New Delhi, July 23 -- The Indian passport has strengthened its position globally, jumping eight spots to rank 77th on the Henley Passport Index 2025. While Indian passport holders now have visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 59 destinations, the climb is notable, especially after a five-rank drop last year.

The Henley Passport Index ranks 199 countries based on the number of destinations their citizens can travel to without a prior visa. Despite adding only two new destinations to its visa-free tally, India's upward move signals improving global mobility.

Among the most popular countries that do not require a visa for Indian travellers:

* Malaysia

* Indonesia

* Maldives

* Thailand

Several others offer a visa-on-arrival (VOA):

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