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Canadian Passport Surpasses U.S. in Visa-Free Access

10/18/2025

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The Henley Passport Index shows Canadian passport holders have greater visa-free access than American citizens, with Canada 9th and United States 12th.
Both countries were tied for 7th last year, and the shift results from reciprocal policies to U.S. visa restrictions.
When disaggregated, Canada ranks 32nd for visa-free travel, while the United States ranks 37th.
The index has tracked these trends for over 20 years, reflecting shifts in travel policies.

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Story summary

The Henley Passport Index shows Canadian passport holders have greater visa-free access than American citizens, with Canada 9th and United States 12th.
Both countries were tied for 7th last year, and the shift results from reciprocal policies to U.S. visa restrictions.
When disaggregated, Canada ranks 32nd for visa-free travel, while the United States ranks 37th.
The index has tracked these trends for over 20 years, reflecting shifts in travel policies.