The world's most powerful passports
Japanese citizens now hold the most passport power, as they are able to enter 193 nations visa free, or with visa-on-arrival. South Korea and Singapore hold joint second place, with both countries' passports enabling their citizens to access 192 nations without restrictions.
Japan held its top rank for the fifth year running, with access to 193 destinations without a visa. Asia once again dominated the rankings of countries with the most powerful passports, according to a report from the Henley Passport Index.
In 2022, the most powerful passport in the world in terms of travel freedom is the Japanese passport, according to the HPI. A passport issued by Japan allows the holder to enter 193 different countries and territories without having to get a visa in advance. Singapore and South Korea are tied for 2nd place.
The United States of America passport ranking is 8; the number of visa free destinations accessible with a United States of America passport is 189.
Portugal. Portugal is one of the easiest countries to move to if you have enough money. Its Golden Visa scheme allows you to apply for permanent residency after five years.
The British passport is the world's sixth most powerful with visa-free or visa on-arrival access to 187 countries. The UK passport was one place ahead of the US at 186 countries, while EU states dominated much of the top rankings, data from Henley & Partners' 2022 Henley Passport Index showed.
India's passport ranked 87th globally, offering visa-free access to 60 countries, including Bhutan, Nepal, Indonesia and Macau. According to latest government data, as many as 1,63,370 Indians renounced their citizenship to become citizens of other countries in 2021.
According to rankings from Henley & Partners, a citizenship advisory firm, the U.S. passport ranks seventh in the world when it comes to access. Americans can get into 186 international destinations without applying for additional visas in advance.
The power of a Canadian passport is holding steady as one of the eighth most-highly-ranked passports in the world, reveals the latest Henley Passport Index.
U.S. citizens do not need a visa for tourist or business travel to the United Kingdom for a stay up to 6 months. A valid U.S. Passport is required.
Japan once again holds the most powerful passport, allowing visa-free access to 193 countries, according to the Henley Passport Index's third quarter 2022 report released Tuesday.
For tourist visits to Canada of less than 180 days, U.S. citizens do not need visas. Other types of travel generally require visas. Visit the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) website for current information. If you have a criminal record, you may be unable to enter Canada.
An Afghan passport has once again been labelled by the index as the least powerful passport in the world, with its nationals only able to visit 26 destinations visa-free. The Pakistan passport retains the same position from last year and is placed as the fourth last in the ranking.
How powerful is a US passport? The US passport is the strongest in terms of its passport power, which has been calculated by taking high positions in three categories: enhanced mobility (10th place), quality of life (23rd place), and investment opportunities (4th place).
The top 10 easiest countries to get a work visa are the following: Estonia. Norway & Svalbard. Australia.
Bolivia is among the few nations in the World that allows you to become a citizen after marrying and living there for two years. Individuals who've already lived in Bolivia legally for three years in a row could apply for Citizenship.