COVID-19 risks
Oct. 19, 2022, midnight
In light of the fact that the global infection situation is generally improving, and that G7 countries have already stopped designating levels by country and region, all the new coronavirus infectious disease risk information will be 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 Warning about the smuggling of illegal drugs (marijuana, etc.)
- April 30, 2025, midnight [Wide Area Information] Warning about international romance scams
- 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
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.).
[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.
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.
Regarding the shooting incident at a soccer stadium in Fortaleza
May 8, 2025, 7:30 a.m.
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Consular Section, Consulate General of Japan in Recife
Tel:+55-81-3049-8300
Email: consular.cjr@rc.mofa.go.jp
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[Warning] Demonstration by supporters of former President Jair Bolsonaro
May 8, 2025, 1:20 a.m.
1. According to information on the Internet, a "peaceful march (demonstration)" (organized by Pastor Silas Malafaia) is scheduled to take place today at 4 p.m., at the call of former President Bolsonaro, to demand a humanitarian amnesty for those detained in connection with the riots that occurred in Brasilia on January 8, 2023.
2. The demonstration will be a 3km march from the assembly point, the Brasilia Television Tower (Torre de TV), to Avenida Jose Sarney, and is scheduled to end at 5:30 p.m. In addition, the Brasilia Federal District Police (PM-DF) are scheduled to step up security by restricting traffic along the route and setting up barricades around major buildings.
3. Japanese nationals residing in the country and those currently staying in the area should make efforts to obtain the latest information on the demonstrations from the media, and when going out, be more mindful of your surroundings than usual in places where many people gather to avoid being caught up in unforeseen incidents. Also, be careful not to approach areas where protests are taking place without a specific purpose.
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Embassy of Japan in Brazil Tel: (55-61) 3442-4200
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[Warning] Shooting breaks out in Bateu district of Curitiba
May 6, 2025, 5:50 a.m.
If you happen to encounter a shooting scene, please take the following actions to ensure your safety:
- Immediately leave the shooting scene and maintain as much distance as possible, never approaching it.
- If an incident occurs nearby and it is difficult to evacuate, cover your head with your arms or a bag, etc., lie face down with your feet facing the direction of the gunfire, and do not move from that spot until the gunfire stops and you are able to evacuate.
- Hide in the shadow of a nearby building or sturdy pillar.
When evacuating, stay as low as possible and move into the shade.
If you encounter a criminal carrying a firearm,
・Never resist.
・Do not look directly at the criminal or chase him.
Please take the following actions and make the safety of your life and body your top priority.
(Contact information)
Consulate General of Japan in Curitiba
- Telephone: 41-3322-4919
-e-mail: setorconsular@c1.mofa.go.jp
