🇩🇪Germany Visa for Japanese Citizens2026 Requirements, Fees & Documents

Visa-free90 days max stay

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

Visa-free for short stays up to 90 days in any 180-day period. May also obtain residence permit after entry.

Entering Germany on a Japanese passport

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

Do Japanese citizens need a visa for Germany?

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

How long can Japanese citizens stay in Germany?

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

What documents do Japanese citizens need for Germany?

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

For Japanese citizens

Visa for Germany