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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Table of contents
- May 21, 2025, midnight Rabies Alert (Updated)
- 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
Rabies Alert (Updated)
May 21, 2025, midnight Wide area information (infectious diseases)
Updated information on rabies.
Although there are no unusual circumstances such as an increase in the number of cases, rabies is still occurring around the world, mainly in Asia and Africa, so please continue to be vigilant.
[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.
Travel advisories from local embassies and consulates
Information from the past two weeks.
Pickpocketing incidents on Santiago City's subway line 1 (Warning)
May 28, 2025, 7 a.m.
1. Pickpocket Prevention Measures (1) Keep your valuables within sight
Store your wallet and smartphone in an inner pocket or zippered pocket of your bag, not in the back pocket of your trousers.
(2) Hold your bag in front of you and hold it with your hands
Shoulder bags and backpacks should be carried in front of your body, with your hands holding them down.
(3) Pay attention to your surroundings
Be especially careful in crowded places, and if you notice any suspicious people or unusual behavior, leave the area immediately.
(4) To prevent damage, do not carry unnecessary items with you
Try not to carry large amounts of cash or multiple credit cards. If you do carry them, take measures such as distributing them in multiple places.
2. If you are a victim
(1) If you are a victim, prioritize ensuring your own safety, do not pursue the victim too deeply, do not resist unreasonably, and do not provoke the victim.
(2) File a report of the crime at the police station (Carabineros) and obtain a “Certificate (Constancia)” issued by the police station.
(3) Contact your credit card company and suspend your card to prevent fraudulent use.
Pickpocketing incidents like this are particularly likely to occur in crowded train cars or at train stations, so please be careful not to become a victim of this crime.
Possible gas leak in downtown Santiago (Warning)
May 21, 2025, 1:35 a.m.
A strong smell of gas was detected in the center of Santiago at around noon on May 20th, leading to precautionary evacuation measures in some areas.
1 Specific areas: - Near the intersection of Compañia Street and Teatinhos Street - Near the intersection of Catedral Street and Almirante Barroso Street - Near the intersection of Libertad Street and Presidente Errazuriz Street - Near the intersection of Yungay Street and Libertad Street Although no clear gas leak has been confirmed at this time, caution is required to ensure safety.
2. Requests for safety: Please refrain from entering the center of Santiago (especially the area around Teatinos Street).
If you smell gas, leave the area immediately.
・The use of open flames is strictly prohibited, and the use of electronic devices should be kept to a minimum.
- Follow the instructions of local authorities.
Please check the latest information and act with safety as your top priority.
Warning about explosion incidents
May 20, 2025, 10:20 p.m.
1. Explosion incident
According to media reports, an explosion occurred in the early hours of May 20th near the intersection of Pedro de Valdivia Street and Alfredo Barros Elauris Street in Santiago, in front of a commercial building housing several companies, caused by an explosive device planted outside by an unknown person. The blast caused physical damage, including broken windows in the building, but no injuries have been reported. Police authorities are currently investigating the incident.
2 Alert
The suspect and background of this crime are currently under investigation, and we cannot rule out the possibility of similar incidents or explosions targeting ordinary civilians occurring in the future.
Therefore, please make an effort to obtain the latest relevant information from the media, etc., and avoid places that are likely to be targets of terrorism (government, military, and police facilities, department stores, squares, and other places where large numbers of people gather) and traveling at night when there are fewer people around. In addition, when you go out, always pay attention to your surroundings, and if you notice any suspicious people or situations, please leave the area immediately and take sufficient care to ensure your safety.
