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.
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.
Caution regarding protests in Georgia
Dec. 3, 2024, midnight spot information
● In Georgia, since Prime Minister Kobakhidze announced on November 28 that the EU accession process will not begin until 2028, large-scale protests have been taking place every day, mainly in the city of Tbilisi, and in some areas there have been clashes between police and demonstrators, resulting in arrests and injuries.
● We cannot rule out the possibility that protests will expand further and unexpected incidents and accidents will occur, so for the time being, those who are already in Georgia or are considering traveling to Georgia should continue to gather information through the news and make efforts to ensure their own 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.
Travel advisories from local embassies and consulates
Information from the past two weeks.
[Warning] Demonstrations and rallies information
Jan. 10, 2025, 11:11 p.m.
[Contents]
Across Georgia, protests against the government are continuing every day in Tbilisi, Batumi, Kutaisi and other parts of the country.
●Previous demonstrations and rallies have resulted in numerous injuries and demonstrators, including foreigners, have been detained by security forces.
●There is a risk that you may become involved in an unexpected incident or accident, or be detained by the police. Please be careful not to become involved in demonstrations, etc.
●Please be especially careful in the following locations.
[Tbilisi city]
・Around the parliament
・Shota Rustaveli Avenue
・Rustaveli subway station
- Freedom Square and around the subway station
・Europe Square
・Republic Square
・Tbilisi Concert Hall area
・Heroes Square
・Tbilisi State University area
- Ilia Chavchavadze Avenue
・Ilia State University
・Around Marjanishvili subway station
*The demonstrations may spread to other locations and time periods.
●If you are planning to stay overnight or sightsee in the areas around Parliament, Rustaveli Avenue, Republic Square, and Freedom Square, where large-scale demonstrations are taking place every day, please make sure to ensure safety for the time being.
●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
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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※※
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[Warning] Information on rallies and demonstrations
Dec. 31, 2024, 6:16 p.m.
[Contents]
Across Georgia, protests against the government have been taking place every day in regional cities such as Tbilisi and Batumi.
●Today (December 31st), several protests are planned around the parliament and on Rustaveli Avenue in Tbilisi from late at night through New Year's Day (January 1st), and they may become large-scale.
●There have been continuing incidents of demonstrators being attacked and injured by thugs or detained by security forces.
●Please be careful not to approach rallies or demonstrations carelessly, as you may be involved in unexpected incidents or accidents.
●If you are planning to sightsee or stay overnight in the area around the Parliament or along Rustaveli Avenue, please be sure to check safety measures in advance.
●To ensure your safety, please make sure to gather the latest information through local news, etc.
*Please also refer to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Overseas Safety Website (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-Regi or filed a residence notification, please encourage them to do so 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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