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.
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- 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
- Feb. 25, 2025, midnight [Wide-area information] Notice of consultation desk regarding special fraud cases
[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.
[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."
Travel advisories from local embassies and consulates
Information from the past two weeks.
[Warning] Stabbing incident with hypodermic needle-like object on Mexico City subway
May 3, 2025, 10:15 a.m.
1. Overview of the incident
(1) According to the Mexico City government, there have been reports of stabbings with needle-like objects on public transportation, and multiple reports of the incidents have been filed with security agencies, especially during peak hours.
(2) The main stations that have currently been confirmed to have suffered damage are as follows:
・Merced (Linea 1)
・Pino Suarez (Linea 1)
・Bellas Artes (Linea 2)
・Allende (Linea 2)
・Hidalgo (Linea 2 y 3)
・Viveros (Linea 3)
・Indio Verdes (Linea 3)
・Polanco (Linea 7)
・Atlalico (Linea8)
・Ciudad Azteca (Linea B)
・Pantitlan(conexion entre lineas1,5,9 y A)
(3) Although details are unclear, the victims reportedly felt a pain similar to that of being stabbed with a needle, and then suffered symptoms such as dizziness, disorientation, drowsiness, and fainting. It has also been reported that most of the victims were women.
2. Important Notices
(1) To date, there have been no confirmed reports of injuries to Japanese nationals. However, as the incidents include stations in areas where many Japanese nationals live, please be extremely careful when moving around.
(2) Please avoid using public transportation (especially subways) during rush hour and other crowded times as much as possible. If you have to use public transportation, please be aware of your surroundings.
(3) If you are a victim of a traffic accident, ask a nearby police officer (or a passenger) for help and seek medical attention at a specialized medical institution.
(Contact information)
Embassy of Japan in MexicoAddress: 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 out of service: +52(55)7100-3164)
Fax:+52(55)5207-7030
Email: ryojibu@me.mofa.go.jp
★The Ministry of Foreign Affairs' Overseas Safety website provides a variety of materials summarizing safety precautions to take when traveling abroad, so please use them to help you with your overseas safety measures.
<Golgo 13's 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 for Overseas Assignments>
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/pamph/pdf/pamph_08.pdf
<Q&A on measures against threats and kidnappings overseas>
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/pamph/pdf/pamph_04.pdf
★If you are the 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 your home country, 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 emailing a scanned version of the notification to us.
Change notification format: https://www.mx.emb-japan.go.jp/files/000180336.doc
★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, delete, or change your email address for other information-related notifications from the Embassy, please visit the following URL.
https://www.ezairyu.mofa.go.jp/mailmz/menu?emb=mx
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[Warning] Robbery incident in Culiacan, Sinaloa
April 26, 2025, 9:30 a.m.
1. Overview of the incident
At around 16:30 on Thursday, April 17th, a Japanese woman finished shopping at a supermarket in Culiacan, Sinaloa, and was getting into her car parked in an outdoor parking lot when two men wearing balaclavas from another car pointed a gun at her and threatened her to get out of the car. When she got out of the car as instructed, her car and mobile phone were stolen.
2. Important Notices
Due to the worsening security situation, security authorities are trying to strengthen security in the state of Sinaloa, but there are still many incidents occurring, including murders, shootouts, robberies, etc. Please be aware of the following points and exercise caution when traveling within the state.
(1) Murders, shootouts, and robberies occur even during daylight hours. If you sense something unusual around you, be careful not to get caught up in them by quickly leaving the area. Also, be aware of dangerous locations from media information and consider an action plan, including the time of day.
(2) Most robberies are violent crimes that use weapons such as handguns or knives. If you resist, there is a possibility that you may become a secondary victim, so do not push yourself and follow the instructions of the perpetrator. (If you are the victim of a robbery, provoking the perpetrator increases the risk of harm to your life or body. It is generally said that if you hand over money or valuables without resisting, the risk is lower, so please remain calm and follow the perpetrator's instructions.)
(Contact information)
Embassy of Japan in MexicoAddress: 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 out of service: +52(55)7100-3164)
Fax:+52(55)5207-7030
Email: ryojibu@me.mofa.go.jp
★The Ministry of Foreign Affairs' Overseas Safety website provides a variety of materials summarizing safety precautions to take when traveling abroad, so please use them to help you with your overseas safety measures.
<Golgo 13's 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 for Overseas Assignments>
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/pamph/pdf/pamph_08.pdf
<Q&A on measures against threats and kidnappings overseas>
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/pamph/pdf/pamph_04.pdf
★If you are the 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 your home country, 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 emailing a scanned version of the notification to us.
Change notification format: https://www.mx.emb-japan.go.jp/files/000180336.doc
★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, delete, or change your email address for other information-related notifications from the Embassy, please visit the following URL.
https://www.ezairyu.mofa.go.jp/mailmz/menu?emb=mx
★If you have signed up for TabiReji and would like to stop receiving emails, please follow the procedure to stop receiving emails from the URL below.
https://www.ezairyu.mofa.go.jp/tabireg/simple/delete
