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.
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Table of contents
- 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
- April 24, 2025, midnight Alert regarding Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS)
- March 28, 2025, midnight Alert regarding measles overseas
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.
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.
Travel advisories from local embassies and consulates
Information from the past two weeks.
[Resent] Beware of theft in homes and hotels
June 11, 2025, 8:30 a.m.
<Case 1>
At night, a Japanese national slept in a hotel with the front door unlocked, and someone broke in through the front door and stole his electronic devices and wallet. When he woke up the next morning, he realized that the above valuables were missing from his room.
<Case 2>
At night, a Japanese national was in his hotel room with the front door unlocked when he noticed a suspicious person entering the room without permission. The suspicious person left the room, but later he noticed that his wallet was missing, and it was discovered that the item had been stolen.
<Case 3>
When a Japanese tourist was shown to his hotel room, the hotel explained to him that the door lock was broken and would not close. However, he stayed in the same room without changing rooms, and when he went to sleep, someone broke into his room and stole his valuables, including his computer. It is possible that the hotel staff was in cahoots with the thief.
<Major crime prevention measures>
When staying at a hotel, choose a place with high security, where security guards are present (request a room on a higher floor, if possible).
(i) When you go out and when you go to sleep, be sure to lock windows, entrances, balcony doors, and other points that could be used as entry points for thieves, and keep your passport, airline tickets, cash, and other valuables in a safe place such as a safety deposit box.
If a stranger approaches you in a friendly manner, be extremely cautious and do not readily give out your name, room number or where you are staying, even if asked.
D) In the unlikely event that you allow a thief to break into your home, your top priority should be physical safety; as thieves are likely to be carrying knives or other sharp objects, avoid resistance and instead hand over any money or other items they request.
If you have been a victim of theft or have heard that someone you know has been a victim, please contact the Embassy immediately.
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Phone: (678)29393 (Opening hours 9:00-16:00, phone support hours 9:00-17:00 * Emergency number outside of opening hours: (678)5543400)
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Beware of theft in homes and hotels
June 10, 2025, 9:50 a.m.
<Case 1>
At night, a Japanese national slept in a hotel with the front door unlocked, and someone broke in through the front door and stole his electronic devices and wallet. When he woke up the next morning, he realized that the above valuables were missing from his room.
<Case 2>
At night, a Japanese national was in his hotel room with the front door unlocked when he noticed a suspicious person entering the room without permission. The suspicious person left the room, but later he noticed that his wallet was missing, and it was discovered that the theft had occurred.
<Case 3>
When a Japanese tourist was shown to his hotel room, the hotel explained to him that the door lock was broken and would not close. However, he stayed in the same room without changing rooms, and when he went to sleep, someone broke into his room and stole his valuables, including his computer. It is possible that the hotel staff was in cahoots with the thief.
<Major crime prevention measures>
When staying at a hotel, choose a place with high security, where security guards are present (request a room on a higher floor, if possible).
(i) When you go out and when you go to sleep, be sure to lock windows, entrances, balcony doors, and other points that could be used as entry points for thieves, and keep your passport, airline tickets, cash, and other valuables in a safe place such as a safety deposit box.
If a stranger approaches you in a friendly manner, be extremely cautious and do not readily give out your name, room number or where you are staying, even if asked.
D) In the unlikely event that you allow a thief to break into your home, your top priority should be physical safety; as thieves are likely to be carrying knives or other sharp objects, avoid resistance and instead hand over any money or other items they request.
If you have been a victim of theft or have heard that someone you know has been a victim, please contact the Embassy immediately.
*This email is automatically sent to the email address provided in the residence notification, the email address registered with "Tabi-Regi" and to those who have subscribed to our "email newsletter". If you know any Japanese people who have not received this email, please encourage them to register with "Tabi-Regi" if they are Japanese residents in Japan (staying for 3 months or more) and with "Tabi-Regi" if they are staying for a short period of time.
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Embassy of Japan in Vanuatu Address: PO Box 242, Rue de Paris, Port Vila, Vanuatu
Phone: (678)29393 (Opening hours 9:00-16:00, phone support hours 9:00-17:00 * Emergency number outside of opening hours: (678)5543400)
Main email: vanuatu@vu.mofa.go.jp
Website: https://www.vu.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
