Henley Passport Index – February 2026: Singapore Topped; India Climbs to 75th

Current Context: The Henley Passport Index (February 2026 edition) was released on 13 February 2026 by Henley & Partners, using exclusive data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

• India climbed to the 75th position, a jump of 10 spots from 85th in 2025, though its visa‑free/visa‑on‑arrival access slightly declined to 56 destinations.
• Singapore retained the top spot with access to 192 destinations, followed by Japan and South Korea at second place (187 destinations).
• The UAE continued its rapid rise, now ranked 3rd (shared with Sweden) with 186 destinations.
• Meanwhile, traditional powers like the UK (7th) and the US (10th) slipped further, reflecting a decade‑long decline in global mobility.
• India’s paradoxical rise shows that while its score fell marginally, other countries experienced sharper drops, improving India’s relative standing.

Question:

Q.1 In the February 2026 edition, what position did India secure in the global passport rankings?
a) 75th
b) 72nd
c) 73rd
d) 80th

Answer: a) India improved its standing to 75th place, reflecting a notable upward movement compared to the previous year.