France vs United StatesPassport Comparison 2026

The France passport is stronger in 2026. France is ranked #4 with a mobility score of 165, while United States is ranked #32 with a score of 159 — a difference of 6 destinations.

France and United States passport holders share visa-free or easy access to 151 common destinations. See the detailed comparison above for the complete breakdown of shared and unique destinations.

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

France is ranked #4 and United States is ranked #32 in the 2026 BorderIQ Passport Power Index. France has a mobility score of 165 while United States has 159, a difference of 6 destinations.

Having both passports gives you the best visa access from each. While they share 151 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.