Passport ranking 2026: Top passports in the world, Pakistan’s global standing
Key takeaways
- Add ARY News on Google AAResize LONDON, July 2: Henley & Partners released their new passport strength ranking for July to December 2026, and Pakistan’s ranking will surprise many.
- Henley & Partners revealed that Singapore passport holders get visa-free access to 192 countries right now, as it sits on top of the list.
- Then you’ve got a bunch of European countries like Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Norway, the Netherlands and Spain sharing fourth spot, they can go to 186 places without a visa.
Why this matters: local context for readers following news across Pakistan and the region.
Add ARY News on Google AAResize LONDON, July 2: Henley & Partners released their new passport strength ranking for July to December 2026, and Pakistan’s ranking will surprise many. A few Asian countries have climbed up nicely this time, but a lot of others haven’t been so lucky.
Henley & Partners revealed that Singapore passport holders get visa-free access to 192 countries right now, as it sits on top of the list. The UAE, Japan and South Korea are all tied for second with 188 destinations each. Sweden is right behind in third place with 187.
Then you’ve got a bunch of European countries like Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Norway, the Netherlands and Spain sharing fourth spot, they can go to 186 places without a visa. Greece, Portugal, Austria, Switzerland and Malta are in fifth with 185 each.