France to Japan: No Visa Needed, Visa-Free 90 Days (2026)
France passport holders do not need a visa to enter Japan for short-term stays of up to 90 days (tourism, business meetings, transit).
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France
Visa-freeMaximum stay: 90 days
Required documents
- Valid passport
- Return or onward ticket (recommended)
Information is based on publicly available data as of 2026-09-05. Always confirm with the nearest Japanese embassy/consulate before travel.
Where France nationals apply
Applications are handled by the Japanese diplomatic mission with jurisdiction over your place of residence. These are the missions in France:
- Embassy of Japan↗
- Consulate-General in Marseille↗
- Consulate-General in Strasbourg↗
- Consular Office in Lyon↗
- Consular Office in Nouméa↗
Address and telephone
Embassy of Japan in France, 7, Avenue Hoche, 75008 Paris, France. Tel:(33-1)4888-6200 Consulate-General of Japan in Marseille, 132 Michelet, 132, boulevard Michelet 13008 Marseille, France. (Mailing Address: Consulat Général du Japon, 132, boulevard Michelet, B.P.30199, 13268 Marseille Cedex 08, France) Tel:(33-4)91-16-81-81 Consulate-General of Japan in Strasbourg, 20 Place des Halles, "Bureaux Europe", 67000 Strasbourg, France. Tel:(33-3)88-52-85-00 Consular Office of Japan in Noumea, Immeuble Le Norwich,11 rue Georges Baudoux 98800 Nouméa Nouvelle-Calédonie, France Tel : (+687) 24-18-55 Consular Office of Japan in Lyon, 131, boulevard de Stalingrad 69100 Villeurbanne, France Tel:(33-4)37-47-55-00Jurisdiction varies by prefecture/region of residence — confirm with the mission before applying.
Mission list from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan →
Other routes for France nationals
Beyond short-term entry, France passport holders may also be eligible for these residence routes.
Working Holiday
France has a bilateral working holiday arrangement with Japan.
Age 18–30 · up to 12 months · Annual cap: 1,500
See details →
Digital Nomad visa
France is on the eligible list for the Designated Activities (Digital Nomad) visa.
Up to 180 days · annual income of ¥10,000,000 or more required
See details →
Frequently asked questions
- How long can a France passport holder stay in Japan without a visa?
- France passport holders can stay in Japan for up to 90 days without a visa for short-term stays such as tourism.
- Are there any conditions on the visa exemption for France?
- No. France passport holders are covered by the standard visa exemption with no additional passport or registration requirements. A passport valid for the stay is sufficient.
- Can I extend my visa-free stay in Japan?
- In general, visa-free stays cannot be extended, but exceptions exist for some countries covered by bilateral agreements. Contact a Regional Immigration Bureau before your permitted stay expires.
- Can I work remotely on a visa-free stay?
- Short-term visa-free stays do not permit employment in Japan. For remote work, consider the Digital Nomad visa.