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 30, 2025, midnight Hurricane season warning (North, Central and South America)
- 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)
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 and take precautions in advance, such as stockpiling disaster prevention supplies, drinking water, and food.
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.
Travel advisories from local embassies and consulates
Information from the past two weeks.
Demonstration information (May 28th and 29th)
May 27, 2025, 1:25 a.m.
On the 14th, the Senate rejected a proposed referendum to decide on the labor reform bill. In response, President Petro called for nationwide demonstrations in support of the reform.
2. Following the President's statement, trade unions have called for people to take part in nationwide demonstrations and rallies in major cities on Wednesday, May 28th and Thursday, May 29th to protest the rejection of the referendum plan and to voice support for the new plan.
3. It is difficult to pinpoint the time, location, and scale of demonstrations, etc., but the information that is currently known is as follows:
28th, Bogota
The demonstration will start at 9:00 am from Parque Nacional and march to Plaza de Bolivar. Marches may also take place from rally sites at public universities such as Universidad Nacional, Universidad Pedagogica, and other locations to Plaza de Bolivar.
- The demonstration started at Parque de Las Banderas in the city of Cali at 9:00 a.m. and marched to the prefectural government office.
- Rally starting at 8:00 a.m. at Plaza de Bolivar in Armenia City.
- Rally starting at 9:00 a.m. at Parque Ernesto Gutierrez in Manizales city.
Rally held at Plaza de Bolivar in Bogota on the 29th.
- Rally starting at 8:00 a.m. at Plaza de Bolivar in Armenia City.
4. In the past, there have been cases where participants in demonstrations have escalated into riots, destroying public facilities and attacking police officers, so we cannot say that there is no possibility of such unforeseen incidents occurring with the current demonstrations and other calls. When going out, please check the latest information on transportation and routes, and on demonstrations and other events on the Internet, and be careful when traveling. If you happen to encounter a scene where a crowd is clashing with the police, do not take photos or videos, but leave the scene immediately to ensure your own safety.
[Contact Information]
Embassy of Japan in Colombia
Carrera 7 No.71-21, Torre B Piso 11, Bogota DC
(Opening hours: Weekdays 9:00-12:00, 13:30-17:30)
https://www.colombia.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
Preventing ATM skimming
May 22, 2025, 6:45 a.m.
On the 20th, the Chapinero Police Station in Bogota arrested three members of a criminal organization on the spot for skimming ATMs. The perpetrators had installed some kind of device in the card reader of the ATM in advance and used skimming to extract the card information of ATM users.
2. ATM skimming methods used in Colombia include (1) installing an unauthorized reading device in the card reader part of the ATM, and (2) embedding a tiny camera disguised as a screw or other part of the ATM into the ATM, and relaying or recording card information such as PIN numbers via wired or wireless connections to a location where the criminal is located.
The following are recommended as crime prevention measures:
(1) Before using an ATM, check to see if there are any unnatural screws or other structures attached to the area or suspicious cords on the floor.
(2) When entering your PIN, cover the input area with your other hand to prevent it from being photographed. Also, make sure your card number and other details are not visible to others around you.
(3) Use ATMs that are in well-lit areas or trusted locations such as inside banks.
(4) Check your account balance frequently to see if there are any unauthorized withdrawals.
[Contact Information]
Embassy of Japan in Colombia
Carrera 7 No.71-21, Torre B Piso 11, Bogota DC
(Opening hours: Weekdays 9:00-12:00, 13:30-17:30)
https://www.colombia.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
