Georgia (formerly Georgia) travel advisories

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Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs International Safety Information
Travel advisories Updated on May 9, 2025, 4:17 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

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COVID-19 risks

Oct. 19, 2022, midnight

In light of the general improvement in the global infection situation and the fact that the G7 countries have already canceled the designation of levels by country and region, all the new coronavirus infectious disease risk information was 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.

Local and national news

Information for the past 30 days.

[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.

Alert regarding measles overseas

March 28, 2025, midnight Wide area information (infectious diseases)
● Measles outbreaks have been reported overseas, and there is a risk of contracting measles at your travel destination.
● If you are traveling abroad, check your vaccination history, and if you do not have a record of having received routine vaccinations, consider getting vaccinated in advance.

[Wide-area information] Notice of consultation desk regarding special fraud cases

Feb. 25, 2025, midnight wide area information
We will issue a "Notice regarding consultation desk for special fraud cases."

Travel advisories from local embassies and consulates

Information from the past two weeks.

Information on large-scale rallies and demonstrations

May 9, 2025, 2 a.m.
[Contents]
●There is information that a rally and demonstration is planned for the evening and night of Friday, May 9th in the center of Tbilisi, and it may be large-scale.
Places where rallies and demonstrations are likely to take place
・Europe Square
・Kote Marjanishvili Square
・Republic Square (formerly Rose Revolution Square)
・Avlabari Square
・Around the parliament
●So far, rallies and demonstrations have resulted in many injuries, and demonstrators, including foreigners, have been arrested by security forces.
●There is a risk of being caught up in unexpected incidents or accidents, or being arrested by security authorities. Please be careful not to approach rallies or demonstrations carelessly.
●Rallies and demonstrations may take place at other times and in cities other than Tbilisi. For your safety, please make an effort to gather the latest information through local news etc.

※※Please also refer to the following information※※
"Ministry of Foreign Affairs Overseas Safety Homepage" (Georgia Spot Information)
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/info/pcspotinfo_2024C051.html

【please】
If you have friends or relatives who have not registered for Tabi-Reji or have filed a residence notification, please encourage them to register using the link below.
Tabi-Regi (Travel Register) for travelers
https://www.ezairyu.mofa.go.jp/tabireg/index.html
《Residency notification》For long-term residents
https://www.ezairyu.mofa.go.jp/RRnet/agree.html
*If you have already submitted a residence notification and there are any changes to the details of your notification, please update it online.

If you encounter an accident or emergency, please immediately report it to the police, fire department, or ambulance [112].

[Email sender]
Embassy of Japan in Georgia Tel: (+995-32)275-2111
Email: consular@tb.mofa.go.jp
Address: 64b Ilia Chavchavadze Avenue, Tbilisi 0162 (9th floor) Georgia
HP: https://www.ge.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/Consular_top_page_J_20180214.html
※※Georgia Safety Guide※※
https://www.ge.emb-japan.go.jp/files/100564938.pdf

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[Safety Information] What to do if you encounter a bomb threat

May 8, 2025, 5:55 p.m.
[Main text]
Georgia has had repeated bomb threats against commercial facilities, schools, airports, and other locations.
If you happen to be at such a scene or are contacted by the manager of a facility,
● Do not approach the target facilities
● Act calmly without panicking
● Follow instructions from facility managers, security guards, police, etc. and evacuate promptly.
If you notice anything unusual, do not approach and get away from the scene as much as possible.
● Considering the possibility that general social media and posting sites may contain false information that deliberately stirs up anxiety, do not easily trust information on the Internet and do not spread it.
Please take the following safety measures:

※For more information on the "terrorism and kidnapping situation" in Georgia, please see the following (Ministry of Foreign Affairs website)※
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/info/pcterror_200.html

※Basic safety measures when traveling abroad※
"Overseas Safety Cheat Sheet" (PDF)
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/pamph/pdf/toranomaki.pdf

【please】
If you have friends or relatives who have not registered for Tabi-Reji or have filed a residence notification, please encourage them to register using the link below.
Tabi-Regi (Travel Register) for travelers
https://www.ezairyu.mofa.go.jp/tabireg/index.html
《Residency notification》For long-term residents
https://www.ezairyu.mofa.go.jp/RRnet/agree.html
*If you have already submitted a residence notification and there are any changes to the details of your notification, please update it online.

*If you encounter an accident or emergency, immediately report it to the police, fire department, or ambulance [112].

[Email sender]
Embassy of Japan in Georgia Tel: (+995-32)275-2111
Email: consular@tb.mofa.go.jp
Address: 64b Ilia Chavchavadze Avenue, Tbilisi 0162 (9th floor) Georgia
HP: https://www.ge.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/Consular_top_page_J_20180214.html
※※Georgia Safety Guide※※
https://www.ge.emb-japan.go.jp/files/100564938.pdf

*If you have completed the simple registration for Tabi-Regi and would like to stop receiving emails, please follow the procedure to stop receiving emails from the URL below.
https://www.ezairyu.mofa.go.jp/tabireg/simple/delete

[Safety Information] Safety precautions when traveling to Georgia

May 7, 2025, 4:40 p.m.
[Contents]
●Every year during the tourist season, there tends to be an increase in crimes targeting tourists and excessive taxi charges.
・At airports, stations, and subways
・Around Freedom Square, Old Town
Please be especially careful in areas with a lot of tourists.

Recent examples of damage
・My wallet and passport were stolen while I was on the subway.
・My smartphone was stolen from my bag in the arrival lobby at the airport.
・My smartphone was stolen at a late-night bar
*Apparently expensive smartphones tend to be targeted.
- I took a taxi from the airport, or got into a car with someone claiming to be a driver for the ride-hailing app "Bolt" while showing my smartphone screen at the airport, and was charged a high fare.
・My cash was stolen by someone staying in the same hostel room as me.
・I invited a foreigner I happened to know into my hotel room, but he suddenly punched me and robbed me of my cash.

Please be careful to keep essential travel items such as your passport, credit cards, and smartphone close to you at all times to avoid loss or theft.

●You may also be asked to show identification to police officers on the street. Make sure you always carry your passport or residence permit (card) with you when you go out.

*Please refer here for basic safety precautions when traveling abroad*
"Overseas Safety Cheat Sheet" (PDF)
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/pamph/pdf/toranomaki.pdf

【please】
If you have friends or relatives who have not registered for Tabi-Reji or have filed a residence notification, please encourage them to register using the link below.
Tabi-Regi (Travel Register) for travelers
https://www.ezairyu.mofa.go.jp/tabireg/index.html
《Residency notification》For long-term residents
https://www.ezairyu.mofa.go.jp/RRnet/agree.html
*If you have already submitted a residence notification and there are any changes to the details of your notification, please update it online.

If you encounter an accident or emergency, please immediately report it to the police, fire department, or ambulance [112].

[Email sender]
Embassy of Japan in Georgia Tel: (+995-32)275-2111
Email: consular@tb.mofa.go.jp
Address: 64b Ilia Chavchavadze Avenue, Tbilisi 0162 (9th floor) Georgia
HP: https://www.ge.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/Consular_top_page_J_20180214.html
※※Georgia Safety Guide※※
https://www.ge.emb-japan.go.jp/files/100564938.pdf

*If you have completed the simple registration for Tabi-Regi and would like to stop receiving emails, please follow the procedure to stop receiving emails from the URL below.
https://www.ezairyu.mofa.go.jp/tabireg/simple/delete

Rally and demonstration information

May 4, 2025, 2 a.m.
[Contents]
●There is information that a demonstration is planned for the afternoon of Sunday, May 4th around the Georgian Ministry of Internal Affairs (38 Noe Ramishvili St.).
●Previous demonstrations and rallies have resulted in many injuries, and demonstrators, including foreigners, have been detained by security forces.
●There is a risk of being caught up in unexpected incidents or accidents, or being detained by security authorities. Please be careful not to approach demonstrations or other events carelessly.
●Demonstrations may also take place on the main road (Kakheti Highway) leading to Tbilisi International Airport, so if you are planning to travel to the airport during this time, we recommend that you allow yourself plenty of time just to be safe.
●To ensure your safety, please make sure to gather the latest information through local news, etc.

※※Please also refer to the information below.
"Ministry of Foreign Affairs Overseas Safety Homepage" (Georgia Spot Information)
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/info/pcspotinfo_2024C051.html
"Georgia Safety Guide"
https://www.ge.emb-japan.go.jp/files/100564938.pdf

【please】
If you have friends or relatives who have not registered for Tabi-Reji or have filed a residence notification, please encourage them to register using the link below.
Tabi-Regi (Travel Register) for travelers
https://www.ezairyu.mofa.go.jp/tabireg/index.html
《Residency notification》For long-term residents
https://www.ezairyu.mofa.go.jp/RRnet/agree.html
*If you have already submitted a residence notification and there are any changes to the details of your notification, please update it online.
If you encounter an accident or emergency, please immediately report it to the police, fire department, or ambulance [112].

[Email sender]
Embassy of Japan in Georgia Tel: (+995-32)275-2111
Email: consular@tb.mofa.go.jp
Address: 64b Ilia Chavchavadze Avenue, Tbilisi 0162 (9th floor) Georgia
HP: https://www.ge.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/Consular_top_page_J_20180214.html
※※Georgia Safety Guide※※
https://www.ge.emb-japan.go.jp/files/100564938.pdf

*If you have completed the simple registration for Tabi-Regi and would like to stop receiving emails, please follow the procedure to stop receiving emails from the URL below.
https://www.ezairyu.mofa.go.jp/tabireg/simple/delete