Singapore's Passport Reigns Supreme as World's Most Powerful Passport
SINGAPORE - In a new report released by the Henley Passport Index 2025, Singapore has regained its title as the world's most powerful passport, offering visa-free access to an impressive 195 destinations out of 227. This remarkable standing reflects Singapore's strong diplomatic relations and global influence, facilitating seamless international travel for its citizens.
According to the index, Japan takes the second spot with 193 destinations, while Finland, France, Germany, South Korea, and Spain share third place with 192 destinations each. The top rankings highlight the strength of passports from European countries that prioritize security and efficiency in their immigration processes, ensuring smooth movement across borders.
The Henley Passport Index 2025 provides a clear picture of travel freedom, evaluating 199 passports against 227 travel destinations. This year's ranking sees Singapore reclaim its throne, followed closely by Japan, which regained visa-free travel to China after the COVID-19 pandemic. The index also sheds light on the countries with the most robust economies and rich cultural histories that facilitate global mobility.
The complete top 10 list reads:
- Singapore - 195 destinations
- Japan - 193 destinations
- Finland, France, Germany, Italy, South Korea, Spain - 192 destinations each
Other notable rankings include:
- Austria, Denmark, Ireland, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden in fourth place with 191 destinations.
- Belgium, New Zealand, Portugal, Switzerland, United Kingdom in fifth place with 190 destinations.
- Australia and Greece ranked sixth with 189 destinations.
- Canada, Malta, Poland took seventh place with 188 destinations each.
- Hungary and Czechia shared eighth place with 187 destinations each.
The Henley Passport Index 2025 provides valuable insights into the world's most powerful passports and their corresponding travel freedoms.