These countries have the most powerful passports in the world in 2025, according to a new ranking. Here's where the US ranks.

A number of nations in the top 10 such as Japan, South Korea, Australia and New Zealand, climbed in their ranking by gaining access to China which expanded its visa-free list significantly over the last year to encourage trade and tourism. But Canada, the U.S. and the U.K. are not included, Nicklin said.

There’s new year cheer for Singapore as it reclaims its place at the top of a quarterly ranking of the world’s most powerful passports. Holders of this desirable red travel document enjoy visa-free access to 195 out of 227 destinations worldwide,

In the past decade, only the Venezuelan passport has lost more power than the American blue book. Experts say an America First posture has eroded global mobility for US citizens.

Dive into the latest Henley Index ranking the world’s most powerful passports. While it’s good news for many Asian countries, the U.S. continues its slide downwards.