The index noted that India’s composite score increased to 45.1, marking its highest score in five years. It ranks just below Namibia, which is 124th, and just above Azerbaijan, in 126th place.
The Global Passport Index assesses passports based on three main criteria — Enhanced Mobility (50%), Investment (25%), and Quality of Life (25%). The evaluation utilizes 14 indicators sourced from various organizations, including the World Bank, the World Economic Forum, and the Sustainable Development Report.
European countries dominated the top 10 positions in the Global Passport Index 2026, with Sweden leading the list, while Singapore was the sole non-European country to make it into the top 10.
The ten best passports in the Global Passport Index 2026 are:
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Finland
- Germany
- Netherlands
- Denmark
- Ireland
- United Kingdom
- Norway
- Singapore
As per the index, Indian passport holders still enjoy access to numerous destinations through visa-free, visa-on-arrival, and eVisa options. However, traveling to many developed nations often requires securing a visa beforehand.
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