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.
Travel advisories from local embassies and consulates
Information from the past two weeks.
Table of contents
- Nov. 18, 2024, 2:16 p.m. [Warning] (West Sumatra) Mount Marapi eruption alert level raised
- Nov. 13, 2024, 3:06 p.m. Impact of volcanic eruption in East Nusa Tenggara Province (airport closures and disruption of flight operations)
- Nov. 13, 2024, 1:11 p.m. Escape from Salemba Prison, Central Jakarta (Jakarta: November 13)
- Nov. 12, 2024, 11:01 a.m. Security information (Makassar City: November 13th)
- Nov. 11, 2024, 5:16 p.m. Caution regarding the final round of Asian qualifying for the FIFA World Cup (Jakarta: November 15)
- Nov. 10, 2024, 5:11 p.m. Report of clashes with security authorities (Makassar City: November 10th)
[Warning] (West Sumatra) Mount Marapi eruption alert level raised
Nov. 18, 2024, 2:16 p.m.
1. According to an announcement by the Indonesian Agency for Volcanology and Geological Disaster Management, Mt. Marapi near Bukittinggi in West Sumatra, which has been experiencing repeated small eruptions since last year, has been found to be showing increased eruptive activity. As a result, the eruption alert level for the mountain was raised from Level 2 to Level 3 (SIAGA: Alert) on November 6th.
2. Currently, access to Mt. Marapi is restricted within a 4.5 kilometer radius of the summit, and residents in the area are advised to be on alert for flooding during rainfall and to wear masks when ash falls.
3. Mt. Marapi erupted on December 3, 2023, and several climbers were killed while climbing the mountain. Please be aware of future related information.
Consulate-General of Japan in Medan Address: Jl.P.Diponegoro No.18, Medan, North Sumatra, Indonesia
Phone: (area code 061)-4575193 / From overseas (country code 62)-61-4575193
FAX: (area code 061)-4574560 / From overseas, call (country code 62)-61-4574560
Website: http://www.medan.id.emb-japan.go.jp/j/
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Impact of volcanic eruption in East Nusa Tenggara Province (airport closures and disruption of flight operations)
Nov. 13, 2024, 3:06 p.m.
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[Contact] Consulate-General of Japan in Denpasar
Jl.Raya Puputan No.170, Renon, Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia
Tel: (+62) 0361-227628
Fax: (+62) 0361-265066
e-mail: denpasar@dp.mofa.go.jp
Web: https://www.denpasar.id.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
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Escape from Salemba Prison, Central Jakarta (Jakarta: November 13)
Nov. 13, 2024, 1:11 p.m.
1. According to reports, seven drug inmates escaped from Salemba Prison in Central Jakarta on Tuesday, the 12th, and are still on the run.
2. To all Japanese residents overseas, please make sure to lock your homes and, if you see any suspicious people, please exercise caution, such as not approaching them and leaving the area immediately.
Embassy of Japan in Indonesia, Consular Section ○ Embassy main telephone number: 021-3192-4308 (24-hour contact available)
For urgent enquiries outside of office hours on weekdays and on holidays, you will be connected to an emergency call reception operator.
○ Embassy website: http://www.id.emb-japan.go.jp/index_jp.html
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Security information (Makassar City: November 13th)
Nov. 12, 2024, 11:01 a.m.
1. On Wednesday, November 13th, from 13:00, a debate between candidates for the Makassar mayoral election will be held.
The event will be held at Four Points by Sheraton Makassar (Jl. Andi Djemma).
At the recent debate between candidates for the South Sulawesi gubernatorial election, there were disturbances on the roads near the venue, including stone-throwing between supporters of each candidate. There were also clashes with police and other security authorities. Please be aware that similar disturbances may occur.
2. Traffic restrictions will be in place on roads around the venue, such as Jl. Andi Djemma, Jl. AP Pettarani, and Jl. Sultan Alauddin, which may cause confusion and congestion. For your own safety, please avoid passing through the affected areas and be aware of your surroundings when going out to avoid being caught up in any unforeseen incidents. If you encounter any disturbances, please leave the area immediately.
3. As the voting days for the state gubernatorial and mayoral elections approach, there is a possibility that similar riots may occur in other areas, so please continue to monitor the latest information.
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Consular Office in Makassar Address: Gedung Wisma Kalla, Lt.7, Jl. Dr. Sam Ratulangi No. 8-10, Makassar Indonesia
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Caution regarding the final round of Asian qualifying for the FIFA World Cup (Jakarta: November 15)
Nov. 11, 2024, 5:16 p.m.
1. The FIFA World Cup 26 Asian Qualifiers (Japan vs Indonesia) will be held at the Gelora Bung Karno Stadium in Jakarta from 7:00 p.m. on Friday, November 15th, and it is expected that many supporters from both countries will come to watch the match.
2. At Indonesia's domestic soccer league matches, there have been frequent incidents of trouble between fanatic supporters and riots caused by some supporters turning violent. Two years ago, a tragic incident occurred at the Kanjurhan Stadium in Malang Regency, East Java, resulting in many deaths and injuries.
3. Although no such incidents have been confirmed at international matches, Japanese nationals should exercise caution when going out in the city center or near match venues, and when traveling by public transport, to avoid getting caught up in trouble caused by some enthusiastic supporters. In addition, when going out to watch a soccer match, please gather relevant information from the media in advance, and in the unlikely event that you notice anything unusual around you, act calmly and leave the area immediately, taking great care to avoid getting caught up in an unforeseen incident.
4. In addition, at events where many people gather, there is a risk of becoming a victim of crimes such as theft. If you are planning to watch the event in person, please be careful to manage your valuables carefully to avoid becoming a victim.
【reference】
For the latest information on the match, please visit the Japan Football Association website (https://www.jfa.jp/samuraiblue/worldcup_2026/final_q_2026/).
Embassy of Japan in Indonesia Consular Section
Embassy main phone number: 021-3192-4308 (available 24 hours a day) For urgent matters outside of office hours on weekdays and on holidays, you will be connected to an emergency operator.
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Report of clashes with security authorities (Makassar City: November 10th)
Nov. 10, 2024, 5:11 p.m.
1. According to information, on the afternoon of the 10th, stone-throwing and other incidents occurred during a debate for the South Sulawesi gubernatorial election in the vicinity of Jl. AP Pettarani in Makassar, South Sulawesi, and clashes occurred with police and other security authorities.
Currently, security authorities are said to have brought the situation under control and it is calm.
2. Traffic restrictions will be in place on roads around Jl. AP Pettarani, which may cause confusion and congestion. For your own safety, please avoid passing through the affected area and be aware of your surroundings when going out to avoid being caught up in any unforeseen incidents. If you do encounter a collision, please leave the scene as quickly as possible.
3. As the state gubernatorial election date approaches, there is a possibility that similar clashes may occur in other regions, so please stay tuned for the latest information.
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Consular Office in Makassar Address: Gedung Wisma Kalla, Lt.7, Jl. Dr. Sam Ratulangi No. 8-10, Makassar Indonesia
Phone: +62-411-871-030
FAX: +62-411-853-946
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