Discover how the UK ranks in passport strength and explore visa-free holiday options for 2025
London: So, it turns out that even after Brexit, the UK passport still holds its own in the global rankings. It’s pretty impressive, right? The UK is sitting at fifth place in the Henley Passport Index for 2025.
Singapore is the top dog, allowing its passport holders to visit 195 places without a visa. That’s a lot of freedom! Japan follows closely, with access to 193 countries. Talk about travel goals!
Then there’s a tie for third place with countries like Finland, France, and Germany, all giving access to 192 destinations. But don’t count the UK out just yet; it shares fifth place with Belgium, New Zealand, Portugal, and Switzerland, all with 190 visa-free options.
On the flip side, the Afghan passport is at the bottom of the list, only allowing access to 26 countries. That’s a tough spot to be in.
The Henley Passport Index has been tracking this stuff for 19 years, covering 199 passports and 227 travel spots. It’s a solid resource for anyone looking to travel.
It’s worth noting that the UK passport used to be even more powerful. It was ranked first several times between 2010 and 2015. But after Brexit, it dropped to seventh place in 2020. Ouch!
Still, with a British passport, you can visit places like Australia and Costa Rica without a visa. Just keep in mind that some spots, like Afghanistan and Cuba, will require one.
If you want to dive deeper into the rankings and see all the visa-free destinations, you can find the full list online. It’s a handy tool for planning your next getaway!
