Indians can now travel visa-free to 57 countries
Indians can now travel visa-free to 57 countries, up from 56 in the previous year. This is according to the 2023 Henley Passport Index, which ranks passports based on the number of countries their holders can visit without a visa.
India’s passport ranking has improved steadily in recent years, moving up from 87th in 2017 to 84th in 2022 and now 80th in 2023. This is a result of the Indian government’s efforts to improve the country’s visa regime, which has made it easier for Indian citizens to travel abroad.
The top 10 countries with the most visa-free travel access in 2023 are:
- Japan (193 countries)
- Singapore (192 countries)
- Germany (190 countries)
- South Korea (189 countries)
- Finland, France, Italy, Spain (188 countries)
- Denmark, Sweden, the United Kingdom (187 countries)
- Austria, Belgium, Netherlands, Norway, Switzerland (186 countries)
- Luxembourg (185 countries)
- Portugal (184 countries)
- United States (183 countries)
India’s visa-free access is still far behind the top 10 countries, but it is steadily improving. The government has been working to improve the country’s visa regime, and it is likely that India’s passport ranking will continue to improve in the coming years.
The improvement in India’s passport ranking is a positive development for the country’s economy and tourism industry. It will make it easier for Indian citizens to travel the world, which can boost trade and investment and promote cultural exchange.
It is also a sign of India’s growing global standing. As the country becomes more integrated with the global economy, it is important for Indian citizens to be able to travel freely. The improvement in India’s passport ranking is a step in the right direction.
