The Henley Passport Index for 2024 has been released, with France securing the top spot, while India’s passport ranking has slipped one place from last year, moving from 84th to 85th position.
This decline in India’s ranking may come as a surprise, as while last year Indian passport holders could travel visa-free to 60 countries, this year that number has increased to 62.
The Henley Passport Index ranks nations based on the strength of their passports. In 2024, France leads the list, with its passport granting visa-free access to 194 countries.
Germany, Italy, Japan, Singapore, and Spain are also among the top-ranked countries alongside France.
Meanwhile, Pakistan maintains its position at 106th place, similar to last year, while Bangladesh has slipped from 101st to 102nd position.
India’s neighbour, Maldives, continues to have a strong passport, maintaining its position at 58th place, with Maldivian passport holders enjoying visa-free travel to 96 countries.
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