Singapore Tops the List of World’s Most Powerful Passports in 2025
In a recent publication by the Henley Passport Index, Singapore has been named the holder of the world’s most powerful passport for 2025. This prestigious ranking is based on the number of destinations that passport holders can visit without needing a prior visa. Singaporean citizens can now travel to an impressive 195 destinations visa-free, securing the top spot on the global mobility scale.
The Henley Passport Index, which uses exclusive data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA), ranks passports based on their visa-free access to various countries. This year, Japan holds the second position, with its citizens enjoying visa-free access to 193 destinations.
European nations also feature prominently in the top rankings. Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and South Korea share the third place, each offering visa-free access to 192 destinations. The United Kingdom, which once held the top spot in 2015, has slipped to fifth place, allowing its citizens to visit 190 countries without a visa1.
The United States has also seen a decline in its ranking, now positioned at ninth place with visa-free access to 186 destinations. This drop reflects the changing dynamics of global mobility and the increasing importance of diplomatic relations and international agreements.
The Henley Passport Index provides valuable insights into the evolving landscape of global travel and the relative strength of different passports. As geopolitical and economic factors continue to influence international mobility, the rankings serve as a barometer for the ease of travel for citizens around the world.
