India Ranks 125th in Global Passport Index 2026, Slips One Spot

India has fallen to the 125th position in the fifth annual Global Passport Index (GPI) for 2026, according to a report by residency and citizenship advisory firm Global Citizen Solutions (GCS). This marks a decline of one spot from its overall ranking in 2025.

Over the past five years, the Indian passport has seen a modest improvement, moving up by only two places in the GPI rankings. This index differs from many others that primarily focus on visa-free travel. The GPI assesses the comprehensive strength of a passport by evaluating factors beyond just international travel ease.

Key considerations in the Global Passport Index include global mobility, the potential for investment, and the overall quality of life afforded to passport holders. These factors provide a broader perspective on the benefits and opportunities associated with holding a particular passport, extending beyond simple access to other countries.

The report highlights that while the Indian passport has made some progress over the last half-decade, its overall standing reflects a slower pace of improvement compared to potentially other nations or evolving global mobility standards. The firm GCS publishes the index annually, providing a comparative analysis of global passports.