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.
- Base: The index ranks countries based on statistics provided by the International Air Transport Association (IATA).
- 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.
