India jumps to 80th spot in 2026 Passport Index
India just moved up five places to rank 80th in the Henley Passport Index for 2026.
This means Indian passport holders can visit 55 countries either visa-free or with visa-on-arrival.
The ranking, released January 13, is based on global travel data from IATA.
Who's got the world's most powerful passports?
Singapore leads the pack this year, unlocking travel to 192 destinations without a hassle.
Japan and South Korea are close behind, tied for second place with access to 188 countries each.
Meanwhile, Denmark, Luxembourg, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland all share third place.
The big movers: UAE and US
The UAE has shot up to fifth place thanks to years of active diplomacy—its citizens can now visit far more places than before.
The US has also bounced back into the top 10 after slipping recently.
On the other end of the scale is Afghanistan, whose passport holders can only access 24 destinations—a stark reminder of how much a passport can shape your freedom to explore.