Global passport rankings shape how easily people can travel. The Henley Passport Index 2026 ranks passports by how many countries can be entered without a visa in advance. This includes visa-free, visa on arrival, and electronic travel authorisation. Singapore holds the top spot for the third year with access to 192 destinations. Despite losing some visa-free options, it gained Papua New Guinea, keeping its lead thanks to strong diplomacy and global ties. India has moved up to 80th place. Indian passport holders can now visit 55 countries without applying for a visa beforehand. This improvement offers more travel freedom, cutting cost and planning time for Indian travellers. Japan and South Korea share second place, each allowing access to 188 countries. Several European countries like Denmark, Luxembourg, and Spain are at third place with 186 destinations each. Many others, including Austria, France, and Germany, tie at fourth with 185 countries. The UAE stands out in fifth place with 184 destinations, reflecting fast diplomatic growth. Smaller nations like New Zealand and Malta share sixth place with 183 destinations. The UK ranks seventh with 182, while Canada sits eighth with 181. Malaysia, the only other Southeast Asian nation in the top ten, ranks ninth with 180 countries. The United States rounds out the top ten with access to 179 countries. Though still powerful, its ranking has slightly slipped due to changing visa policies and reciprocal agreements. These rankings show how diplomatic ties, economic stability, and trust influence travel freedom across the world.