India Ranks 80th in World’s Strongest Passport Index 2026

Current Context: The Henley Passport Index 2026, released by Henley & Partners on January 13, 2026, ranks passports worldwide based on visa-free and visa-on-arrival access.

• In this edition, India climbed five spots to secure the 80th position, improving from 85th in 2025.
• Indian passport holders can now travel to 55 destinations without a prior visa, reflecting stronger diplomatic ties and gradual growth in global mobility.
• India shares this rank with Algeria and Niger, highlighting its mid-tier standing.
• At the global level, Singapore retained the top spot for the third consecutive year with access to 192 destinations, while Japan and South Korea followed with 188 destinations.
• The United States ranked 10th, offering visa-free entry to 179 destinations, showing how Asian nations continue to dominate the strongest passports list.

Question:

Q.1 What rank did India secure in the Henley Passport Index 2026?
a) 75th
b) 78th
c) 80th
d) 85th

Answer: c) India climbed five positions to rank 80th in 2026, improving from 85th in 2025.