Latvia travel advisories

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Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs International Safety Information
Travel advisories Updated on Dec. 23, 2024, 4:14 a.m.
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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

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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.

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.

March 25, 2020, midnight

感染がさらに拡大する可能性があるので,最新情報を入手し,感染予防に努めてください。

Local and national news

Information for the past 30 days.

Warning about special fraud cases (How to avoid becoming a perpetrator (Part 2))

Dec. 16, 2024, midnight wide area information
We would like to provide you with a warning about special fraud cases (How to avoid becoming a perpetrator (Part 2)).

Alert for terrorism in Europe and the US

Dec. 9, 2024, midnight wide area information
During holiday and event seasons such as Christmas and New Year, there are increased gatherings and movements of people, which raises concerns that the possibility of terrorist attacks increases.
* In recent years, terrorist attacks have been occurring frequently in Europe and the United States, targeting places where security and surveillance are weak and where many ordinary citizens gather (soft targets). In particular, areas near tourist facilities, event venues, restaurants, hotels, shopping malls, public transportation, religious facilities, etc. are prone to terrorist attacks, so caution is required at all times.
○ Always make an effort to obtain the latest information and take sufficient precautions to ensure your safety.

Warning about special fraud (to avoid becoming a victim)

Nov. 29, 2024, midnight wide area information
We will issue wide-area information on special frauds.

Caution regarding protests and other activities related to the situation in the Middle East

Oct. 5, 2024, midnight wide area information
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Travel advisories from local embassies and consulates

Information from the past two weeks.

Warning about general crimes and terrorism during the New Year period

Dec. 13, 2024, 9:06 p.m.
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1. During holiday and event seasons such as Christmas and the New Year, people gather and travel more, increasing the likelihood of theft and other incidents, as well as terrorist attacks.

2 In Latvia, there have been many incidents of pickpocketing and bag snatching, especially around Riga Station and the Central Market. In high-crime areas, take all possible crime prevention measures, such as keeping an eye on your belongings, holding backpacks or other bags in front of you, and not walking while holding valuables such as wallets or smartphones, and be careful of suspicious people around you. Also, during the Christmas season, be careful of fraudulent messages pretending to be from delivery companies saying things like "your package could not be delivered." It is important to respond carefully, such as by not clicking on links in messages easily, but by confirming the facts with the sender's official office, etc.

3. In recent years, in Europe and the United States, there have been frequent terrorist attacks targeting places where security and surveillance are weak and where many ordinary citizens gather (soft targets). In particular, areas near tourist facilities, event venues, restaurants, hotels, shopping malls, public transportation, religious facilities, etc. are prone to terrorist attacks and require constant vigilance.

Please see the link below for details.
(PC)==> https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/info/pcwideareaspecificinfo_2024C052.html

4. In order to avoid becoming involved in unforeseen incidents such as crimes or terrorist attacks, please continue to collect information on public safety and security measures, and take even greater care to ensure your personal safety.

Embassy of Japan in Latvia Consular Homepage
https://www.lv.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/consular_index.html
"Safety measures for overseas travel" leaflet
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/pamph/pamph_10.html
"Overseas Safety Channel Ryoan Overseas Safety "Tips and Tricks" Video Edition"
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/anzen_info/toranomaki_movie.html

5. The Embassy will be closed on the following days during the New Year holidays.
December 21 (Sat) - December 26 (Thu) and December 28 (Sat) - January 5 (Sun)
(We will be open as usual on Friday, December 27th.)
https://www.lv.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/embassy_holiday.html

December 13, 2024

Embassy of Japan in Latvia (Main) +371-6781-2001
(e-mail) consular@rg.mofa.go.jp