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Germany vs SwitzerlandPassport Comparison 2026

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

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Germany

Europe

#4

Rank

165

Mobility

119

Visa Free

#12

Rank

164

Mobility

115

Visa Free

Category Breakdown

Visa Free119 vs 115
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Visa on Arrival31 vs 34
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ETA7 vs 7
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e-Visa17 vs 18
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Visa Required15 vs 15
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Combined Passport Power

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

#40

Combined Rank

157

Combined Score

+-8

Extra Destinations

Unique to Germany (1)

Destinations only Germany passport holders can access easily

Unique to Switzerland (0)

Destinations only Switzerland passport holders can access easily

Frequently Asked Questions

Which passport is stronger, Germany or Switzerland?

The Germany passport is stronger in 2026. Germany is ranked #4 with a mobility score of 165, while Switzerland is ranked #12 with a score of 164 — a difference of 1 destinations.

How many visa-free destinations do Germany and Switzerland share?

Germany and Switzerland passport holders share visa-free or easy access to 156 common destinations. See the detailed comparison above for the complete breakdown of shared and unique destinations.

Can I travel with both a Germany and Switzerland passport?

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

Germany is ranked #4 and Switzerland is ranked #12 in the 2026 BorderIQ Passport Power Index. Germany has a mobility score of 165 while Switzerland has 164, a difference of 1 destinations.

Is it worth having both Germany and Switzerland passports?

Having both passports gives you the best visa access from each. While they share 156 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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