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SINGAPORE CROWNED WORLD'S MOST POWERFUL PASSPORT, UNLOCKING GLOBAL DESTINATIONS

In Desk

Jan 10, 2025 • 1 min read

Singapore has been crowned the world's most powerful passport, according to the Henley Passport Index, granting its citizens visa-free access to an impressive 195 out of 227 global destinations.

This historic achievement marks a significant milestone in global mobility and underscores the diplomatic and international standing of Singapore. With such a robust passport power, Singaporean citizens can travel to almost anywhere without a visa, with Hong Kong not being included due to issues related to national security.

According to the index, Japan takes second place with 193 visa-free destinations, followed closely by Finland, France, Germany, Italy, South Korea, and Spain - all sharing third place with access to 192 destinations. The rankings highlight the continued presence of Asian and European nations in international travel freedom.

Another notable climber is the United Arab Emirates (UAE), which has risen 32 places to enter the top 10 with access to 185 destinations.

However, a significant decline for the US sees it drop seven places to ninth position. China, on the other hand, has shown improvement, ascending to the 60th place and expanding its global mobility options.

The index highlights the large disparity in passport strength between individual countries. Singapore's passport holders can visit 169 more destinations without a visa than Afghanistan, which still remains at the bottom of the list with access to merely 26 destinations.

Based on International Air Transport Association data, the ranking assesses 199 passports worldwide and provides a comprehensive snapshot of global citizenship and international accessibility.

The Henley Passport Index 2025 rankings are as follows:

Singapore: 195 visa-free destinations
Japan: 193 visa-free destinations
Tie (Finland, France, Germany, Italy, South Korea, Spain): 192 visa-free destinations

This achievement showcases the significance of a robust passport in today's interconnected world.

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