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Mexico vs United StatesPassport Comparison 2026

Side-by-side comparison of Mexico and United States passports. The United States passport is stronger by 22 destinations.

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Mexico

Americas

#53

Rank

137

Mobility

94

Visa Free

#32

Rank

159

Mobility

109

Visa Free

Category Breakdown

Visa Free94 vs 109
MexicoUnited States
Visa on Arrival33 vs 36
MexicoUnited States
ETA5 vs 6
MexicoUnited States
e-Visa29 vs 19
MexicoUnited States
Visa Required28 vs 19
MexicoUnited States

Combined Passport Power

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

#40

Combined Rank

155

Combined Score

+-4

Extra Destinations

Frequently Asked Questions

Which passport is stronger, Mexico or United States?

The United States passport is stronger in 2026. Mexico is ranked #53 with a mobility score of 137, while United States is ranked #32 with a score of 159 — a difference of 22 destinations.

How many visa-free destinations do Mexico and United States share?

Mexico and United States passport holders share visa-free or easy access to 128 common destinations. See the detailed comparison above for the complete breakdown of shared and unique destinations.

Can I travel with both a Mexico and United States passport?

If you hold dual citizenship with both Mexico 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.

What is the difference between Mexico and United States passport rankings?

Mexico is ranked #53 and United States is ranked #32 in the 2026 BorderIQ Passport Power Index. Mexico has a mobility score of 137 while United States has 159, a difference of 22 destinations.

Is it worth having both Mexico and United States passports?

Having both passports gives you the best visa access from each. While they share 128 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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