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Brazil vs JapanPassport Comparison 2026

Side-by-side comparison of Brazil and Japan passports. The Japan passport is stronger by 12 destinations.

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Brazil

Americas

#43

Rank

152

Mobility

103

Visa Free

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Japan

Asia

#12

Rank

164

Mobility

110

Visa Free

Category Breakdown

Visa Free103 vs 110
BrazilJapan
Visa on Arrival36 vs 38
BrazilJapan
ETA5 vs 8
BrazilJapan
e-Visa21 vs 17
BrazilJapan
Visa Required24 vs 16
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Combined Passport Power

If you held both passports, your combined travel power would be:

#25

Combined Rank

160

Combined Score

+-4

Extra Destinations

Frequently Asked Questions

Which passport is stronger, Brazil or Japan?

The Japan passport is stronger in 2026. Brazil is ranked #43 with a mobility score of 152, while Japan is ranked #12 with a score of 164 — a difference of 12 destinations.

How many visa-free destinations do Brazil and Japan share?

Brazil and Japan passport holders share visa-free or easy access to 140 common destinations. See the detailed comparison above for the complete breakdown of shared and unique destinations.

Can I travel with both a Brazil and Japan passport?

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

What is the difference between Brazil and Japan passport rankings?

Brazil is ranked #43 and Japan is ranked #12 in the 2026 BorderIQ Passport Power Index. Brazil has a mobility score of 152 while Japan has 164, a difference of 12 destinations.

Is it worth having both Brazil and Japan passports?

Having both passports gives you the best visa access from each. While they share 140 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.

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