• A US passport has dropped to ninth place in the 2025 Henley Passport Index.
• Singapore ranks first, offering access to 195 destinations without a visa.
• The US passport allows visa-free travel to 186 countries, excluding Nigeria, India, and Russia.
• Japan follows Singapore, securing the second position with access to 193 destinations.
• Poor rankings are observed for passports from countries like Afghanistan and Syria.

The latest findings from the 2025 Henley Passport Index indicate a significant shift in the desirability of the US passport, which now ranks ninth overall, a notable decline from its former top status in 2014. This year, American travelers enjoy visa-free access to 186 countries and territories, but key locations such as Nigeria, India, and Russia remain on the restricted list.

The Henley Passport Index, established 19 years ago by the consultancy firm Henley & Partners, highlights Singapore's position as the world's most powerful passport for the second consecutive year, granting access to an impressive total of 195 destinations. Following closely behind is Japan, whose passport ranks second with a count of 193 visa-free destinations. The third position is notably shared by Finland, France, Germany, Italy, South Korea, and Spain, while the United Arab Emirates has made a remarkable leap into the top ten, improving by 55 spots since 2010.

Conversely, passports from Nepal, Somalia, Pakistan, Yemen, Iraq, Syria, and Afghanistan occupy the bottom ranks of the index. A stark contrast is apparent when comparing the Afghan passport, which allows holder's access to only 26 countries, underscoring the growing importance of possessing a strong passport for global mobility.