Swift Summary
- Pakistan’s passport ranked 96th globally in the 2025 Henley Passport Index,making it the fourth weakest worldwide.
- Countries ranking lower then Pakistan are Iraq (97th), Syria (98th), and Afghanistan (99th), largely due to ongoing violence and civil conflicts.
- Pakistani passport holders can access only 32 countries with visa-on-arrival privileges, mostly not among major global destinations.
- India improved significantly in the rankings,climbing from 85th to 77th position in just six months.
- China’s passport ranks at 60th, Iran’s at 91st; Singapore holds the top spot with visa-free access to 193 destinations globally.
- US and UK passports saw declines in rank, now positioned at tenth and sixth respectively. UAE made notable progress over a decade, advancing from a rank of 42nd to eighth place.
Indian Opinion analysis
The dismal performance of Pakistan’s passport reflects broader geopolitical challenges stemming from instability within its borders and strained relations globally. comparatively, India’s enhancement highlights progress toward enhancing international accessibility for citizens-a potential indicator of stronger diplomatic relations or economic confidence.However, rankings like these underscore disparities among nations’ global mobility options tied closely to political stability and international standing.For India specifically, such progress could contribute positively towards opportunities for travel-driven business or cultural exchange.
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