Malaysia travel advisories

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Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs International Safety Information
Travel advisories Updated on June 21, 2025, 4:16 a.m.
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Do not travel

The following information has been provided by the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The information is subject to change without notice. This is not a comprehensive list, and you are urged to check the most up-to-date information and details.

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Entry information for travelers from Japan

No information available

COVID-19 risks

Oct. 19, 2022, midnight

In light of the fact that the global infection situation is generally improving, and that G7 countries have already stopped designating levels by country and region, all the new coronavirus infectious disease risk information will be issued on October 19. The world is uniformly set to level 1 (please be careful).

Aug. 24, 2022, midnight

On August 24, the infectious disease risk information for 41 countries was changed from level 3 (recommendation to avoid travel) to level 2 (please refrain from non-essential travel), and the infectious disease risk information for 55 countries/regions was changed to level 2. The level has been lowered from (Please refrain from unnecessary and non-urgent travel) to Level 1 (Please be careful).

July 25, 2022, midnight

On July 23, Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus of the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the global outbreak of monkeypox a "public health emergency of international concern." According to the WHO, more than 16,000 cases of monkeypox infection in 75 countries and regions have been reported so far, and the infection is spreading worldwide.

July 1, 2022, midnight

Although the infection status of the new corona varies depending on the situation in each country and region, the risk of death and aggravation has decreased, and deregulation at the water's edge and in Japan has also been seen, especially in countries where vaccination is progressing worldwide. I'm on the way. Based on these trends, the infectious disease risk information level is now available after comprehensively considering the actual conditions of each country / region, such as the status of infection, vaccination status, infectious disease control / medical system, and status of various measures in each country / region. Was reviewed.

May 26, 2022, midnight

Although the infection status of the new corona varies depending on the situation in each country and region, the number of new infections and deaths is declining worldwide, and the risk of death and aggravation is mainly in countries where vaccination is progressing. Is declining, and regulations are being relaxed at the water's edge and in Japan. Based on these trends, the infectious disease risk information level is now available after comprehensively considering the actual conditions of each country / region, such as the status of infection, vaccination status, infectious disease control / medical system, and status of various measures in each country / region. Was reviewed.

April 1, 2022, midnight

The level of infectious disease risk information should be reviewed after comprehensively considering the actual situation of each country / region, such as the number of newly infected people in each country / region, vaccination status, infectious disease control / medical system, and status of various measures. It was made. As a result, infectious disease risk information has been reduced from Level 3 "Recommendation for suspension of travel" to Level 2 "Please stop unnecessary and unurgent travel" in 106 countries.

Nov. 29, 2021, midnight

As the infection may spread further, please be informed and try to prevent the infection.

Nov. 29, 2021, midnight

As the infection may spread further, please be informed and try to prevent the infection.

Aug. 13, 2021, midnight

As the infection may spread further, please obtain the latest information and try to prevent the infection.

May 18, 2021, midnight

Coronavirus infections are still spreading worldwide, with more than 160 million confirmed infections and more than 3 million deaths worldwide. Although the number of infected people is decreasing in North America and Europe, the situation continues to require caution, such as the remarkable spread of infection in South Asia.
Based on this situation, the infectious disease risk information level in Cambodia, Sri Lanka, Seychelles, Saint Lucia, Thailand, East Timor, and Mongolia has been newly set to Level 2 by comprehensively considering various situations including the deterioration of the infection situation. "Please stop unnecessary and unurgent travel" has been raised to Level 3 "Travel Cancellation Recommendation".

Oct. 30, 2020, midnight

As the infection may spread further, please obtain the latest information and try to prevent the infection.

Local and national news

Information for the past 30 days.

Caution during typhoon season (Sea of Japan, North Pacific Ocean, South China Sea, etc.)

May 30, 2025, midnight wide area information
● In countries and regions bordering the Sea of Japan, the Northwest Pacific Ocean, and the South China Sea, typhoon season usually runs from June to November. Please pay close attention to meteorological information on a daily basis and take precautions in advance, such as stockpiling disaster prevention supplies, drinking water, and food.

Rabies Alert (Updated)

May 21, 2025, midnight Wide area information (infectious diseases)
Updated information on rabies.
Although there are no unusual circumstances such as an increase in the number of cases, rabies is still occurring around the world, mainly in Asia and Africa, so please continue to be vigilant.

[Wide Area Information] Warning about international romance scams

April 30, 2025, midnight wide area information
We would like to warn you about international romance scams.

Warning about the smuggling of illegal drugs (marijuana, etc.)

April 30, 2025, midnight wide area information
We would like to warn you about the smuggling of illegal drugs (marijuana, etc.).

Caution regarding measles overseas during the Golden Week holidays

April 25, 2025, midnight Wide area information (infectious diseases)
● Measles outbreaks have been reported overseas.
● If you are planning to travel abroad during the long holiday period, please check the relevant information again.

Alert regarding Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS)

April 24, 2025, midnight Wide area information (infectious diseases)
● Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS), a severe respiratory infection, has been occurring sporadically in the Middle East.
● When visiting the Middle East, please take sufficient precautions to avoid infection.

Travel advisories from local embassies and consulates

Information from the past two weeks.

Caution during Sabah Anti-Corruption 2.0 Peace Rally

June 20, 2025, 1:35 p.m.


Consular Office of Japan in Kota Kinabalu Address: No. 18, Jalan Aru, Tanjung Aru, 88100,
Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia.
Phone:60-88-254169
FAX:60-88-236632
Email: ryoji@kl.mofa.go.jp
Website: https://www.kotakinabalu.my.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html

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Caution regarding demonstrations taking place near the U.S. Embassy

June 20, 2025, 11:55 a.m.
【reference】
Warning from the U.S. Embassy in Malaysia: https://my.usembassy.gov/planned-demonstration-near-us-embassy-kuala-lumpur-june-20-2025/

(Contact details for local embassy)
〇Embassy of Japan in Malaysia
Address: No.11, Persiaran Stonor, Off Jalan Tun Razak, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Phone: (03) 2177-2600 (main)
Website: https://www.my.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html

Consular Office of Japan in Kota Kinabalu Tel: (60-88) 254169
Website: http://www.kotakinabalu.my.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html

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Alerting people to sexual assaults on women overseas

June 19, 2025, 4:15 p.m.
【reference】
Overseas Japanese Case File | Vol. 58 "Discretion" saves women from crisis https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/jikenbo/jikenbo58.html

Incidents of Japanese people abroad | Vol.46 Kind foreigners. Among the delicacies served were...
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/jikenbo/jikenbo46.html

Incidents of Japanese Nationals Abroad | Vol.53 Be careful if someone speaks to you in Japanese!
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/jikenbo/jikenbo53.html

Overseas Japanese Case Files | Vol. 57 Taxi driver turns into robber https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/jikenbo/jikenbo57.html

Overseas Japanese Incidents | Vol.61 Don't let your guard down even in a hotel https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/jikenbo/jikenbo61.html

Overseas Safety Theater | Why are you being targeted? (Traps waiting for women / Examples of clever talk / Robbery with sleeping pills)
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/video/video01.html

(Contact details for local embassy)
〇Embassy of Japan in Malaysia
Address: No.11, Persiaran Stonor, Off Jalan Tun Razak, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Phone: (03) 2177-2600 (main)
Website: https://www.my.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html

Consular Office of Japan in Kota Kinabalu Tel: (60-88) 254169
Website: http://www.kotakinabalu.my.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html

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Warning about the so-called "Show me your money" scam

June 19, 2025, 4:10 p.m.
[Major cases]
・A man who said he was from Dubai approached me near the Twin Towers and asked to see some Japanese yen. The man looked into my wallet and desperately tried to touch some Japanese banknotes (no one was harmed).
- In a convenience store in Kuala Lumpur, a Caucasian man approached the victim and said, "I'm going to Japan soon, so can you show me a 10,000 yen note?" (No one was harmed).
- Near Chinatown in Kuala Lumpur, a Middle Eastern man approached the victim in Japanese and asked questions such as "Are you Japanese?", "We are planning to visit Japan next month", and "Who is depicted on Japanese banknotes?", and persistently demanded to see some money (no victim).

(Contact details for local embassy)
〇Embassy of Japan in Malaysia
Address: No.11, Persiaran Stonor, Off Jalan Tun Razak, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Phone: (03) 2177-2600 (main)
Website: https://www.my.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html

Consular Office of Japan in Kota Kinabalu Tel: (60-88) 254169
Website: http://www.kotakinabalu.my.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html

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