Huge Update: India Passport Rank Improves, Climbs 8 Spots, Visa-Free (or Visa on Arrival) to 59 Nations!

Unbelievable! As per the updated Henley Passport Index 2025 on 22nd July 2025, India has made the highest jump globally, climbing eight places to arrive at the 77th rank from the 85th! This means Indians can now explore 59 countries visa-free or by opting for a visa on arrival. Two newest destinations were added to the visa-free countries for Indians list, which helped give a major boost to India passport rank. They are: Philippines and Sri Lanka.

Since India climbs 8 spots in 2025 Henley Passport Index, you can now visit the best countries of Thailand, Maldives, Indonesia, and Malaysia visa-free, while enjoying a 30+ day stay in countries like Sri Lanka, Myanmar, etc. How did the other countries fare? Before you begin booking cheap flight tickets, let’s scroll to know more about the Henley Passport Index list!

Asia Dominates the Rankings

Asia has topped the charts yet again, with Singapore stealing the first rank on the Henley Passport Index 2025, providing visa-free access to 193 countries! Following it closely at the second rank are Japan and South Korea, a step behind with access to 190 countries. Among the top 10 strongest passport in the world 2025 are also:

• 3^rd Rank (189 visa-free countries): Denmark, Germany, Finland, France, Spain, Ireland, and Italy.
• 4^th Rank (188 visa-free countries): Austria, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Belgium, Norway, Sweden, and Portugal.
• 5^th Rank (187 visa-free countries): New Zealand, Greece, and Switzerland.
• 6^th Rank (186 visa-free countries): UK
• 7^th Rank (185 visa-free countries): Australia, Hungary, Malta, Czechia, and Poland.
• 8^th Rank (184 visa-free countries): UAE, Estonia, and Canada
• 9^th Rank (183 visa-free countries): Slovakia, Slovenia, Croatia, and Latvia.
• 10^th Rank (182 visa-free countries): US, Iceland, and Lithuania.

Pakistan has also shot up, arriving at 96th on the list. The weakest remains Afghanistan, at the 99th rank, offering visa-free access to 25 countries.

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UK & US Falling Behind

Among the world’s most powerful passport rankings (2025), it’s surprising not to see the UK and US mentioned, even though India passport rank has skyrocketed. Grabbing the title of the most powerful in 2014 and 2015, respectively, the UK is now at the 6th rank, offering visa-free access to 186 countries, while the US is at the 10th rank, with visa-free access to 182 destinations.

The drop mainly has to do with the country’s internal affairs and their relationships and influence among other nations, as stated by CEO Dr Juerg Steffen. The US is at the edge of exiting the Henry Passport Index 2025 top 10 countries.  

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Other Impressive Climbers: Will India Overtake Them Soon?

India achieved the biggest jump in the past six months on the Henley Passport Index. Other notable climbers include the UAE and China, each rising 34 places in the past 10 years.  

China now ranks 60th, a strong result despite no visa-free entry into Schengen countries. Saudi Arabia added four new visa-free countries, increasing its total to 91 destinations. Do you think India passport rank could surpass them? Tell us in the comments!

It’s time to celebrate the best Indian passport ranking in last 10 years by booking budget and luxury hotels and all-inclusive holiday tour packages to explore! You can also apply for online visa services for 180+ destinations if your dream spot doesn’t appear on the visa-free list.

Summing Up the India Passport Rank:

India passport rank shoots up by 8 places on the Henley Passport Index 2025! Indians can enjoy visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 59 destinations at present. The two new destinations you can explore without a visa are Sri Lanka and the Philippines.

Singapore ranks number one, followed by South Korea and Japan, taking the second place. UK and US rank at the 6th and 10th spots respectively.

FAQs: India Passport Rank

What is the ranking of India in Henley passport?
India ranks at 77th place on the Henley Passport Index as of 2025. This is a jump of 8 places in six months.

What is the Henley range of India passport?
As per reports, the Indian passport has made an impressive jump of eight places, from the 85th rank to the 77th rank, with two new visa-free destinations in its pocket. Indians can now explore 59 countries without a visa or with a visa on arrival.

What is the top 5 powerful passport?
The top five powerful passports in the world are Singapore, Japan, South Korea, Germany, Ireland, and a few other European countries.

How many countries can an Indian passport enter without a visa?
Citizens having an Indian passport can visit 59 countries without a visa or with a visa on arrival.

What is the strongest passport in the world in 2025?
As per the Henley Passport Index, the strongest passport in the world is the Singapore passport. They offer visa-free access to 193 countries.

Is Turkey visa free for Indians?
No, Turkey is not visa-free for Indians. You must apply for a sticker visa, or an E-Visa if you have a UK, US, or Schengen Visa to enter Turkey.

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