Indian passport rises to 84th, but travel access shrinks to 55 destinations
What Happened
India has moved up one position to 84th in the October 2026 Henley Passport Index, sharing the rank with Algeria and Mauritania. However, its score fell from 57 destinations in October 2025 to 55, meaning Indian passport holders now have fewer destinations accessible without securing a visa beforehand.
Key Takeaways
The improved rank does not mean travel access increased. The Henley score includes visa-free entry, visa-on-arrival and electronic travel authorisations. Globally, Singapore remains No. 1 with access to 193 destinations, while Japan, South Korea and the UAE share second place with 188.