These countries have the most powerful passports in the world in 2025, according to a new ranking. Here's where the US ranks.

In the past decade, only the Venezuelan passport has lost more power than the American blue book. Experts say an America First posture has eroded global mobility for US citizens.

A number of nations in the top 10 such as Japan, South Korea, Australia and New Zealand, climbed in their ranking by gaining access to China which expanded its visa-free list significantly over the last year to encourage trade and tourism. But Canada, the U.S. and the U.K. are not included, Nicklin said.

In times when international or inter-country travel has become the cornerstone of the global tourism industry, the advantages that different passports offer help in ensuring seamless travel for citizens.