US passport, once most powerful in the world, plummets in global ranking
The U.S. passport has seen a significant drop in global ranking, falling from the top spot to number 10 over two decades.
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The brief
The United States passport has experienced a decline in global mobility rankings. According to coverage from Forbes and The Hill, the document has plummeted from the number one position to number 10 over a 20-year period.
Reporting from Forbes and CNN focuses on the historical trajectory of passport power in the 21st century. Meanwhile, the Moodie Davitt Report notes that overall global mobility continues to strengthen despite the presence of geopolitical tensions.
Future coverage may further explore the relationship between the most powerful passports and the most peaceful countries, as highlighted by Condé Nast Traveler.
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Quick answers
Where does the U.S. passport currently rank?
According to Forbes, it is now ranked number 10.
How has the ranking changed over time?
Coverage from Forbes indicates the U.S. passport dropped from the number one spot to number 10 over a 20-year span.
What is the general state of global mobility?
The Moodie Davitt Report states that global mobility continues to strengthen despite geopolitical tensions.
Coverage (7)
- South Korean passport power ranks 2nd with visa-free access to 188 countries Korea JoongAng Daily · 5h ago
- Henley Passport Index: Global mobility continues to strengthen despite geopolitical tensions Moodie Davitt Report · 5h ago
- U.S Passport Power Declines—From No. 1 To No. 10 In 20 Years Forbes · 5h ago
- These Are the Most Peaceful Countries With the Most Powerful Passports Condé Nast Traveler · 5h ago
- The world’s most powerful passports of the 21st century CNN · 5h ago
- US passport, once most powerful in the world, plummets in global ranking The Hill · 5h ago
- Peace, Passport Strength Go Together Wealth Briefing · 14h ago
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