The Azerbaijani passport has achieved a notable enchancment, rising to 69th place within the Henley & Companions Passport Index for the primary half of 2024. This index, which assesses world mobility by counting visa-free locations obtainable to passport holders, highlights Azerbaijan’s progress in worldwide journey freedom.
The Henley & Companions index evaluates the passports of 199 international locations, with knowledge supplied by the Worldwide Air Transport Affiliation (IATA). The Azerbaijani passport’s development marks a major leap from its place of 76th in January, reflecting a seven-place climb over the previous six months.
Presently, Azerbaijani passport holders can go to 71 international locations with no need a visa, enhancing the journey flexibility for its residents. This enchancment aligns with broader regional developments within the South Caucasus. For comparability, Georgia’s passport holds forty fourth place within the index, providing visa-free entry to 122 locations. In distinction, Armenia is ranked 72nd, with its passport enabling visa-free journey to 68 international locations.
On the high of the index, Singapore continues to guide, with its passport granting entry to 195 international locations with out the necessity for a visa. Conversely, the Afghan passport languishes on the backside of the rating, with holders in a position to go to solely 26 locations visa-free.
This shift in rankings underscores the evolving panorama of world mobility, with varied international locations experiencing adjustments of their worldwide entry as they navigate diplomatic and coverage changes.
