Kazakhstan has climbed to 57th place in the 2026 Henley Passport Index, Qazinform News Agency correspondent reports. According to the 2026 Henley Passport Index, Kazakhstani passport holders have visa-free or simplified access to 78 countries. Globally, Singapore leads with 192 destinations, followed by Japan, South Korea, and the UAE (187).
The index is based on data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and reflects the level of travel freedom for citizens of different countries Within the CIS region, Kazakhstan is positioned below the Russian Federation (44th with 113 destinations) yet outpaces other Central Asian nations.
Experts say Henley Passport Index rankings, updated monthly, reflect a country’s diplomatic ties, visa agreements, and integration level, serving as a key metric for global mobility. Previously, Qazinform reported Kazakhstan climbs in the Climatescope clean energy investment ranking.