Germany75.65
Overall rating
Open country profileGermany vs. South Korea: Country Comparison
Germany leads the overall rating with 75.65 points, ahead of South Korea with 72.17 points. The largest measurable differences stand out especially in Driving License Cost ($) and Dual Citizenship Allowed.
Germany
South Korea72.17
Overall rating
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Health Insurance for Foreigners
Residence Permit Ease
Digital Nomad Visa
Visa Processing Time
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
English Proficiency
City Rent per Square Meter
Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Top Personal Income Tax Rate (%)
Homicide Rate
Petty Crime Index
Healthcare Quality
Biggest Differences
South Korea scores clearly better than Germany on Driving License Cost ($).
Germany scores clearly better than South Korea on Dual Citizenship Allowed.
South Korea scores clearly better than Germany on Electricity Cost.
Germany scores clearly better than South Korea on Nuclear Exposure.
Germany scores clearly better than South Korea on Fertility Rate.
Germany scores clearly better than South Korea on Social Spending.
Germany scores clearly better than South Korea on Paid Parental Leave.
Germany scores clearly better than South Korea on Same-Sex Legal Status.
Categories Compared
Germany
79 points
🛡️ Safety & Risk
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South Korea
72 points
| Topic | Germany | South Korea | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crime & Personal Safety | 76 | 81 | South Korea |
| Conflicts & Political Security | 85 | 70 | Germany |
| Natural Hazards & Disasters | 65 | 53 | Germany |
| Digital Freedom & Surveillance | 85 | 78 | Germany |
| Legal Protection & Property | 81 | 71 | Germany |
| Long-Term Stability & Resilience | 80 | 74 | Germany |
Germany
85 points
❤️ Health
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South Korea
81 points
| Topic | Germany | South Korea | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare & Access | 84 | 83 | Germany |
| Environmental Health | 89 | 78 | Germany |
| Health Risks & Public Health | 81 | 83 | South Korea |
Germany
67 points
💸 Finance & Taxes
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South Korea
69 points
| Topic | Germany | South Korea | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Taxes | 43 | 53 | South Korea |
| Investment & Capital Access | 80 | 78 | Germany |
| Banking & Fintech | 76 | 70 | Germany |
| Bitcoin & Crypto | 67 | 63 | Germany |
| Real Estate & Property | 62 | 55 | Germany |
| Entrepreneurship & Business | 52 | 50 | Germany |
| Macroeconomics | 73 | 79 | South Korea |
| Wages & Purchasing Power | 82 | 86 | South Korea |
Germany
47 points
🏠 Costs
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South Korea
55 points
| Topic | Germany | South Korea | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing & Utilities | 26 | 51 | South Korea |
| Food & Basic Goods | 27 | 23 | Germany |
| Dining & Going Out | 54 | 67 | South Korea |
| Mobility Costs | 51 | 66 | South Korea |
| Communication & Digital Costs | 70 | 67 | Germany |
| Personal Services | 52 | 57 | South Korea |
Germany
83 points
🏗️ Infrastructure
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South Korea
80 points
| Topic | Germany | South Korea | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Infrastructure & Logistics | 90 | 79 | Germany |
| Roads & Traffic Infrastructure | 77 | 72 | Germany |
| Electricity & Energy | 81 | 70 | Germany |
| Internet & Connectivity | 84 | 99 | South Korea |
| Public Transport | 84 | 81 | Germany |
Germany
74 points
🌿 Lifestyle
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South Korea
67 points
| Topic | Germany | South Korea | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work-Life Balance | 74 | 50 | Germany |
| Climate & Weather | 60 | 65 | South Korea |
| Outdoor & Lifestyle | 57 | 61 | South Korea |
| Leisure & Recreation | 93 | 81 | Germany |
| Arts & Entertainment | 94 | 78 | Germany |
| Food & Culinary Culture | 72 | 88 | South Korea |
| Family-Friendly | 77 | 62 | Germany |
| Pet-Friendly | 67 | 52 | Germany |
Germany
82 points
✈️ Relocation & Residency
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South Korea
74 points
| Topic | Germany | South Korea | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residency & Bureaucracy | 81 | 83 | South Korea |
| Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom | 83 | 83 | Tie |
| Remote Work & Freelancing | 81 | 72 | Germany |
| Work & Self-Employment Abroad | 89 | 80 | Germany |
| Permanent Residency & Family | 85 | 69 | Germany |
| Language & Integration | 73 | 52 | Germany |
| Welcome Culture & Anti-Discrimination | 83 | 62 | Germany |
| Everyday Life for Foreigners | 83 | 75 | Germany |
Germany
85 points
🏖️ Travel & Vacation
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South Korea
87 points
| Topic | Germany | South Korea | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Stay Quality | 94 | 94 | Tie |
| Tourism Infrastructure | 94 | 93 | Germany |
| Attractions & Activities | 91 | 89 | Germany |
| Beaches, Nature & Relaxation | 75 | 81 | South Korea |
| Vacation Costs | 62 | 73 | South Korea |
| Season & Travel Comfort | 94 | 96 | South Korea |
Germany
84 points
🌐 Society & Participation
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South Korea
71 points
| Topic | Germany | South Korea | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society & Freedom | 87 | 79 | Germany |
| Education & Knowledge | 80 | 90 | South Korea |
| Social System & Social Cohesion | 84 | 62 | Germany |
| Equality & Anti-Discrimination | 89 | 68 | Germany |
| LGBTQ+ Friendliness | 95 | 57 | Germany |
| Inclusion & Accessibility | 92 | 75 | Germany |
| Religion & Worldviews | 78 | 79 | South Korea |
| Demography | 59 | 44 | Germany |