This next-generation electronic passport debuted in December 2021. (Ministry of Foreign Affairs)

By Yoo Yeon Gyeong

The country ranks second worldwide in "passport power" for the fifth straight year.

Henley & Partners, a London-based investment migration consulting company, on Oct. 14 released its latest index saying the Korean passport is ranked No. 2 in the number of countries where Koreans can enter with no visa with 190.

Singapore ranked first overall with 193 countries, followed by runner-up Korea and third-place Japan (189).

Fourth with 188 were Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, Spain and Switzerland and fifth saw a seven-way tie among Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Ireland and the Netherlands with 187.

dusrud21@korea.kr