ISLAMABAD: Pakistani passport holders can now trave to 32 countries either visa-free or with visa-on-arrival, following a notable improvement in the country’s global passport ranking.
According to the 2025 Henley Passport Index released by Henley & Partners, Pakistan’s passport now ranks 100th in the world, a significant rise from its 113th position in 2021.
The index, which measures global mobility, places Singapore at the top with visa-free access to 193 destinations. Japan and South Korea share second place, offering access to 190 destinations, while several European nations,including France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and others ,are ranked third with access to 189 countries without a visa.
This positive development comes shortly after Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) signed a bilateral agreement enabling visa-free travel for holders of diplomatic and official passports.
