India's passport ranking has slipped to 85th in the 2025 Henley Passport Index, offering visa-free access to 57 destinations. This marks a decline from its previous position. Singapore leads the index with access to 193 countries, followed by South Korea and Japan. Several European nations also feature prominently in the top rankings.
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