The Henley Passport Index 2024 has recently unveiled its latest rankings for the world’s most powerful passports, with France claiming the top spot. This comprehensive index provides a global assessment of the world’s passports, ranking them based on the access they provide to their holders. India’s passport, offering visa-free travel to 62 countries, has been placed at the 80th position in this prestigious list.
Global Passport Power Rankings
In the world of global travel, a passport’s strength is a measure of its holder’s freedom to explore. This year’s index reveals that passport holders from France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Singapore, and Spain enjoy the greatest travel freedom, with access to 194 destinations without a prior visa.
The Henley Passport Index is a highly respected ranking system that reflects the changing landscape of global travel and geopolitics. Over the years, it has become a global benchmark for international travel freedom. The consistency of Japan and Singapore at the top tier underscores the significance of these passports.
Top 10 Most Powerful Passports of 2024
- Tied First Place: France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Singapore, Spain – 194 destinations
- Second Place: Finland, South Korea, Sweden – 193 destinations
- Third Place: Austria, Denmark, Ireland, Netherlands – 192 destinations
- Fourth Place: Belgium, Luxembourg, Norway, Portugal, United Kingdom – 191 destinations
- Fifth Place: Greece, Malta, Switzerland – 190 destinations
- Sixth Place: Czech Republic, New Zealand, Poland – 189 destinations
- Seventh Place: Canada, Hungary, United States – 188 destinations
- Eighth Place: Estonia, Lithuania – 187 destinations
- Ninth Place: Latvia, Slovakia, Slovenia – 186 destinations
- Tenth Place: Iceland – 185 destinations
India’s Passport Ranking and Visa-free Access
India’s ranking at 80th place offers a glimpse into the mobility its passport provides. Indian citizens have the privilege of traveling to 62 countries without the need for a visa. This facilitates not only leisure and tourism but also opens doors for business and educational opportunities.
Countries Indians Can Visit Visa-Free
The list of countries accessible to Indian passport holders without a visa showcases a diverse array of destinations, from the serene beaches of Barbados and Fiji to the historic landscapes of Jordan and Ethiopia.
- 1. Angola
- 2. Barbados
- 3. Bhutan
- 4. Bolivia
- 5. British Virgin Islands
- 6.Burundi
- 7. Cambodia
- 8. Cape Verde Islands
- 9. Comoro Islands
- 10. Cook Islands
- 11. Djibouti
- 12. Dominica
- 13. El Salvador
- 14. Ethiopia
- 15. Fiji
- 16. Gabon
- 17. Grenada
- 18. Guinea Bissau
- 19. Haiti
- 20. Indonesia
- 21. Iran
- 22. Jamaica
- 23. Jordan
- 24. Kazakhstan
- 25. Kenya
- 26. Kiribati
- 27. Laos
- 28. Macau
- 29. Madagascar
- 30. Malaysia
- 31. Maldives
- 32. Marshall Islands
- 33.Mauritania
- 34. Mauritius
- 35. Microsia
- 35. Montserrat
- 36. Mozambique
- 37. Myanmar
- 38. Nepal
- 39. Niue
- 40. Oman
- 41. Palau Island
- 42. Qatar
- 43.Rwanda
- 44. Samoa
- 45. Senegal
- 46. Seychelles
- 47. Sierra Leone
- 48. Somalia
- 49. Sri Lanka
- 50. Saint Kitts and Nevis
- 51. Saint Lucia
- 52. St. Vincent
- 53. Tanzania
- 54. Thailand
- 55. Timor
- 56. Togo
- 57. Trinidad and Tobago
- 58. Tunisia
- 59. Tuvalu
- 60. Vanuatu
- 61. Zimbabwe
- 62. Grenada
Pakistan’s Passport Ranking
Meanwhile, Pakistan’s passport has been ranked 101st, reflecting the varying degrees of travel freedom across different nations.