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Germany vs South KoreaPassport Comparison 2026

Side-by-side comparison of Germany and South Korea passports. The South Korea passport is stronger by 1 destination.

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Germany

Europe

#4

Rank

165

Mobility

119

Visa Free

#2

Rank

166

Mobility

109

Visa Free

Category Breakdown

Visa Free119 vs 109
GermanySouth Korea
Visa on Arrival31 vs 41
GermanySouth Korea
ETA7 vs 8
GermanySouth Korea
e-Visa17 vs 16
GermanySouth Korea
Visa Required15 vs 15
GermanySouth Korea

Combined Passport Power

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

#25

Combined Rank

160

Combined Score

+-6

Extra Destinations

Unique to Germany (2)

Destinations only Germany passport holders can access easily

Unique to South Korea (3)

Destinations only South Korea passport holders can access easily

Frequently Asked Questions

Which passport is stronger, Germany or South Korea?

The South Korea passport is stronger in 2026. Germany is ranked #4 with a mobility score of 165, while South Korea is ranked #2 with a score of 166 — a difference of 1 destinations.

How many visa-free destinations do Germany and South Korea share?

Germany and South Korea passport holders share visa-free or easy access to 155 common destinations. See the detailed comparison above for the complete breakdown of shared and unique destinations.

Can I travel with both a Germany and South Korea passport?

If you hold dual citizenship with both Germany and South Korea, 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 Germany and South Korea passport rankings?

Germany is ranked #4 and South Korea is ranked #2 in the 2026 BorderIQ Passport Power Index. Germany has a mobility score of 165 while South Korea has 166, a difference of 1 destinations.

Is it worth having both Germany and South Korea passports?

Having both passports gives you the best visa access from each. While they share 155 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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