embassly
SOS
Paris

Japan embassy & consulates in France

Visa-free · 90 days$3,700/moSOS 112Updated Nov 9, 2026
Quick answer

Japan has 6 diplomatic mission(s) in France: Embassy (Paris), Consulate General (Strasbourg), Consulate General (Marseille), Consulate (6th arrondissement of Lyon), Permanent Mission (Paris), Permanent Mission (Paris).

Entry rules for Japan passport holders → France:Visa-free· 90 days
Photo: Yann Caradec from Paris, France · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Japan missions in France

Consulate6th arrondissement of Lyon

Consulate of Japan, 6th arrondissement of Lyon

Data completeness70%
Address
Boulevard de la Bataille de Stalingrad 131, 69100, Villeurbanne, 6th arrondissement of Lyon
Phone
+33 4 37 47 55 00
Opening hours
Mo-Fr 09:00-12:00, 13:45-16:30
DirectionsCall
Suggest a correction
Source: OpenStreetMap

Entry rules for Japan passport holders

FranceVisa-free· 90 days

Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel. Source: Passport Index dataset (MIT), refreshed Nov 9, 2026.

Do citizens of Japan need a visa for France?Japan passport power

Get a notice when this rule changes

We are building e-mail notices for visa-rule changes. Leave your address and we will write when they start. We use it for nothing else. How we use your address

Document checklist: Japan → France

General guidance for a short trip. Requirements change, so confirm with the official sources linked below.

  • Passport valid for at least 3 months after you leave the Schengen area and issued within the last 10 years.
  • You can stay up to 90 days without a visa.
  • Return or onward ticket.
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation).
  • Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements of the last 3–6 months).
  • Travel medical insurance with at least €30,000 coverage valid in all Schengen countries.

Only use the official government portal. Many look-alike sites charge extra.

Apostille or legalisation?
Apostille is enough
Japan → France
Driving licence abroad
Carry an IDP (1949 Geneva format) with your national licence.
Japan → France

Applying for a visa? France missions in Japan

  • Embassy of France, TokyoEmbassy · TokyoSee all
    Schengen visa statistics at this consulate
    Year 2025
    Applications
    4,553
    Visas issued
    4,158
    Refused
    229
    Refusal rate
    5.2%
    Multiple-entry share: 24%
    Source: European Commission, visa statistics for consulates
  • French Embassy VillaEmbassySee all
    Schengen visa statistics at this consulate
    Year 2025
    Applications
    4,553
    Visas issued
    4,158
    Refused
    229
    Refusal rate
    5.2%
    Multiple-entry share: 24%
    Source: European Commission, visa statistics for consulates
  • Consulate General of France in KyotoConsulate General · Sakyō-kuSee all
    Schengen visa statistics at this consulate
    Year 2025
    Applications
    4,553
    Visas issued
    4,158
    Refused
    229
    Refusal rate
    5.2%
    Multiple-entry share: 24%
    Source: European Commission, visa statistics for consulates

Frequently asked questions

Is there an embassy of Japan in France?

Yes. Japan has 6 diplomatic mission(s) in France: Embassy (Paris), Consulate General (Strasbourg), Consulate General (Marseille), Consulate (6th arrondissement of Lyon), Permanent Mission (Paris), Permanent Mission (Paris).

Where is the Japan embassy in France?

The Japan embassy in France is in Paris.

Do citizens of Japan need a visa for France?

Visa-free (90 days). Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel.

How do I contact the Japan embassy in France?

Phone: +33 1 48 88 62 00. Email: info-fr@ps.mofa.go.jp. Website: https://www.fr.emb-japan.go.jp/.

Does Japan have consulates in France?

Yes: Consulate General (Strasbourg), Consulate General (Marseille), Consulate (6th arrondissement of Lyon), Permanent Mission (Paris), Permanent Mission (Paris).

What should I do if I lose my passport in France?

Report the loss to the local police (emergency: 112), then contact the Japan embassy or consulate in France for an emergency travel document. Bring ID copies and a police report.

What are the opening hours?

Mo-Fr 09:30-13:00,14:30-17:00