Do I need a visa to travel to Japan?
No, French citizens don't need a visa for a tourist stay of less than 90 days in Japan. A valid passport and a return ticket are sufficient. Beyond 90 days, a visa application is mandatory.
Short stays: no visa required
For tourist stays under 90 days, no visa is required. You simply need to present:
- A valid passport (biometric or not) until your return date
- A return ticket mandatory
Long stays: visa required
To extend your trip beyond 90 days, a visa application is necessary. The file must be submitted in person to the Japanese embassy or consulate.
Required documents
- Completed and signed questionnaire
- Accommodation certificate (hotel, hostel or other establishment)
- Recent identity photo (less than 6 months old)
- Work certificate + income tax return
- Bank statements for the last 3 months
- Original and copy of passport
- Original and copy of residence permit
- Residence plan form
To remember
The complete and updated list of documents is available on the official website of the Japanese embassy in France.