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.
Local and national news
Information for the past 30 days.
Alert regarding chikungunya fever
Nov. 21, 2025, midnight Wide area information (infectious diseases)
● Chikungunya fever, which causes symptoms such as fever, joint pain, and rash, is prevalent in Central and South America, Africa, and Asia.
● Chikungunya fever is transmitted through the bite of a mosquito infected with the chikungunya virus, so in the above areas please be sure to take the preventive measures described below in 1(4), such as wearing long sleeves and using insect repellent spray.
● If you suspect you may be infected, please visit a medical institution as soon as possible.
Zika virus infection alert (updated)
Nov. 21, 2025, midnight Wide area information (infectious diseases)
● The number of cases of Zika virus infection, which causes symptoms such as fever and rash and can result in congenital disorders such as microcephaly in fetuses, has decreased globally since 2017, but infections continue to occur, albeit in small numbers, in Latin America, Africa, and the Asia-Pacific region.
● Zika virus infection is transmitted through the bite of a mosquito infected with the virus, so if you are in the above areas, please be sure to take the preventive measures listed below in 1(4), such as wearing long sleeves and using insect repellent spray.
● If you suspect you may be infected, please visit a medical institution as soon as possible.
Lifting of infectious disease risk information for Mpox
Sept. 12, 2025, midnight Wide area information (infectious diseases)
●The infectious disease risk information level 1 (take extreme caution) regarding Mpox issued for the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, Uganda, the Republic of the Congo, and the Central African Republic will be lifted.
●Sporadical infections are still being seen around the world, so please stay up to date on the infection situation in your destination and take measures to prevent infection.
Travel advisories from local embassies and consulates
Information from the past two weeks.
Caution as tensions with the United States rise (Part 3)
Nov. 23, 2025, 10 a.m.
According to media reports, on the 21st, the U.S. Federal Aviation Authority (FAA) issued a Notice of Action (NOTAM) for aircraft flying in the vicinity of Venezuela, citing increased military activity and potential danger to aircraft.
2. On the 22nd, due to the impact of this safety information, some airlines flying to and from Venezuela announced cancellations or temporary suspensions of flights.
3. As there are concerns that flights to and from Venezuela will be affected from tomorrow onwards, please make sure to stay up to date with the latest information via the media and the official websites of airlines and airports, and carefully consider whether or not to travel.
4. Although there is currently no specific threat information within Venezuela, the possibility of the situation there becoming tense due to some trigger cannot be ruled out. Therefore, please be prepared for unforeseen circumstances and make efforts to ensure your own safety by taking the following safety measures.
(1) Always try to obtain the latest information from the media, etc. False information that stirs up anxiety may be circulating on social media, so try to act calmly and check multiple reliable sources of information to avoid being misled by false information.
(2) In the event of an emergency, first ensure your own safety. In dangerous situations, do not force yourself to travel, but consider waiting at home or at work, and avoid unnecessary outings.
(3) In the event of an emergency, it is expected that you will need to stay at home for a certain period of time. Therefore, prepare a stockpile of the minimum necessary supplies, such as water, food, medical supplies, and fuel, for approximately two to three weeks.
(4) Any behavior that may arouse caution (such as the use of small boats, possession of drones, resistance to security authorities, photographing military exercises, facilities and equipment, or important facilities such as oil fields) must be strictly refrained from.
(5) Never enter areas where the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a Level 3 travel warning (parts of Sucre State and the Colombian border areas such as Zulia State).
【reference】
●Our "Safety Guide"
The Embassy's website contains a "Crime Prevention Guide" and an "Emergency Response Manual for Japanese Nationals Residents in Venezuela" as reference materials to help those traveling to or staying in Venezuela ensure their own safety.
https://www.ve.emb-japan.go.jp/files/100898362.pdf
Consular email dated October 28th: Caution due to rising tensions with the United States
https://www.ve.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/11_000001_00545.html
Consular email dated November 14th: Caution regarding rising tensions with the United States (Part 2)
https://www.ve.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/11_000001_00546.html
[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 TabiRegi.
・If you have registered for TabiRegi 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
Notification of Return/Moving Out 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 inform your acquaintances, business travelers, and tourists to submit a Residence Notification (for stays of three months or more) or register with Tabi-Regi (for stays of less than three months) so that information on safety measures can reach as many people as possible.
Caution as tensions with the United States rise (Part 2)
Nov. 14, 2025, 11:20 a.m.
1. According to media reports, on the 13th, one guided-missile destroyer and one guided-missile cruiser were confirmed to be sailing 50 km from the Venezuelan mainland, and on the same day, Secretary of War Hegseth announced that "Operation Southern Spear" would be carried out to eliminate narco-terrorists from the Western Hemisphere and protect the country from drugs, although the specifics of the operation are unclear.
On September 23, the Venezuelan government announced that "President Maduro signed a decree declaring a state of emergency in order to protect core interests from foreign attacks." This decree will be activated immediately in the event of a foreign attack or other emergency, and will grant the president additional security powers, enabling him to respond to such situations.
3. Currently, the situation in Caracas remains peaceful, with people living their lives as usual, and we have not received any specific information regarding threats. However, we cannot rule out the possibility that the situation could become tense due to some trigger. Therefore, we ask that you always be prepared for unforeseen circumstances, take the following safety precautions, and make efforts to ensure your own safety.
(1) Always try to obtain the latest information from the media, etc. False information that stirs up anxiety may be circulating on social media, so try to act calmly and check multiple reliable sources of information to avoid being misled by false information.
(2) In the event of an emergency, first ensure your own safety. In dangerous situations, do not force yourself to travel, but consider waiting at home or at work, and avoid unnecessary outings.
(3) In the event of an emergency, it is expected that you will need to stay at home for a certain period of time. Therefore, prepare a two- to three-week supply of the minimum necessary supplies, such as water, food, medical supplies, and fuel. Also, confirm that you have a means of contacting and gathering information in an emergency (such as a battery-powered radio). Prepare a certain amount of US dollar cash in case of an unforeseen event.
(4) Any behavior that may arouse caution (such as the use of small boats, possession of drones, resistance to security authorities, photographing military exercises, facilities and equipment, or important facilities such as oil fields) must be strictly refrained from.
(5) Drug smuggling bases are said to be located in parts of Sucre State and the Colombian border area. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a Level 3 travel advisory for these areas, so you should never enter Level 3 areas.
【reference】
●Our "Safety Guide"
The Embassy's website contains a "Crime Prevention Guide" and an "Emergency Response Manual for Japanese Nationals Residents in Venezuela" as reference materials to help those traveling to or staying in Venezuela ensure their own safety.
https://www.ve.emb-japan.go.jp/files/100898362.pdf
Consular email dated October 28th: Caution due to rising tensions with the United States
https://www.ve.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/11_000001_00545.html
[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 TabiRegi.
・If you have registered for TabiRegi 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
Notification of Return/Moving Out 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 inform your acquaintances, business travelers, and tourists to submit a Residence Notification (for stays of three months or more) or register with Tabi-Regi (for stays of less than three months) so that information on safety measures can reach as many people as possible.
