Russia travel advisories

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Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs International Safety Information
Travel advisories Updated on May 15, 2025, 4:24 a.m.
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Evacuate country & 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.

[Warning] Military parades on Victory Day (May 9th)

May 8, 2025, 10:40 a.m.
May 9th is Victory Day in Russia, and security has been stepped up in Vladivostok and other cities as the annual military parade is planned.
This year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory over Nazi Germany, and there is growing enthusiasm to celebrate these events in a more grand manner than usual. However, caution is advised as large numbers of people are expected to gather.
Furthermore, there were consecutive drone attacks aimed at Moscow on May 5, 6, and 7 (local time in Moscow). As there is a possibility that these will continue in the future, we ask all Japanese nationals to be mindful of their surroundings to avoid being caught up in any unforeseen incidents.
Please make an effort to obtain the latest security information through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' Overseas Safety Website, news reports, consular emails, etc., and be sure to take appropriate and sufficient safety measures according to the situation.

[Contact Information]
Consulate-General of Japan in Vladivostok
Tel: +7(423)226-7481
Email: ryouji@vl.mofa.go.jp
HP: http://www.vladivostok.ru.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html

[Warning] Military parades on Victory Day (May 9th)

May 7, 2025, 11:35 p.m.
May 9th is Victory Day in Russia, and security has been stepped up in St. Petersburg for the annual military parade scheduled to take place on Palace Square.
This year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory over Nazi Germany, and there is growing enthusiasm to celebrate these events in a more grand manner than usual. However, caution is advised as large numbers of people are expected to gather.
Furthermore, there were consecutive drone attacks aimed at Moscow on May 5, 6, and 7. As there is a possibility that these will continue in the future, we ask all Japanese nationals to be fully aware of their surroundings so as not to become caught up in any unforeseen incidents.
Please make an effort to obtain the latest security information through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' Overseas Safety Website, news reports, consular emails, etc., and be sure to take appropriate and sufficient safety measures according to the situation.

[Contact Information]
Consulate-General of Japan in St. Petersburg
Consulate-General of Japan in Saint-Petersburg, Consulate Section
Address: 30 Millionnaya St.,St.Petersburg, Russia 191186
Tel: +7(812)336-76-73
Fax: +7(812)710-69-70
Homepage: http://www.st-petersburg.ru.emb-japan.go.jp/indexjp.htm
Email: ryoji@px.mofa.go.jp

[Warning] Military parades on Victory Day (May 9th)

May 7, 2025, 10:10 p.m.
May 9th is Victory Day in Russia, and security has been stepped up in Moscow for the traditional military parade scheduled to take place in Red Square.
This year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory over Nazi Germany, and there is growing enthusiasm to celebrate these events in a more grand manner than usual. However, caution is advised as large numbers of people are expected to gather.
Furthermore, there were consecutive drone attacks aimed at Moscow on May 5, 6, and 7. As there is a possibility that these will continue in the future, we ask all Japanese nationals to be fully aware of their surroundings so as not to become caught up in any unforeseen incidents.
Please make an effort to obtain the latest security information through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' Overseas Safety Website, news reports, consular emails, etc., and be sure to take appropriate and sufficient safety measures according to the situation.

[Contact Information]
Consular Section of the Embassy of Japan in Russia Tel: (495) 229-2520
Email: ryojijp@mw.mofa.go.jp
Website: http://www.ru.emb-japan.go.jp/japan/index.html

[Warning] Military parades on Victory Day (May 9th)

May 5, 2025, 2:20 p.m.
●戦勝記念日である5月9日に向けてユジノサハリンスク市内では交通規制などを含め、警備全般が強化されています。
●本年は戦後80周年であることから、例年にも増して排外的な動きが盛り上がる可能性がありますので注意が必要です。
●不測の事態に巻き込まれることがないよう、周囲の状況に十分ご留意ください。
●特にデモや集会、戦争支持イベント等が計画されている場所やその周辺地域には、安全のためにも近づかないようにしてください。

 5月9日はロシアにおける戦勝記念日であり、ユジノサハリンスク市内では、勝利広場や栄光広場を中心に軍事パレード等の行事が予定されており、大勢の人々が集まることが予想されます。
 特に本年は戦後80周年という節目の年であり、すでにこれにスポットを当てた報道が度々報じられ、市内では看板やポスター等の標示物の設置も散見されており、例年にも増して盛大にこれら戦勝記念イベントを祝う機運が高まりつつある中、排外的な動きが盛り上がる可能性がありますので注意が必要です。
 邦人の皆様におかれましては、不測の事態に巻き込まれることがないよう、周囲の状況に十分ご留意ください。特にデモや集会、戦争支持イベント等が計画されている場所やその周辺地域には、安全のためにも近づかないようにしてください。
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