Age
From 18 until the day before turning 31
References: JP-FR-18
Japanese passport / Working Holiday
Working Holiday in France for Japanese citizens (2026)
Check the essential requirements, then follow the five stages to prepare your application and trip.
Governments can change visa requirements at any time. Always check the official government pages before applying.
Key facts at a glance
- Age
- From 18 until the day before turning 31Learn moreReferences: JP-FR-18
- Length of stay
- Up to 12 monthsLearn moreReferences: JP-FR-18
- Initial funds
- To be confirmedLearn moreReferences: JP-FR-PLEDGE-18
- Visa fee
- To be confirmedLearn moreReferences: JP-FR-18
- Annual quota
- To be confirmedLearn moreReferences: JP-FR-18
- Application dates and timing
- To be confirmedLearn moreReferences: JP-FR-18
- Language
- To be confirmedLearn moreReferences: JP-FR-18
- Study
- To be confirmedLearn moreReferences: JP-FR-18
- Work
- Paid employment to supplement the holidayLearn moreReferences: JP-FR-18
Japan →FranceWorking Holiday in France for Japanese citizens (2026)
Requirements, application steps and preparation before departure.
Step 1
Check requirements and language preparation
Length of stay
Up to 12 months
References: JP-FR-18
Initial funds
The current Japanese numerical threshold is unconfirmed here. The signed undertaking says financial evidence includes round-trip airfare and requires preserving return funds.
References: JP-FR-PLEDGE-18
Visa fee
Not confirmed in this research. Check with the authority before booking or applying.
References: JP-FR-18
Annual quota
Not confirmed in this research. Check with the authority before booking or applying.
References: JP-FR-18
Application dates and timing
Not confirmed in this research. Check with the authority before booking or applying.
References: JP-FR-18
Language
Not confirmed in this research. Check with the authority before booking or applying.
References: JP-FR-18
Explore language courses →Passport
Follow the Japan filing instructions.
References: JP-FR-FILING-18
Insurance
Not confirmed in this research. Check with the authority before booking or applying.
References: JP-FR-18
Documents and participation
Translate Japanese documents into French or English. The Working Holiday form itself may be completed in Japanese, French or English.
References: JP-FR-FILING-18 JP-FR-FORM-18
Step 2
Apply through the official route
- Check Japanese age and Japan filing requirements and obtain your individual France-Visas checklist.
- Complete and sign the form and return-funds undertaking and assemble originals, A4 copies and required translations.
- Attend your appointment personally at the French Embassy in Tokyo with documents and biometrics.
- Follow the decision and passport-return instructions and check the actual visa’s dates, wording and arrival formalities.
Step 3
Read your approval and entry conditions
Read the entire approval notice: identity, dates, entry deadline and conditions. Keep it available offline. Do not assume the visa starts on your preferred date.
Step 4
Get ready for the trip
Obtain bank evidence after checking the current Japanese threshold and issue conditions. Distinguish evidence including round-trip airfare from preserving return funds, and confirm insurance and fees from your individual checklist.
- Passport, visa and requested evidence accessible offline.
- Initial funds, insurance and departure costs checked separately.
- First accommodation and airport transport arranged.
Step 5
Start your Working Holiday
Carry passport, visa and application evidence and follow the exact visa issued. Distinguish incidental Working Holiday employment from student or other long-stay visa rules.
Work
Paid employment to supplement the holiday
Study
Course permission is not confirmed. Check the proposed course and suitable immigration permission with the French consulate before enrolling or paying.
Explore language courses →Language courses · commercial service
Plan a language course for your trip.
Through ViveCampus you can request language-course quotes with international-student discounts. Offers may vary by your country of origin and destination. A personalized quote confirms available discounts and the final price. Booking a course does not guarantee a visa.
Course permission is not confirmed. Check the proposed course and suitable immigration permission with the French consulate before enrolling or paying.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I apply at 30?
France-Visas permits Japanese applicants until the day before the 31st birthday.
References: JP-FR-18
Explore language courses →Can I apply where I live abroad?
Japanese applicants must file in their country of nationality; Japan is not among the overseas-resident exceptions.
References: JP-FR-18
Can supporting documents stay in Japanese?
Translate Japanese supporting documents into French or English. The application form itself may be completed in Japanese.
References: JP-FR-FILING-18 JP-FR-FORM-18
Do funds concern living expenses only?
The Japanese undertaking says the evidence includes round-trip airfare and commits you to preserving return funds.
References: JP-FR-PLEDGE-18
Is prior work approval required?
Paid work incidental to the holiday is allowed without prior French administrative approval.
References: JP-FR-18
Can I use the student section’s processing time?
No. Student procedures and their times do not establish Working Holiday processing guarantees.
References: JP-FR-FILING-18
Official sources
Source check dates are listed individually below. Rules may change after a check; always confirm current requirements with the official government authority.
2026-10-16 · Governments can change visa requirements at any time. Always check the official government pages before applying.
FR · France-Visas - Young travellers
Read the official instructions ↗2026-10-18 · Governments can change visa requirements at any time. Always check the official government pages before applying.
JP-FR-18 · France-Visas - Young travellers
Read the official instructions ↗2026-10-18 · Governments can change visa requirements at any time. Always check the official government pages before applying.
JP-FR-FILING-18 · France-Visas - filing in Japan
Read the official instructions ↗2026-10-18 · Governments can change visa requirements at any time. Always check the official government pages before applying.
JP-FR-PLEDGE-18 · French Embassy Japan - Working Holiday undertaking
Read the official instructions ↗2026-10-18 · Governments can change visa requirements at any time. Always check the official government pages before applying.