Singapore has the world's strongest passport, Japan and South Korea follow
Singapore has claimed the top spot in the 2025 Henley Passport Index.
Its passport allows citizens to travel to 195 destinations without needing a visa. This makes it the most powerful passport in the world for the second year in a row.
Japan holds second place, with its passport granting access to 193 destinations visa-free or with a visa-on-arrival.
Six countries share third place, each offering access to 192 destinations. These include South Korea, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, and Spain.
The Henley Passport Index ranks passports based on how many countries holders can visit without needing a visa. It uses data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA).
In the top 10 rankings, other notable countries include Austria, Denmark, and Sweden. Malaysia ranks 12th, with its passport providing access to 183 destinations. The UK is 5th, while the US comes in at 9th, showing slightly less travel freedom compared to their previous rankings.
“The index reflects the strength of international relations,” Henley & Partners said. Many of the top-ranking countries maintain strong diplomatic ties across the world.
The Henley Passport Index is updated every year and is often used as a measure of travel freedom globally.
