The latest Henley Passport Index has ranked Pakistan’s passport as the fourth weakest in the world. According to the updated rankings, Pakistan is placed 101st globally, with passport holders able to travel to only 29 destinations without obtaining a visa in advance or by receiving a visa on arrival.
The index compares passports from countries around the world based on the number of destinations their citizens can access without a prior visa. A higher ranking generally means greater travel freedom for passport holders.
In the latest report, Pakistan ranks ahead of only Iraq, Syria, and Afghanistan. Among neighboring countries, China, India, and Iran have stronger passport rankings, giving their citizens access to more international destinations.
Singapore has once again secured the top position in the Henley Passport Index. Holders of a Singaporean passport can travel to 192 destinations without needing to obtain a visa before departure, making it the world’s most powerful passport according to the latest rankings.
The Henley Passport Index is updated regularly and is widely used to compare the travel freedom offered by different passports. The rankings are based on the number of countries and territories that allow visa-free entry or provide visas on arrival to passport holders.
Passport rankings can change over time because of new visa agreements, diplomatic relations, and changes in immigration policies between countries. Governments often work to improve international travel opportunities for their citizens through bilateral agreements and stronger diplomatic ties.
The latest index provides an overview of global passport strength and highlights the differences in travel access available to citizens of different countries around the world.
