Bangladesh has improved its position in the latest Henley Passport Index, climbing three places to rank 93rd globally.
The rise reflects a modest increase in international travel access for Bangladeshi passport holders. In the previous ranking, Bangladesh stood at 96th position.
Despite the improvement, Bangladesh still trails behind several South Asian countries in terms of visa-free or visa-on-arrival travel opportunities.
Singapore retained its place at the top of the index as the world’s most powerful passport, offering the widest visa-free access. Japan and South Korea jointly secured second position.
Sweden and the United Arab Emirates shared third place, underlining the UAE’s steady rise in global mobility rankings. Several European nations occupied the fourth position, including Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Spain, and Switzerland.
Within South Asia, India ranked 75th, maintaining a clear lead over Bangladesh. Pakistan placed 97th, slightly below Bangladesh, while Afghanistan remained at the bottom of the list.
The Henley Passport Index, based on data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA), ranks passports by the number of destinations holders can access without a prior visa.
Analysts say Bangladesh’s gradual rise points to incremental progress in mobility access and diplomatic engagement. However, experts stress that stronger international cooperation and expanded visa agreements will be key to achieving more significant gains in future rankings.