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Do citizens of Japan need a visa for France?

Visa-free· 90 days

No. Japan passport holders can enter France without a visa. The stay is limited to 90 days.

Entry rule
Visa-free
Length of stay
90 days
Where to get it
No visa needed
Last checked
Nov 9, 2026
Document checklist

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.

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.

France missions in Japan

EmbassyTokyo

Embassy of France, Tokyo

Data completeness75%
Address
4-11-44, Minami-Azabu, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Website
ambafrance-jp.org
Opening hours
Not yet verified
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
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Source: Wikidata Q2841652 · OpenStreetMapRecord updated: Apr 1, 2026
See all: France missions in Japan (3)

Japan missions in France

  • Embassy of Japan, ParisEmbassy · Paris · +33 1 48 88 62 00See all
  • Consulate General of Japan, StrasbourgConsulate General · StrasbourgSee all
  • Consulate General of Japan, MarseilleConsulate General · MarseilleSee all
  • Consulate of JapanConsulate · 6th arrondissement of Lyon · +33 4 37 47 55 00See all
Japan embassy & consulates in France

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Frequently asked questions

Do citizens of Japan need a visa for France?

No. Japan passport holders can enter France without a visa. The stay is limited to 90 days. Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel.

How long can citizens of Japan stay in France?

Up to 90 days per visit.

Where is the France embassy in Japan?

The France embassy in Japan is located at 4-11-44, Minami-Azabu, Minato-ku, Tokyo.