India Climbs to 80th in Henley Passport Index 2026: 55 Countries Now Visa-Free

• India has advanced five places to rank 80th in the Henley Passport Index 2026.
• Indian passport holders now have visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 55 countries and territories.
• The index is compiled by London-based Henley & Partners using IATA data, tracking 227 global destinations.
• Singapore retains its top position for the third consecutive year, offering visa-free travel to 192 destinations.
• The improvement reflects India's diplomatic engagement, though a significant gap remains with top-ranked nations.

Why It Matters: India improved its global mobility ranking to 80th, granting visa-free access to 55 countries.