The Greek passport has officially entered the ranks of the world’s most powerful, securing 5th place in the 2025 Henley Passport Index. The Greek passport soars to 5th strongest worldwide in 2025 rankings on the global ranking of passports based on the number of destinations their holders can access without a visa.
This year’s update sees Greece offer visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 187 out of 227 possible destinations worldwide — a clear sign of the country’s increasing diplomatic strength and international standing. Greece now shares its 5th place ranking with Switzerland and New Zealand, both traditionally strong performers in passport mobility.
The steady upward trajectory is notable: Greece ranked 7th in both 2022 and 2023, and moved up to 6th in 2024 and early 2025. Its new position in the top five affirms the Greek passport’s reputation as one of the most desirable and practical travel documents available today.
The Henley Passport Index, compiled by London-based investment migration consultancy Henley & Partners, uses exclusive data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA) to assess the travel freedom of 199 national passports. The index is widely regarded as the global benchmark for passport strength and international mobility.
The 2025 rankings continue to be dominated by European countries, with Singapore taking the top spot with access to 193 destinations, followed by Japan and South Korea (190). Seven EU countries — including France, Germany, Italy, and Spain — occupy third place with 189 destinations. Fourth place is held by another group of European nations, including Sweden, the Netherlands, and Portugal, each with 188.
Greece’s improved ranking reflects not only growing global openness, but also the country’s strong ties with both European partners and international institutions. For Greek citizens, this translates into broader access for tourism, business, education, and investment opportunities across the globe.
The index also notes shifting global dynamics in passport power. While countries like the United Arab Emirates, China, and India have shown remarkable improvements over the past decade, several traditional powerhouses — including the United States and the United Kingdom — have seen a gradual decline in mobility.
As geopolitical uncertainty and global inequality increase, Henley & Partners observes a rising demand for strong passports and greater travel freedom. The Greek passport’s high ranking now places its holders in a privileged global position — with more destinations open to them than ever before.
Whether for leisure, professional mobility, or strategic dual citizenship planning, Greece’s passport is now among the most valuable assets a traveller can hold.
