🇫🇷France Visa for Japanese Citizens2026 Requirements, Fees & Documents

Visa-free90 days max stay

No — Japanese passport holders do not need a visa for France. Entry is visa-free for up to 90 days as of 2026.

Visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period per EU Regulation 2018/1806 Annex II.

Entering France on a Japanese passport

→ Travel with just your valid Japanese passport. No visa or prior application needed.

Do Japanese citizens need a visa for France?

No — Japanese passport holders do not need a visa for France. Entry is visa-free for up to 90 days as of 2026.

How long can Japanese citizens stay in France?

Japanese passport holders can stay in France for up to 90 days per entry under the current visa-free arrangement.

What documents do Japanese citizens need for France?

A valid passport is all Japanese citizens need for a short visa-free visit (up to 90 days).

For Japanese citizens

Visa for France