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".
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.
[Wide Area Information] Warning about illegal part-time work overseas by criminal organizations, including the Anonymous Mobile Crime Group (Tokuryu) (How to avoid becoming a perpetrator)
Dec. 16, 2025, midnight wide area information
There have been a number of cases where people have applied for illegal part-time work overseas and ended up being forced to act as "callers" for criminal organizations and take part in special fraud overseas, or where people have unintentionally become complicit in crimes by couriering illegal drugs (such as marijuana), and ended up being detained or protected by local police.
●If you feel that you have applied for an illegal part-time job overseas, do not worry or keep it to yourself, but seek help from a family member or someone close to you, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the police, etc.
●If you feel that as a result of applying for an illegal part-time job overseas, you have become (or been forced to become) complicit in a crime such as specialized fraud or illegal drug smuggling, please do not hesitate to contact or consult with the local Japanese embassy or consulate general.
Warning about special fraud (to avoid becoming a victim)
Dec. 16, 2025, midnight wide area information
● Special fraud, in which money is defrauded by contacting people without meeting them in person, is also occurring overseas. There have been confirmed cases in which people have impersonated Japanese government officials, such as Japanese embassy staff, Japanese consulate staff, Japanese police officers, and customs officials.
●Japanese public institutions such as the Japanese Embassy, Japanese Consulate General, police officers, and customs officials will never request remittances without following proper procedures. Please take precautions such as not easily responding to suspicious phone calls, emails, social media messages, etc. that you do not recognize.
●If you feel even slightly uneasy while outside of Japan, please consult your nearest Japanese Embassy or Consulate-General.
Alert regarding chikungunya fever
Nov. 21, 2025, midnight Wide area information (infectious diseases)
● Chikungunya fever, which causes symptoms such as fever, joint pain, and rash, is prevalent in Central and South America, Africa, and Asia.
● Chikungunya fever is transmitted through the bite of a mosquito infected with the chikungunya virus, so in the above areas please be sure to take the preventive measures described below in 1(4), such as wearing long sleeves and using insect repellent spray.
● If you suspect you may be infected, please visit a medical institution as soon as possible.
Zika virus infection alert (updated)
Nov. 21, 2025, midnight Wide area information (infectious diseases)
● The number of cases of Zika virus infection, which causes symptoms such as fever and rash and can result in congenital disorders such as microcephaly in fetuses, has decreased globally since 2017, but infections continue to occur, albeit in small numbers, in Latin America, Africa, and the Asia-Pacific region.
● Zika virus infection is transmitted through the bite of a mosquito infected with the virus, so if you are in the above areas, please be sure to take the preventive measures listed below in 1(4), such as wearing long sleeves and using insect repellent spray.
● If you suspect you may be infected, please visit a medical institution as soon as possible.
Travel advisories from local embassies and consulates
Information from the past two weeks.
A state of emergency has been declared in parts of the provinces of Ayacucho, Cusco, and Junín.
Dec. 23, 2025, 7:30 a.m.
1. The Peruvian government has published in the Official Gazette a declaration of a state of emergency for the purpose of combating terrorism and drug trafficking in parts of the provinces of Ayacucho, Cusco, and Junin, effective from December 21st for a period of 60 days.
[Target areas]
(1) La Mar District, Ayacucho Region: Anco, Aina, Santa Rosa, Samugari, Antiway, Rio Magdalena, Unión Progreso; (2) La Convención District, Cusco Region: Quimbiri, Villa Quintiarina, Villa Virgen, Echarate (except Quiteny), Megantóni, Kumpirciat, Cielo Punco, Manitea; (3) Satipo District, Junín Region: Pangoa, Rio Tambo (except Puerto Ocopa and Quiteny).
For more information, please see the Peruvian Government Official Gazette (Spanish only) at the link below.
Official Gazette (Spanish only): Decreto Supremo No 143-2025-PCM
https://busquedas.elperuano.pe/dispositivo/NL/2470575-2
2 The declaration will restrict some of the constitutionally guaranteed rights in the affected areas during this period, such as the inviolability of the home, freedom of movement, assembly, and personal freedom.
3. The Japanese government has previously issued a "Level 3 Travel Advice: Do Not Travel" warning for the region, and has issued a warning. Terrorist organizations such as Sendero Luminoso are engaged in drug production and other activities in the Apurimac, Ene, and Mantaro River Valleys (VRAEM region) and mountainous areas, and terrorist incidents and clashes with security forces have occurred in the region. Therefore, please do not enter the region.
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/info/pcinfectionspothazardinfo_261.html#ad-image-0
[Contact information]
Embassy of Japan in Peru, Consular Section
Av. San Felipe 356, Jesus Maria, Lima, Peru
Phone: (+51-1)219-9551
consjapon@li.mofa.go.jp
https://www.pe.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/
Extension of the State of Emergency for Security Measures in the City of Lima and the Constitutional Municipality of Callao
Dec. 23, 2025, 7:25 a.m.
1. The Peruvian government has extended the state of emergency in the cities of Lima and Callao for 30 days from December 21st to implement security measures.
Official Gazette (Spanish only): Decreto Supremo No 140-2025-PCM
https://busquedas.elperuano.pe/dispositivo/NL/2470573-1
2. With the issuance of this declaration, some of the constitutionally guaranteed rights, such as the inviolability of the home, freedom of movement, assembly, and personal freedom, will be restricted in the affected areas during the period.
3. The situation in Peru is fluid. Those planning to travel or stay in the country, as well as those already in the country, are advised to take the following safety precautions and exercise caution to avoid being caught up in unforeseen situations such as demonstrations, crime, or natural disasters.
(1) Make efforts to obtain the latest security information from the media, etc.
(2) Keep your belongings to a minimum and carry them out of sight. Always carry your identification.
(3) Be cautious even in places that are usually considered relatively safe.
(4) If you encounter a robber, do not resist under any circumstances, as resistance may lead to injury or even murder. Always act with your own safety as your first priority.
(5) If a demonstration or other event is taking place, do not approach it. If you encounter a demonstration or other event, leave the area immediately.
(6) Unless necessary, avoid government agencies and police facilities that could become targets if protests turn violent.
(7) When traveling or staying in a foreign country, allow yourself more time than usual in case of road or airport closures, etc.
4. Throughout the city of Lima and the Constitutional Municipality of Callao, general crimes such as robberies and snatch thefts, including violent crimes using handguns, have continued to occur since daytime. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan has issued a "Level 1: Exercise Extreme Caution" warning for the area, and has also issued Level 1 (Exercise Extreme Caution) and Level 2 (Avoid non-essential travel) and Level 3 (Avoid all travel) danger information for each region in Peru. (Danger Information)
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/info/pcinfectionspothazardinfo_261.html#ad-image-0
[Contact information]
Embassy of Japan in Peru, Consular Section
Av. San Felipe 356, Jesus Maria, Lima, Peru
Phone: (+51-1)219-9551
consjapon@li.mofa.go.jp
https://www.pe.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/
