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Passport is an important document for a citizen of any country. It not only proves its identity, but also symbolizes the international prestige and strength of that country. Not every passport is equally powerful.
According to Henley Passport Index 2025, passports of some countries are so weak that it has become very difficult for their citizens to get visa to travel abroad.
Afghanistan’s weakest passport
According to the 2025 report, Afghanistan’s passport ranks lowest in the world. Frequent terrorist incidents, political instability and weak situation at the international level are the main reasons for this. Citizens of this country can travel to only 27 countries without visa or on-arrival facility, hence it has been called the weakest passport in the world. Its rank is 104.
Syria war and crisis reduced credibility
The civil war going on in Syria for the last decade has seriously affected the international position of this country. Many countries have imposed visa restrictions on Syrian citizens. Syria’s rank in the Henley Index is 103, making it just above Afghanistan.
Impact of Iraq terrorism and instability
Iraq’s name is also included among the countries with weak passports. Years of war and terrorist attacks damaged its image. Due to this, Iraqi citizens have to go through rigorous scrutiny and a strict process to obtain a visa. This country is ranked 102nd in the Henley ranking.
Pakistan is a neighboring country stuck in strict visa rules
Pakistan’s passport is also one of the weakest passports in the world. Political instability, terrorism and international disputes have weakened its position. Pakistani citizens get visa-free entry in only 33 countries. Pakistan’s rank has been recorded at 101 in Henley Index.
Yemen war and economic crisis hit
Yemen has been struggling with civil war and economic devastation for many years. Due to this, it has become very difficult for the citizens here to get visa to travel abroad. Its rank has been given as 101 in Henley Passport Index 2025. Many countries have rejected visa applications of Yemeni citizens.
Somalia instability reduced credibility
Somalia has been facing terrorism and political instability for decades. Most countries of the world do not trust Somalian documents. It ranks 100 in the Henley Index and very few countries allow its citizens visa-free entry.
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