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.
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.
Lifting of infectious disease risk information for Mpox
Sept. 12, 2025, midnight Wide area information (infectious diseases)
●The infectious disease risk information level 1 (take extreme caution) regarding Mpox issued for the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, Uganda, the Republic of the Congo, and the Central African Republic will be lifted.
●Sporadical infections are still being seen around the world, so please stay up to date on the infection situation in your destination and take measures to prevent infection.
Travel advisories from local embassies and consulates
Information from the past two weeks.
The 5th Red Sea Film Festival to be held in Jeddah
Nov. 19, 2025, 4:40 p.m.
The 5th Red Sea Film Festival (https://redseafilmfest.com/en/) will be held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia from Thursday, December 4th to Saturday, December 13th. If you are staying in the country for the festival, please note the following:
1. Important points to note when staying in Saudi Arabia In Saudi Arabia, Islamic law is strictly observed. Please carefully read the "Safety Guide" posted on our website in advance to avoid getting into trouble (especially as stated in 2 (5) "The need to respect local customs, and violations and penalties, etc." It is necessary to abide by local laws and respect local customs and habits).
〇Safety Guide
https://www.jeddah.ksa.emb-japan.go.jp/files/100326232.pdf
Also, please note the following:
Alcohol and drugs are illegal.
・Bringing pork into the country is illegal.
・Indecent acts in public places are illegal.
- Wear appropriate clothing that does not expose too much skin in public places.
・Please refrain from criticizing or insulting the national flag, national emblem, national anthem, or royal family in public places, including social media. You may be subject to punishment.
・Please refrain from taking photographs of the Royal Palace, government and military facilities, or vehicles. You may be questioned or detained.
- It is illegal for non-Muslims to enter the Islamic holy city of Mecca and they may be subject to punishment.
2. Plan your trip with plenty of time. The Red Sea Film Festival venue is close to the Al-Balad district, a popular tourist destination, and travel times may take longer than expected due to congestion and road congestion, especially at night. Please plan your trip with plenty of time in mind.
In addition, there is no free Wi-Fi at Jeddah airport, so if you try to search for an alternative flight on your own, you may have to start by purchasing a SIM card.It is also difficult to find safe and sufficient waiting spaces and stores at the airport that Japanese travelers can use comfortably.
3. Other: Five Japanese films will be screened at this year's film festival from December 5th to 11th: "National Treasure," "Doraemon the Movie: Nobita's Picture World Story," "Travels and Days," "Endless Scarlet," and "LOST LAND."
・For a safe trip, please take out overseas travel insurance and register with Tabi-Regi.
- Please make an effort to obtain the latest information on safety measures, such as basic data on safety measures for each country posted on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' Overseas Safety Website, as well as from news reports, and take sufficient safety measures.
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*Please make use of our official X account (formerly Twitter) below, which provides safety and other local information in Japanese (it can also be accessed from the top of our Japanese website).
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Consulate-General of Japan in Jeddah Tel: +966-(0)12-667-0676
FAX: +966-(0)12-667-0373
Email: cgjapan@je.mofa.go.jp
Website: https://www.jeddah.ksa.emb-Japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
Official X Account (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/CGJ_Jeddah
Official Instagram account: https://www.instagram.com/japan_consulate_jeddah/
(The Consulate-General's jurisdiction covers the provinces of Makkah and Medina. For inquiries regarding other areas, please contact the following.)
Embassy of Japan in Saudi Arabia Tel: +966-(0)11-488-1100
FAX: +966-(0)11-488-0189
E-mail: consular-sec@rd.mofa.go.jp
Website: https://www.ksa.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
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