The British passport, now ranked fourth, offers visa-free entry to 190 countries. This places the United Kingdom alongside Belgium, New Zealand, Norway, and Switzerland, all enjoying expanded travel freedom.
This upward movement reflects an ongoing trend toward global openness, with more countries establishing mutual visa-free arrangements.
Malaysia Ranks Second in the Region: In Southeast Asia, Malaysia’s passport stands as the second most powerful after Singapore’s, securing access to 183 destinations visa-free. This advancement has further cemented Malaysia’s regional influence, benefiting its citizens with expanded international mobility.
List of Visa-Free Countries for Singapore Passport Holders
Singapore passport holders can enjoy visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to the following regions and countries worldwide:
Asia
Brunei, Cambodia, China, India, Indonesia, Israel, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Laos, Lebanon, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Qatar, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, United Arab Emirates, Vietnam, and more.
Europe
Austria, Belgium, Croatia, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom.
Americas
Argentina, Bahamas, Barbados, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Jamaica, Mexico, Panama, Peru, Uruguay, and more.
Oceania
Australia, Fiji, French Polynesia, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Micronesia, New Zealand, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, and Vanuatu.
Africa
Botswana, Cape Verde, Eswatini, Kenya, Lesotho, Mauritius, Morocco, Namibia, Senegal, Seychelles, South Africa, Tunisia, Zambia, Zimbabwe.
A Global Mobility Benchmark
As a leading reference for passport strength, the Henley Passport Index is updated quarterly and draws on comprehensive data from the IATA. Governments, investors, and travellers alike consider the index a valuable tool for assessing international travel freedom.
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With Singapore securing the top spot, the Henley Passport Index reinforces the importance of passport power in global mobility, offering insight into the ease with which citizens can travel and explore worldwide. This dominance signifies Singapore’s role as a global leader in open-border policies, giving its citizens extensive access to the world’s destinations.