Bangladesh has been placed 95th in the latest Henley Passport Index, marking a slight improvement from its 100th position in the previous year. According to the index, Bangladeshis currently enjoy visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 37 destinations. At the top of the latest ranking, Singapore retains its position as the world’s most powerful passport, with visa-free access to 192 of 227 countries and territories. At the other end of the scale, Afghanistan remains the weakest passport globally, with visa-free access to just 24 destinations. The index highlights gradual progress for countries like Bangladesh, but also underscores the persistent challenges faced by citizens of lower-ranked nations in accessing global mobility.

Source: Dhaka Tribune January 13, 2026 13:09 UTC