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 announced 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".
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
- March 28, 2025, midnight Alert regarding measles overseas
- Feb. 27, 2025, midnight Beware of fraud sites near the Myanmar-Thailand border
- Feb. 25, 2025, midnight [Wide-area information] Notice of consultation desk regarding special fraud cases
- Feb. 21, 2025, midnight Polio awareness (If you are traveling to a polio-endemic country or region, please consider getting additional vaccinations)
- Feb. 20, 2025, midnight [Wide-area information] Warning about special fraud cases (How to avoid becoming a perpetrator (Part 3))
- Feb. 17, 2025, midnight Caution regarding overseas travel and stay during Ramadan
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.
Beware of fraud sites near the Myanmar-Thailand border
Feb. 27, 2025, midnight spot information
We have posted information about spots in Thailand.
[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."
Polio awareness (If you are traveling to a polio-endemic country or region, please consider getting additional vaccinations)
Feb. 21, 2025, midnight Wide area information (infectious diseases)
● If you are traveling to a country or region where polio is prevalent, please consider receiving additional vaccinations depending on the local infection situation.
● On May 5, 2014, WHO determined that the polio outbreak was a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC), and has announced that the polio outbreak continues to be a PHEIC.
[Wide-area information] Warning about special fraud cases (How to avoid becoming a perpetrator (Part 3))
Feb. 20, 2025, midnight wide area information
We would like to warn you about special fraud cases (How to avoid becoming a perpetrator (Part 3)).
Caution regarding overseas travel and stay during Ramadan
Feb. 17, 2025, midnight wide area information
●The period from around Friday, February 28th to around Tuesday, April 1st is the Islamic month of Ramadan and the festival marking the end of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr).
●During past Ramadan and Eid periods, there have been terrorist attacks carried out by international terrorist organizations such as the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) and their supporters.
Please make an effort to obtain the latest information from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' Overseas Safety Website, Tabi-Reji, news reports, etc., and take sufficient care to ensure your safety.
Travel advisories from local embassies and consulates
Information from the past two weeks.
Table of contents
- April 3, 2025, 5:35 p.m. Notice from the Embassy (Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) will be launched from May 1st (Thurs.))
- March 31, 2025, 10:15 p.m. [Warning] Earthquake occurs in Myanmar (Third report)
- March 30, 2025, 2:05 p.m. Tropical cyclone forecast and precautions for earthquake-damaged buildings
- March 29, 2025, 10:40 a.m. Regarding the impact of the earthquake that occurred in Myanmar on March 28th
- March 28, 2025, 8:05 p.m. Regarding the occurrence of the earthquake (second report)
- March 28, 2025, 6:05 p.m. [Warning] Earthquake occurs in Myanmar (near the Thai border) (Second report)
Notice from the Embassy (Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) will be launched from May 1st (Thurs.))
April 3, 2025, 5:35 p.m.
According to the Thai Immigration Department, from midnight on 1 May 2025, all non-Thai nationals entering the Kingdom of Thailand, whether by land, sea or air, will be required to register with TDAC online, and registration can be completed up to three days prior to arrival in Thailand (including the day of arrival).
TDAC website:https://tdac.immigration.go.th/
Please note that as this is a measure taken by the Thai government, we are unable to answer any inquiries regarding the details. For more information, please contact the Thai Embassy in Tokyo or the Thai Immigration Bureau.
[Contact Information]
Royal Thai Embassy in Tokyo Telephone number: +81-3-5789-2433
https://site.thaiembassy.jp/jp/?sphrase_id=998
●Thailand Immigration Bureau Telephone Number: 1178 or 02-572-8500
https://www.immigration.go.th/
[Warning] Earthquake occurs in Myanmar (Third report)
March 31, 2025, 10:15 p.m.
1. Announcement by the Bangkok Governor: So far, there have been no major aftershocks affecting Bangkok.
Bangkok buildings are built to absorb earthquakes. Please stay calm and do not panic too much. Do not share false information or fake news as misinformation may affect the actual evacuation in the future.
https://www.facebook.com/chadchartofficial/?locale=th_TH
2. Bangkok Metropolitan Government has launched a building inspection dashboard so people can check for themselves whether the buildings they live or work in have been strength-assessed. (Thai only)
https://www.facebook.com/share/1AHVHDFuWH/
3. In addition, Thai authorities have issued a warning to be wary of scams under the pretext of "supporting disaster victims" or "collecting donations." Reports of online scams and victim reports can be made through the following website (Thai language only):
www.thaipoliceonline.go.th
Tropical cyclone forecast and precautions for earthquake-damaged buildings
March 30, 2025, 2:05 p.m.
It has been announced that the following areas may be affected within the jurisdiction of the Consulate-General of Japan in Chiang Mai:
March 30: Phrae, Uttaradit
March 31: Chiang Mai, Mae Hong Son, Lamphun, Lampang
April 1st: Chiang Mai, Lamphun, Lampang
The earthquake that occurred on March 28th in central Myanmar has caused damage to buildings in the area, and it is possible that further damage may occur due to future winds and rain. Therefore, we ask that everyone take precautions such as staying away from areas at risk of collapse.
Please continue to be aware of the possibility of large aftershocks and pay close attention to announcements and reports from the authorities.
If you or your family members have been injured as a result of the earthquake and are in a serious situation and need our support,
Please contact the Embassy at 052-012505 or consular@tm.mofa.go.jp
(In case of emergency, please contact us by phone.)
～Related Links・Contact Information for Thai Authorities～
[Announcement from the Thai Meteorological Department (in Thai)]
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1ADf4PaXXY/?
[Announcement by the Chiang Mai Provincial Government Public Relations Office (March 28, Thai)]
https://chiangmai.prd.go.th/th/content/category/detail/id/9/iid/377118
[Chiang Mai City Earthquake Assistance Request Desk (Thai language only)]
088-401-3191 095-042-1695 053-234-4444
[Thailand National Disaster Warning Center website (in Thai)]
It says they will accept emergency checks on the impact of the earthquake on the building structure.
https://www.facebook.com/NationalDisasterWarningCenter/
[Thailand Tourism Police Hotline Number]
1155
Consulate General of Japan in Chiang Mai
Regarding the impact of the earthquake that occurred in Myanmar on March 28th
March 29, 2025, 10:40 a.m.
On the evening of Friday, March 28th, the Chiang Mai Provincial Government Information Office announced the damage situation within the province. The outline is as follows:
1 Damage has been confirmed in four high-rise buildings in the province, with the Duangtawan Condominium being of particular concern. Due to severe damage to the structure, including severely damaged and bent columns, Chiang Mai City Hall immediately banned entry to the building. The other three buildings are Supalai Monte 1, Supalai Monte 2, and Suan Dok Park Car Park Building. While the main structures are not significantly affected, cracks have been seen in the interior and exterior, as well as in the walls. Currently, entry to these buildings is only permitted for the removal of luggage, and overnight stays are not yet permitted. As these buildings are covered by home insurance, residents can stay in alternative accommodation such as hotels. Chiang Mai City Hall has also decided to suspend entry to the Chiang Mai Municipal Sports Stadium Gymnasium and the Suan Dok Park Car Park Building.
Temporary evacuation shelters have been set up in two locations on the second floor of Arcade Bus Terminal 3.
2. Maharat Nakhon Chiang Mai Hospital and Lanna Hospital were affected, but patients were temporarily evacuated and they are now operating normally. No damage has been confirmed to structures such as bridges, tunnels, dams, and reservoirs at intersections.
3. As there is a possibility of further aftershocks, the Chiang Mai Provincial Government has set up a response headquarters within the provincial government office to monitor the situation and respond to requests for assistance from citizens 24 hours a day.
[Announcement by the Chiang Mai Provincial Government Information Office (in Thai)]
https://chiangmai.prd.go.th/th/content/category/detail/id/9/iid/377118
[Chiang Mai City Earthquake Assistance Request Desk (Thai language only)]
088-401-3191 095-042-1695 053-234-4444
[Thailand National Disaster Warning Center website (in Thai)]
It says they will accept emergency checks on the impact of the earthquake on the building structure.
https://www.facebook.com/NationalDisasterWarningCenter/
[Thailand Tourism Police Hotline Number]
1155
We ask that everyone continue to pay attention to announcements and news reports from the authorities, and also take into consideration the possibility of aftershocks and the possibility that buildings may have weak foundations in some places, and take measures such as avoiding places where there is a risk of collapse.
In addition, if you or your family members have been injured as a result of the earthquake and are in a serious situation and need our support,
Please contact the Embassy at 052-012505 or consular@tm.mofa.go.jp
(In case of emergency, please contact us by phone.)
Regarding the occurrence of the earthquake (second report)
March 28, 2025, 8:05 p.m.
１．本日発生した地震については、タイ気象局から
発生日時：午後１時２０分
発生場所：メーホンソーン県パーンマパー郡西北方３２６ｋｍのミャンマー国内
マグニチュード：８．２（深さ１０ｋｍ）
と発表されたほか、その後も複数回余震が発生しています。
２．チェンマイ空港については、安全性確認のため一時離発着を停止していましたが、現在は通常の離発着が行われています。
３．引き続き、当局の発表、報道に御注意いただくとともに、余震が起こる可能性や建物の基礎が弱くなっている箇所がある可能性等を考慮し、倒壊の危険がある場所には近づかないようにするなどの対応をお願いします。
（以下、現時点（28日18：00現在）において十分な更新がなされておらず、今後の更新も未定ですが、ご参考に内務省下の各県の防災・減災局のFB（タイ語）のURLのアドレス以下のとおり共有します。）
チェンマイhttps://www.facebook.com/cmdisaster/
チェンラーイhttps://www.facebook.com/DDPMCRI/
ランプーンhttps://www.facebook.com/Lamphun.DDPM/
本地震の影響でご本人や御家族が怪我をした等により、当館の支援を必要とする方は
当館連絡先 052-012505
consular@tm.mofa.go.jp
に御連絡ください。（夜間・緊急の場合は、お電話で御連絡願います。）
在チェンマイ総領事館
[Warning] Earthquake occurs in Myanmar (near the Thai border) (Second report)
March 28, 2025, 6:05 p.m.
Japanese nationals residing in Thailand and those planning to travel to Thailand should continue to pay attention to information regarding earthquakes (aftershocks) and tsunamis. In addition, please be careful not to go near areas where there is a risk of buildings collapsing.
Thailand National Disaster Warning Center website
https://www.facebook.com/NationalDisasterWarningCenter/
(Contact information)
○Consular Section of the Embassy of Japan in Thailand Tel: (66-2) 207-8500, 696-3000
Address: 177 Witthayu Road, Lumphini, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330
(Wittayu Road, roughly halfway between Lumpini Police Station and Lumpini MRT Station)
