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.
Travel advisories from local embassies and consulates
Information from the past two weeks.
Table of contents
- Oct. 10, 2024, 1:41 a.m. [Warning] Regarding an attempted vehicle robbery on the highway (Route 45D) in Guanajuato state (around Apaseo el Grande city)
- Oct. 8, 2024, 6:41 a.m. Caution for Hurricane Milton
- Oct. 4, 2024, 10:16 a.m. [Warning] Robbery and assault incident (Route 136, Tlaxcala State)
- Oct. 3, 2024, 8:11 a.m. Warning for Tropical Depression "Eleven-E"
- Sept. 27, 2024, 10:01 a.m. Warning for Hurricane John (2nd report)
[Warning] Regarding an attempted vehicle robbery on the highway (Route 45D) in Guanajuato state (around Apaseo el Grande city)
Oct. 10, 2024, 1:41 a.m.
1. Overview of the incident
At around 12:00 noon on Saturday, October 5th, two Japanese women (permanent residents) were driving a vehicle (SUV) from Salamanca to Queretaro on the highway when a white vehicle (without a license plate) drove alongside the Japanese women's vehicle and instructed them to open the window and stop. The perpetrators' vehicle stopped in front of the Japanese women's vehicle. Then, a motorcycle carrying two men and women pulled up next to the rear of the vehicle. Two men got out of the perpetrators' vehicle and threatened the Japanese women with what appeared to be guns, but the Japanese woman who was driving noticed that the rear of her vehicle was empty, and took advantage of the perpetrators' distraction to back up her vehicle and escape.
The scene of the stop was approximately five minutes from the toll booth at the Queretaro state border, and after passing the toll booth, the criminals did not pursue them.
2. Precautions: Although security authorities are patrolling the area, there are still many cases of vehicle robberies in similar locations. Please be especially careful when driving across state borders.
Although we were fortunate to have escaped this latest incident, such actions always carry great risks, so to all Japanese nationals residing overseas, if you should become a victim, please make your life your top priority.
(1) Robbery incidents occur even during daylight hours. In particular, there have been frequent vehicle robberies on Route 45D, which runs from Salamanca to the Querétaro border. If you are traveling across states, please carefully consider your travel plans, including the route and time of day.
(2) Most vehicle robberies are violent, using guns or blocking roads. On highways, the robbers are also driving at high speeds, so trying to escape can lead to a serious accident. If it is difficult to escape due to the situation, do not force yourself and follow the instructions of the robber.
(3) If you are robbed, do not resist but comply with the robber's demands and avoid any words or actions that may provoke the robber, such as staring at or chasing the robber. (If you are the victim of a robbery, provoking the robber increases the risk of harm to your life or body. It is generally said that the risk is lower if you hand over money or valuables without resisting, so remain calm and follow the robber's instructions.)
(Contact information)
Consulate General of Japan in Leon
Blvd. Adolfo Lopez Mateos No.1717 Piso 9, Col. Los Gavilanes, Leon, Guanajuato
Tel: +52(477)343-4800
Email: ryojibu@lo.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 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 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
Caution for Hurricane Milton
Oct. 8, 2024, 6:41 a.m.
[Preparation before landing/approach]
(1) Collect the latest information from the media and relevant organizations.
(2) In preparation for a power outage, prepare flashlights, lighters, candles, a portable radio, spare batteries, etc., and secure and stockpile necessary supplies such as drinking water, food, and gasoline.
(3) In anticipation of the possibility of evacuation, prepare a passport, cash, rain gear, portable water, food, etc. and keep them ready to take with you at any time.
(4) Move any items that may be blown away by strong winds indoors or secure them.
(5) Make sure you know evacuation locations and evacuation routes.
(6) Confirm emergency contact methods and evacuation shelters with family members etc.
(7) If you are living or staying in a coastal area, be aware of high tides and consider evacuating to a safer inland area in advance.
(reference)
National Hurricane Center: (http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/)
*If you have any questions, please contact the embassy listed below.
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[Email sender]
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 not working: (+52) (55) 7100-3164)
Fax:(+52)55-5207-7030
HP: https://www.mx.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
[Warning] Robbery and assault incident (Route 136, Tlaxcala State)
Oct. 4, 2024, 10:16 a.m.
1. Overview of the incident
On Friday, September 27, 2024, at around 12:00, one Japanese man and one driver (a company representative and a local employee) were transporting cargo on Route 136 in Tlaxcala (just before entering Puebla from Tlaxcala) when the victim stopped the car to make a phone call and got out of the car, when two men on a motorcycle approached from behind, one of whom hit him in the head with a gun, causing injuries such as a head injury that required several stitches and bruises all over his body. The men also robbed the victim's valuables, such as his wallet, and the cash that was in the car, and left the scene in the victim's car.
2. Important Notices
In Mexico, robberies occur especially on highways. Even if you are only on the highway for a short time, do not get out of your car. Instead, get out in a crowded area where there are many people.
The risk of becoming a victim is higher during times (places) when there are fewer people around. Please be aware that there is a higher risk on highways, even in relatively safe areas, because police officers are not stationed there.
(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 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 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 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
Warning for Tropical Depression "Eleven-E"
Oct. 3, 2024, 8:11 a.m.
[Preparation before landing/approach]
(1) Collect the latest information from the media and relevant organizations.
(2) In preparation for a power outage, prepare flashlights, lighters, candles, a portable radio, spare batteries, etc., and secure and stockpile necessary supplies such as drinking water, food, and gasoline.
(3) In anticipation of the possibility of evacuation, prepare a passport, cash, rain gear, portable water, food, etc. and keep them ready to take with you at any time.
(4) Move any items that may be blown away by strong winds indoors or secure them.
(5) Make sure you know evacuation locations and evacuation routes.
(6) Confirm emergency contact methods and evacuation shelters with family members etc.
(7) If you are living or staying in a coastal area, be aware of high tides and consider evacuating to a safer inland area in advance.
(reference)
National Hurricane Center: (http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/)
*If you have any questions, please contact the embassy listed below.
*********************************************************************
[Email sender]
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 not working: (+52) (55) 7100-3164)
Fax:(+52)55-5207-7030
HP: https://www.mx.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
Warning for Hurricane John (2nd report)
Sept. 27, 2024, 10:01 a.m.
[Preparation before landing/approach]
(1) Collect the latest information from the media and relevant organizations.
(2) In preparation for a power outage, prepare flashlights, lighters, candles, a portable radio, spare batteries, etc., and secure and stockpile necessary supplies such as drinking water, food, and gasoline.
(3) In anticipation of the possibility of evacuation, prepare a passport, cash, rain gear, portable water, food, etc. and keep them ready to take with you at any time.
(4) Move any items that may be blown away by strong winds indoors or secure them.
(5) Make sure you know evacuation locations and evacuation routes.
(6) Confirm emergency contact methods and evacuation shelters with family members etc.
(7) If you are living or staying in a coastal area, be aware of high tides and consider evacuating to a safer inland area in advance.
(reference)
National Hurricane Center: (http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/)
*If you have any questions, please contact the embassy listed below.
*********************************************************************
[Email sender]
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 not working: (+52) (55) 7100-3164)
Fax:(+52)55-5207-7030
HP: https://www.mx.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
