India's Passport Jumps 10 Spots to 75th in Henley Index: Visa-Free Access to 56 Countries

• India's passport climbed 10 places to 75th globally in the Henley Passport Index 2026, reflecting improved global mobility.
• Indian citizens can now travel visa-free or with visa-on-arrival to 56 countries, a slight increase from previous figures.
• Despite the overall improvement, Iran and Bolivia suspended visa-free entry for Indians in late 2025, reducing easy-access countries from 57 to 55 before stabilizing at 56.
• The index, based on IATA data, measures visa-free destinations; top countries like Singapore and Japan offer access to over 190 destinations.
• India's rapid ascent from 85th (last year) and 80th (January 2026) signifies growing economic influence and efforts in travel agreements.