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.
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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Information for the past 30 days.
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.
Direct flights resume between Venezuela and Panama
May 24, 2025, 2:55 a.m.
On the 22nd, the Panama Civil Aviation Authority announced the resumption of direct flights between Venezuela and Panama, which had been suspended since July 31st of last year (no specific timetable for resumption was mentioned).
2. Although there has been no official announcement from the Venezuelan authorities at this time, on the afternoon of the 23rd, Venesolana Airlines launched its first direct flight from Caracas to Panama City since it suspended operations last year.
3. Copa Airlines also announced on its website that it will resume daily direct flights from May 27th.
4. Flight operation status may change without prior notice, so please check the latest information.
[Contact Information]
Embassy of Japan in Venezuela Tel:(+58)212-262-3435
Consular Section Email Address: consul@cr.mofa.go.jp
Website: http://www.ve.emb-japan.go.jp
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In order to protect your family, friends and colleagues in the event of a disaster or unrest, please tell your acquaintances, business travelers and tourists to file a Residence Notification (for stays of 3 months or more) or register for a Tabi-Regi (for stays of less than 3 months) so that information on safety measures can reach as many people as possible.
Suspension of direct flights between Venezuela and Colombia (May 19th to May 25th)
May 20, 2025, 5:50 a.m.
1. Today, the 19th, the Venezuelan government announced that it would suspend direct flights between Venezuela and Colombia.
2. There has been no official announcement by Venezuelan aviation authorities as of now regarding the duration of the suspension, but they have notified aviation officials that flights will be suspended from May 19 to May 25, and Colombian aviation authorities have issued a statement confirming the same information.
3. Flight operation status may change without prior notice, so please check the latest information.
[Contact Information]
Embassy of Japan in Venezuela Tel:(+58)212-262-3435
Consular Section Email Address: consul@cr.mofa.go.jp
Website: http://www.ve.emb-japan.go.jp
・This email is automatically sent to the email address provided in your residence notification and the email address registered with Tabi-Regi.
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・If there are any changes to the information on your residence notification due to returning to your home country, moving, etc., please notify our Embassy.
Change notification https://www.ve.emb-japan.go.jp/files/100817976.pdf
Return/Move-out Notification https://www.ve.emb-japan.go.jp/files/100817974.pdf
In order to protect your family, friends and colleagues in the event of a disaster or unrest, please tell your acquaintances, business travelers and tourists to file a Residence Notification (for stays of 3 months or more) or register for a Tabi-Regi (for stays of less than 3 months) so that information on safety measures can reach as many people as possible.
Caution regarding the implementation of elections for members of the National Assembly, state governors, and state legislatures
May 20, 2025, 5:15 a.m.
On Sunday, May 25, Venezuela will hold elections for national representatives, state governors, and state legislators across the country, and the government has announced that it will deploy the military to handle the elections.
2 At this time, details such as polling locations and voting times have not been announced, but in previous elections, voting took place in public facilities such as schools from early morning until the evening (voting hours may be extended depending on the situation at the polling station), and restrictions such as a ban on the sale of alcohol and its provision in restaurants were imposed before and after voting. In addition, there is a possibility that the borders with Colombia and Brazil may be suddenly closed.
3. In order to avoid being caught up in unforeseen circumstances, please stay up to date with the latest information through media reports and take the following safety precautions.
(1) When going out, avoid places where many people gather, such as around polling stations, as much as possible.
(2) Be careful not to get into trouble through political statements or actions.
(3) Road closures and other measures may be in place, and there may be sections in which it is impossible to travel normal routes, so please be careful when going out.
[Contact Information]
Embassy of Japan in Venezuela Tel:(+58)212-262-3435
Consular Section Email Address: consul@cr.mofa.go.jp
Website: http://www.ve.emb-japan.go.jp
・This email is automatically sent to the email address provided in your residence notification and the email address registered with Tabi-Regi.
・If you have registered for Tabi-Regi 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
・If there are any changes to the information on your residence notification due to returning to your home country, moving, etc., please notify our Embassy.
Change notification https://www.ve.emb-japan.go.jp/files/100817976.pdf
Return/Move-out Notification https://www.ve.emb-japan.go.jp/files/100817974.pdf
In order to protect your family, friends and colleagues in the event of a disaster or unrest, please tell your acquaintances, business travelers and tourists to file a Residence Notification (for stays of 3 months or more) or register for a Tabi-Regi (for stays of less than 3 months) so that information on safety measures can reach as many people as possible.
