Visa free access for Indians: Recently, Indian passport holders gained more travel options as the Henley Passport Index ranked India 80th globally. This higher ranking allows Indian citizens to visit 62 countries without dealing with complicated visa application processes. The evaluation is in line with the most recent visa regulations, effective from January 11, using data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA).
ET quoted the Henley Passport Index, a significant authority in assessing and ranking passports worldwide, which identifies France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Singapore, and Spain as jointly holding the top spot for the world’s most powerful passports. Citizens from these countries can travel to an impressive 194 countries without facing burdensome visa requirements. In contrast, Afghanistan is at the bottom, granting its passport holders access to only 28 countries without a visa.
Indian passport holders now have the freedom to visit 62 countries, including places like Oman and Qatar, without the need for a visa. These countries either allow visa-free entry or provide the convenience of visa-on-arrival for Indian travelers, according to the Henley Passport Index 2024.Here is the complete list of countries that Indians can now visit without obtaining a visa in advance:

The index shows the pinnacle of passport strength, with the top six countries providing unparalleled global access to 194 countries through visa-free or visa-on-arrival privileges. Finland secures the second spot, allowing its passport holders entry to 193 countries without visa hassles.

The United States holds the seventh position, granting its citizens entry to 188 countries without the complexities of a visa. The top 10 most powerful passports globally, based on the abundance of destinations offering visa-on-arrival or visa-free access, include:

Overall, India’s rise to the 80th rank on the Henley Passport Index signifies a paradigm shift, providing seamless entry to 62 nations and reflecting the nation’s growing global influence in the realm of travel.