Henley Passport Index 2025

Current Context: The Henley Passport Index 2025 was released on January 8, 2025 by Henley & Partners, an international investment migration advisory firm.

Here are some key highlights:

Top Country: Singapore reclaimed the top spot, offering visa-free access to 195 out of 227 destinations.
India's Rank: India slipped to 85th place, allowing visa-free access to 57 countries.
Other Top Rankings: Japan secured the second spot with access to 193 destinations, while France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Finland, and South Korea shared the third spot with access to 192 destinations.
Notable Changes: The UAE entered the top 10 for the first time, ranking 10th with access to 185 destinations. The US and UK saw declines, ranking 9th and 5th, respectively.
China's Progress: China made significant strides, rising from 94th in 2015 to 60th in 2025, with visa-free access to 85 destinations.