Pakistan, Oct. 15 -- For the fifth year running, the Pakistani passport ranks as one of the world's weakest, placing fourth from the bottom on the 2025 Henley Passport Index. This index ranks 199 passports based on the number of countries their holders can enter without a prior visa. Pakistan shares the 103rd spot with Yemen, while Iraq, Syria, and Afghanistan follow closely behind at 104th, 105th, and 106th places.

Pakistani passport holders can visit only 33 countries visa-free, the same number as Yemeni citizens. In comparison, Iraqis have access to 31 countries, Syrians 28, and Afghans just 26. This marks a slight decline for Pakistan, which ranked 100th last year with access to 32 countries. The limited travel freedom reflects ongoi...