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Singapore Tops 2025 Passport Index; US Drops to 12th

10/22/2025

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The 2025 Henley Passport Index shows Singapore ranks first, offering visa-free access to 193 destinations, followed by South Korea and Japan.
The United States dropped to 12th, its first exit from the top 10 since the index began, tied with Malaysia at 180 destinations.
India fell to 85th, with access to 57 countries.
The index highlights how diplomatic partnerships shape passport strength and travel freedom.

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The 2025 Henley Passport Index shows Singapore ranks first, offering visa-free access to 193 destinations, followed by South Korea and Japan.
The United States dropped to 12th, its first exit from the top 10 since the index began, tied with Malaysia at 180 destinations.
India fell to 85th, with access to 57 countries.
The index highlights how diplomatic partnerships shape passport strength and travel freedom.