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
- 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.
Advance notice of strikes at Colombian airports (warning)
May 8, 2025, 6:35 a.m.
According to reports, the immigration union working at airports across the country, including El Dorado International Airport, has given advance notice of a strike to demand better working conditions, stating that they will begin on Friday, May 9th if the government does not implement the improvements it previously promised.
2. The situation is fluid and there is a possibility that a strike will not take place, but if one does take place, there is a risk of queues at immigration, and we recommend that you arrive at the airport earlier than usual when departing. In addition, flights you plan to take may be affected by the strike and may be suspended, so please check the latest information in the news or on the airline's website.
3. We will inform you of two ways to speed up your immigration inspection.
(1) Bio-Mig: There is an unmanned gate where you can pass through after scanning your passport into the machine and entering various information. This service is only available to foreigners when departing from the country. If you register your name, flight number, etc. in advance with Check-Mig before using Bio-Mig, you can avoid the trouble of entering various information such as your name on Bio-Mig, which will further reduce time.
(2) Automated Immigration Screening Service (Migracion automatica): This service allows holders of a Colombian permanent residence visa "R" or immigrant visa "M" to register in advance at the immigration office, thereby speeding up the immigration screening process. This service is particularly useful for those who frequently enter and leave the country for business purposes, etc.
[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
Demonstration Information (May 1st)
April 30, 2025, 2:15 a.m.
1. According to reports, demonstrations and rallies in support of the Petro administration's policies are being called for in major cities across the country on May 1 (Thursday), May Day.
2. It is difficult to pinpoint the time, location, and scale of demonstrations, etc., but the main information that has been identified so far is as follows:
・Bogota City
At 8:00 a.m., the march left Planteario District and reached Barrio La Perseverancia.
At 9:00 a.m., the march left Parque Nacional and reached Plaza de Bolivar.
・Medellin City
At 9:00 a.m., the march left Parque Obrero and reached Parque de los Deseos.
・Cali city
At 9:00 a.m., the march left Parque Obrero and took place throughout the city.
・Barranquilla City
At 8am, the march left Carrera 4 and reached Colegio Sofia Camargo.
Armenia City
Meeting at Banco de la Republica (Carrera16#21-14) at 9:00 a.m.
・Pereira City
8:00 a.m. Rally at Plaza de Bolivar
・Cartagena City
At 8:00 a.m., the march left Cuatro Vientos and reached the cancha de softbol del barrio Blas de Lezo.
3. 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
