China vs IndiaPassport Comparison 2026

The China passport is stronger in 2026. China is ranked #101 with a mobility score of 83, while India is ranked #140 with a score of 58 — a difference of 25 destinations.

China and India passport holders share visa-free or easy access to 47 common destinations. See the detailed comparison above for the complete breakdown of shared and unique destinations.

If you hold dual citizenship with both China and India, you can use whichever passport gives better access to each destination. Combining both passports often unlocks more visa-free destinations than either passport alone.

China is ranked #101 and India is ranked #140 in the 2026 BorderIQ Passport Power Index. China has a mobility score of 83 while India has 58, a difference of 25 destinations.

Having both passports gives you the best visa access from each. While they share 47 common easy-access destinations, each passport provides unique access to additional countries. Check the unique destinations section above for the full advantage of holding both.