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.
Local and national news
Information for the past 30 days.
Table of contents
- June 22, 2025, midnight Calling attention to the situation in the Middle East (part 2)
- June 13, 2025, midnight Calling attention to the situation in the Middle East
- May 21, 2025, midnight Rabies Alert (Updated)
- April 30, 2025, midnight [Wide Area Information] Warning about international romance scams
- April 30, 2025, midnight Warning about the smuggling of illegal drugs (marijuana, etc.)
- April 25, 2025, midnight Caution regarding measles overseas during the Golden Week holidays
Calling attention to the situation in the Middle East (part 2)
June 22, 2025, midnight wide area information
●On June 22, US President Trump revealed that the US military had attacked three Iranian nuclear facilities.
●The exchange of attacks between Israel and Iran has resulted in numerous casualties, including civilians, on both sides, and may have led to the closure of airspace and airports in other countries as well.
The possibility of a rapid escalation of the situation in the Middle East cannot be ruled out. Iran's Foreign Minister stated that Iran reserves all options to defend its sovereignty, interests and people.
During your stay in the area, please make every effort to ensure your own safety by checking the latest information, including the situation surrounding U.S. military facilities, from multiple sources. If you encounter an unforeseen incident while in the area, please contact the local Japanese diplomatic mission.
Calling attention to the situation in the Middle East
June 13, 2025, midnight wide area information
●On June 13th (local time), the Israeli Ministry of Defense declared a state of emergency across Israel, citing Israel's preemptive strike against Iran and the expectation of missile and drone attacks against Israel and its civilians in the near future. On the same day, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu announced that a military operation against Iran had been carried out, and that the operation would continue until the threat was eliminated.
●As the situation in the Middle East may rapidly deteriorate, please make efforts to ensure your own safety by checking the latest information, including flight information.
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.
Travel advisories from local embassies and consulates
Information from the past two weeks.
Obtaining an e-Visa when entering Jordan by land
June 23, 2025, 8:25 p.m.
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(1) Until now, Japanese nationals were not required to obtain a visa in advance to enter Jordan, and could obtain a stay visa (arrival visa) through simplified procedures upon entering the country.
(2) On June 18, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Migration Affairs of Jordan notified all countries that it will require all people entering Jordan by land to obtain an electronic visa (e-VISA) in advance in order to facilitate immigration procedures, in response to the increase in people entering Jordan by land due to the recent tense situations in the region between Israel and Iran.
(3) If you are entering Jordan by land, be sure to check the latest entry procedures and obtain an electronic visa in advance.
(Reference: How to apply for an e-VISA for Jordan)
●Access the following website, visit the website or download the app, and perform the following operations.
https://eservices.moi.gov.jo/MOI_EVISA/faces/Pages/Runnables/login.jsf
●Select Create New Account at the bottom left of the screen that appears and create an account.
●After creating your account, log in and select Create New Application.
●Enter the information required for the electronic visa (entrance visa) application by following the instructions on the screen.
●Japanese nationals (Japanese passport holders) are exempt from the fee (free of charge), but depending on the applicant's nationality, a fee may be charged and payment must be made electronically (Visa, Mastercard, AMEX).
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Embassy of Japan in Jordan Consular and Security Section TEL: 962-6-593-2005
FAX:962-6-593-1006
PO Box. 2835 Amman 11181 Jordan
consular@am.mofa.go.jp
https://www.jordan.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
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[Important] Warning about Israeli attack on Iran (Part 4)
June 22, 2025, 8:50 p.m.
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The two countries have been exchanging attacks since the Israeli attack on Iran on June 13. Injuries have been reported in Jordan due to falling debris. On the 22nd, the United States announced that it had attacked nuclear facilities in Iran.
2. We cannot rule out the possibility that the situation may rapidly worsen in the future. Please continue to collect the latest information from Jordanian government announcements and media reports in preparation for any unforeseen circumstances, and make efforts to ensure the safety of yourself and your family. Please obtain information from official sources.
3. Jordan operates an emergency warning (siren) system, and if an emergency warning is sounded due to a missile launch or other event, authorities urge citizens to act in accordance with emergency guidelines.
Please remain vigilant at all times and if you hear an emergency alert, remain calm and follow the relevant guidelines.
[For details on the emergency guidelines, please see the "Notice from the Embassy" dated June 13th.]
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/od/ryojiMailDetail.html?keyCd=157701
4. Currently, Jordan's travel level is "Level 1 (take great caution)" with some exceptions, but the exchange of attacks between Israel and Iran has affected commercial flight operations at Queen Alia International Airport. If the situation worsens further, the possibility of suspending commercial flights currently operating cannot be ruled out.
5. If you wish to leave the country, please consider doing so while commercial flights within Jordan are operating. In preparation for any unforeseen circumstances, please make an effort to obtain the latest information from announcements by the Jordanian government, Petra News Agency, Royal News, etc., and act with the highest priority on the safety of yourself and your family. Please obtain information from official sources.
6 (To those who have submitted a Residence Notification) Please take this opportunity to check that the telephone number and email address on the Residence Notification you have submitted are up to date (you can check your registration status from the "Notification of Changes" menu on the online Residence Notification). Also, if you will be leaving Jordan for a temporary return to Japan, etc., please reply to this email to inform the Consular Section of our Consulate of your intended period of stay. ********************************************************************
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Embassy of Japan in Jordan Consular and Security Section TEL: 962-6-593-2005
FAX:962-6-593-1006
PO Box. 2835 Amman 11181 Jordan
consular@am.mofa.go.jp
https://www.jordan.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
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