the world.
Index based on: The index is based on data from the International Air Transport Association on visa-free, visa-on-arrival, and e-visa access.
The index includes 199 different passports and 227 different travel destinations.
Started in: The index was started in 2006 as the Henley & Partners Visa Restrictions Index.
Key Findings of Henley Passport Index 2026
Top-ranked passports: Singapore ranks first with visa-free access to 192 destinations, while Japan and South Korea are jointly ranked second with access to 188 destinations.
European presence: Several European countries dominate the third, fourth, and fifth positions, showing strong regional mobility and integration.
Lowest-ranked countries: Afghanistan ranks last at 101st with access to 24 destinations, followed by Syria and Iraq at the bottom of the list.
India’s performance: India ranks 80th in 2026, improving from 85th in 2025, with access to 55 destinations through visa-free or visa-on-arrival facilities.
Meaning of the ranking: The index reflects travel convenience, diplomatic relations, economic links, and international trust among countries.
