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.
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.
Alert regarding piracy and other incidents in the waters of Central and South America
Aug. 15, 2025, midnight wide area information
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Although the number of incidents of piracy and other crimes (Note) in the waters of Central and South America is decreasing, vigilance remains necessary. Operators of ships sailing through these waters and those planning to board such ships should be fully aware of the risk of encountering damage from piracy and other crimes in these waters, make efforts to obtain the latest information, take great care to ensure safety, and, depending on the situation, refrain from boarding ships sailing through these waters.
Note: "Piracy and other incidents" includes "piracy" that occurs on the high seas and "armed robbery" that occurs within territorial waters.
Hurricane season warning (North, Central and South America)
May 30, 2025, midnight wide area information
●Hurricane season in North America (Pacific and Atlantic coastal regions and southern regions) and Central and South America (Caribbean and Pacific coastal regions) usually runs from June to November. Please pay close attention to weather information on a daily basis and take precautions in advance, such as stockpiling disaster prevention supplies, drinking water, and food.
Travel advisories from local embassies and consulates
Information from the past two weeks.
[Warning] Deteriorating public safety in Tamaulipas state due to increased crackdown on criminal organizations
Aug. 7, 2025, 10:05 a.m.
1 Case summary
On the afternoon of Monday, August 4th, an incident occurred in Reynosa, Tamaulipas, in which the head of the Federal Prosecutor's Office (FGR) for Tamaulipas was killed. The head was driving through Reynosa when his vehicle was blown up by a grenade, killing him.
Following this incident, roadblocks, traffic disruption by scattering caltrop-like objects on the streets, and shootings occurred in several locations in Reynosa, believed to be the work of the organized crime group that committed the crime.
The background to this incident is unclear, but the federal government has recently stepped up its crackdown on fuel theft in Tamaulipas, and there have been reports of conflicts with several organized crime groups based in Tamaulipas. These organized crime groups are suspected of being involved in crimes other than fuel theft, such as drug trafficking and election-related crimes, and the federal government is currently investigating them.
The federal government has been stepping up its crackdown on crime, particularly in the US border region, and there is a risk that similar crimes will occur in the future, and that Japanese nationals may be caught in such incidents. Furthermore, there have been numerous incidents of tires being punctured by caltrops, not only in Reynosa City, but also on highways throughout Tamaulipas. If a vehicle experiences a flat tire on the road, it not only increases the risk of being attacked by organized crime groups, but also increases the risk of secondary damage, such as rear-end collisions, caused by vehicles that have lost stability, so caution is advised.
2 Notes
(1) Always make an effort to gather information and avoid dangerous or restricted areas. In particular, in the state of Tamaulipas, there have been reports of a deterioration in public safety, so please be more careful than ever.
(2) When you are out, be aware of changes in your surroundings, and leave the area if you feel unsafe. Also, do not approach police stations or prosecutors' offices unless you have specific business there. Never approach areas where armed security officials (police or military personnel) or their vehicles gather.
(3) When you encounter an incident, determine the safest way to get around (on foot or by vehicle) and evacuate the scene using the most appropriate method. If you are caught up in an incident, do not resist or try to escape from the scene. Once the situation has calmed down, immediately move to a safe place where you can ensure your own safety.
(4) If you encounter an accident while driving and are forced to stop, do not panic and contact security authorities. If you get off the vehicle, be sure to check your surroundings and ensure it is safe before taking any other action.
(Contact information)
Embassy of Japan in Mexico Address: Paseo de la Reforma No. 243, Torre Mapfre Piso 9, Col. Cuauhtemoc, CP 06500 Mexico, Ciudad de Mexico.
Tel: +52(55)5211-0028 (If the main number is unavailable: +52(55)7100-3164)
Fax:+52(55)5207-7030
Email: ryojibu@me.mofa.go.jp
★The Ministry of Foreign Affairs' Overseas Safety website provides various materials summarizing safety precautions to take when traveling abroad, so please use them to help you with your overseas safety measures.
<Ministry of Foreign Affairs Overseas Safety Website (Mexico)>
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/info/pcinfectionspothazardinfo_264.html#ad-image-0
<Golgo 13 Overseas Safety Measures Manual for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises>
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/anzen_info/golgo13xgaimusho.html
<Overseas Safety Cheat Sheet>
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/pamph/pdf/toranomaki.pdf
<Safety Measures Handbook for Overseas Assignees>
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/pamph/pdf/pamph_08.pdf
<Q&A on measures against blackmail and kidnapping overseas>
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/pamph/pdf/pamph_04.pdf
★If you are a victim of a crime, please contact the Consular Section of our Embassy.
★If there are any changes to the information on your residence notification due to moving, returning to Japan, changes in family composition, etc., please make the necessary changes online (https://www.ezairyu.mofa.go.jp/RRnet/index.html) or submit the change notification to our embassy by fax, mail, or scan and email.
★Information that should be widely disseminated, such as information concerning the safety of Japanese nationals, will be sent to the email address registered in your residence notification. To register to receive email notifications from the Embassy regarding other information, or to delete or change your email address, please visit the following URL.
https://www.ezairyu.mofa.go.jp/mailmz/menu?emb=mx
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[Warning] Crackdown on criminal organizations in Aguascalientes state and their acts of obstruction and destruction
Aug. 5, 2025, 8 a.m.
1 Case summary
According to media reports, on Saturday, July 26th, in the city of Rincón de Lomos in Aguascalientes state, 18 members of a criminal organization were arrested as a result of a crackdown by the federal government and Aguascalientes state security authorities on a criminal organization. In response, criminal organization members began setting fire to vehicles and buildings, blocking roads, and other incidents throughout Aguascalientes state. Nine more members of the criminal organization were subsequently arrested for their involvement in these acts of disruption and destruction.
2. Precautions (1) Always make an effort to gather information and stay away from dangerous or restricted areas.
(2) When you are out, be aware of changes in your surroundings, and if you feel unsafe, leave the area. Also, never approach areas where armed security officials (police or military personnel) or their vehicles are gathered.
(3) Please follow the instructions of security authorities regarding road restrictions, etc., and never take any detours.
(4) If you encounter a riot, determine the safest way to get around (on foot or by vehicle) and evacuate the scene using the most appropriate method. If you are caught up in a riot, do not resist the mob or try to force your way out of the situation. Once the situation has calmed down, immediately move to a safe place where you can ensure your own safety.
(Contact information)
Embassy of Japan in Mexico Address: Paseo de la Reforma No. 243, Torre Mapfre Piso 9, Col. Cuauhtemoc, CP 06500 Mexico, Ciudad de Mexico.
Tel: +52(55)5211-0028 (If the main number is unavailable: +52(55)7100-3164)
Fax:+52(55)5207-7030
Email: ryojibu@me.mofa.go.jp
★The Ministry of Foreign Affairs' Overseas Safety website provides various materials summarizing safety precautions to take when traveling abroad, so please use them to help you with your overseas safety measures.
<Ministry of Foreign Affairs Overseas Safety Website (Mexico)>
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/info/pcinfectionspothazardinfo_264.html#ad-image-0
<Golgo 13 Overseas Safety Measures Manual for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises>
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/anzen_info/golgo13xgaimusho.html
<Overseas Safety Cheat Sheet>
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/pamph/pdf/toranomaki.pdf
<Safety Measures Handbook for Overseas Assignees>
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/pamph/pdf/pamph_08.pdf
<Q&A on measures against blackmail and kidnapping overseas>
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/pamph/pdf/pamph_04.pdf
★If you are a victim of a crime, please contact the Consular Section of our Embassy.
★If there are any changes to the information on your residence notification due to moving, returning to Japan, changes in family composition, etc., please make the necessary changes online (https://www.ezairyu.mofa.go.jp/RRnet/index.html) or submit the change notification to our embassy by fax, mail, or scan and email.
★Information that should be widely disseminated, such as information concerning the safety of Japanese nationals, will be sent to the email address registered in your residence notification. To register to receive email notifications from the Embassy regarding other information, or to delete or change your email address, please visit the following URL.
https://www.ezairyu.mofa.go.jp/mailmz/menu?emb=mx
★If you have registered for TabiRegi and would like to stop receiving emails, please follow the cancellation procedure at the URL below.
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