
US Passport Power Plummets in Global Ranking
Published July 22, 2026
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The US passport, once a symbol of ease in international travel, has dramatically dropped in global rankings. Once unbeatable, it now struggles against stronger contenders.
The US passport, once known as the most powerful globally, has precipitously dropped from its top rank to number 10 over the past two decades. Countries like South Korea have risen in rankings with more powerful visa-free travel advantages. This shift marks a significant change in international travel dynamics, reflecting broader geopolitical and cultural influences impacting US mobility.
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