Germany75.65
Overall rating
Open country profileGermany vs. Iceland: Country Comparison
Germany leads the overall rating with 75.65 points, ahead of Iceland with 73.62 points. The largest measurable differences stand out especially in Rail Network Density and UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Germany
Iceland73.62
Overall rating
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Health Insurance for Foreigners
Residence Permit Ease
Digital Nomad Visa
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Visa Processing Time
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
English Proficiency
City Rent per Square Meter
Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Top Personal Income Tax Rate (%)
Homicide Rate
Petty Crime Index
Healthcare Quality
Biggest Differences
Germany scores clearly better than Iceland on Rail Network Density.
Germany scores clearly better than Iceland on UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Germany scores clearly better than Iceland on Volcano Risk.
Germany scores clearly better than Iceland on Crypto Tax Rate.
Iceland scores clearly better than Germany on Heating & Gas Cost.
Germany scores clearly better than Iceland on Foreigner Ownership Rights.
Germany scores clearly better than Iceland on Mid-Range Wine Bottle Price.
Iceland scores clearly better than Germany on Electricity Cost.
Categories Compared
Germany
79 points
🛡️ Safety & Risk
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Iceland
87 points
| Topic | Germany | Iceland | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crime & Personal Safety | 76 | 87 | Iceland |
| Conflicts & Political Security | 85 | 98 | Iceland |
| Natural Hazards & Disasters | 65 | 63 | Germany |
| Digital Freedom & Surveillance | 85 | 97 | Iceland |
| Legal Protection & Property | 81 | 84 | Iceland |
| Long-Term Stability & Resilience | 80 | 87 | Iceland |
Germany
85 points
❤️ Health
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Iceland
85 points
| Topic | Germany | Iceland | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare & Access | 84 | 80 | Germany |
| Environmental Health | 89 | 90 | Iceland |
| Health Risks & Public Health | 81 | 85 | Iceland |
Germany
67 points
💸 Finance & Taxes
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Iceland
66 points
| Topic | Germany | Iceland | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Taxes | 43 | 51 | Iceland |
| Investment & Capital Access | 80 | 77 | Germany |
| Banking & Fintech | 76 | 73 | Germany |
| Bitcoin & Crypto | 67 | 47 | Germany |
| Real Estate & Property | 62 | 48 | Germany |
| Entrepreneurship & Business | 52 | 64 | Iceland |
| Macroeconomics | 73 | 73 | Tie |
| Wages & Purchasing Power | 82 | 80 | Germany |
Germany
47 points
🏠 Costs
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Iceland
34 points
| Topic | Germany | Iceland | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing & Utilities | 26 | 44 | Iceland |
| Food & Basic Goods | 27 | 23 | Germany |
| Dining & Going Out | 54 | 16 | Germany |
| Mobility Costs | 51 | 42 | Germany |
| Communication & Digital Costs | 70 | 53 | Germany |
| Personal Services | 52 | 30 | Germany |
Germany
83 points
🏗️ Infrastructure
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Iceland
73 points
| Topic | Germany | Iceland | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Infrastructure & Logistics | 90 | 42 | Germany |
| Roads & Traffic Infrastructure | 77 | 73 | Germany |
| Electricity & Energy | 81 | 98 | Iceland |
| Internet & Connectivity | 84 | 88 | Iceland |
| Public Transport | 84 | 63 | Germany |
Germany
74 points
🌿 Lifestyle
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Iceland
64 points
| Topic | Germany | Iceland | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work-Life Balance | 74 | 74 | Tie |
| Climate & Weather | 60 | 52 | Germany |
| Outdoor & Lifestyle | 57 | 45 | Germany |
| Leisure & Recreation | 93 | 77 | Germany |
| Arts & Entertainment | 94 | 70 | Germany |
| Food & Culinary Culture | 72 | 45 | Germany |
| Family-Friendly | 77 | 89 | Iceland |
| Pet-Friendly | 67 | 61 | Germany |
Germany
82 points
✈️ Relocation & Residency
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Iceland
84 points
| Topic | Germany | Iceland | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residency & Bureaucracy | 81 | 88 | Iceland |
| Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom | 83 | 84 | Iceland |
| Remote Work & Freelancing | 81 | 75 | Germany |
| Work & Self-Employment Abroad | 89 | 91 | Iceland |
| Permanent Residency & Family | 85 | 87 | Iceland |
| Language & Integration | 73 | 73 | Tie |
| Welcome Culture & Anti-Discrimination | 83 | 93 | Iceland |
| Everyday Life for Foreigners | 83 | 85 | Iceland |
Germany
85 points
🏖️ Travel & Vacation
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Iceland
72 points
| Topic | Germany | Iceland | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Stay Quality | 94 | 84 | Germany |
| Tourism Infrastructure | 94 | 86 | Germany |
| Attractions & Activities | 91 | 78 | Germany |
| Beaches, Nature & Relaxation | 75 | 71 | Germany |
| Vacation Costs | 62 | 37 | Germany |
| Season & Travel Comfort | 94 | 76 | Germany |
Germany
84 points
🌐 Society & Participation
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Iceland
90 points
| Topic | Germany | Iceland | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society & Freedom | 87 | 91 | Iceland |
| Education & Knowledge | 80 | 90 | Iceland |
| Social System & Social Cohesion | 84 | 89 | Iceland |
| Equality & Anti-Discrimination | 89 | 100 | Iceland |
| LGBTQ+ Friendliness | 95 | 99 | Iceland |
| Inclusion & Accessibility | 92 | 96 | Iceland |
| Religion & Worldviews | 78 | 80 | Iceland |
| Demography | 59 | 69 | Iceland |