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.
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.
March 25, 2020, midnight
感染がさらに拡大する可能性があるので，最新情報を入手し，感染予防に努めてください。
Travel advisories from local embassies and consulates
Information from the past two weeks.
Warning about the bad weather "Alexandros"
Nov. 15, 2024, 10:51 p.m.
1. Major areas where bad weather is expected: Friday, 15th
The Ionian Islands will experience bad weather from midday onwards, but will begin to recover by late evening.
Bad weather will hit Epirus, western central Greece and northern and western Peloponnese from around midday, but will improve by the evening.
- Western Macedonia, Thessaly, Sporades, Euboea and eastern central Greece from around 6pm
■ 16th (Sat)
- Thessaly, Sporades and eastern central Greece until around 6 pm, Euboea until around 9 pm. Heavy rains are expected in eastern central Greece (Larissa, Magnesia), Sporades and central and northern Euboea, and torrential downpours in northeastern central Greece (Fissiotida, Biotia).
- East Aegean Islands and Dodecanese Islands: from around 2:00 a.m. to around 8:00 p.m.
- Cyclades Islands: until around 5am.
- Western Crete: from around 6pm until late at night.
2. The Greek Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Disaster Preparedness has called for the following preventive measures against severe weather. In addition, emergency messages will be sent to mobile phones via "112" depending on the region as necessary.
- Make an effort to obtain the latest information through television, radio, etc. and follow the instructions of the authorities.
- In case of bad weather, refrain from going out unless it is absolutely necessary.
・Avoid activities in marine or coastal areas.
-Do not cross flooded streams or roads, either by car or on foot.
- In strong winds, do not go near large trees, signs, or other objects that may fall or tip over.
- In case of danger, call 112 (the European emergency number for emergency services), 100 (police), 199 (fire and rescue department) or 166 (ambulance).
If you are currently in Greece, we ask you to ensure your safety by collecting the latest weather information from the following websites, following the advice of the authorities, etc.
<Reference sites>
Greek Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Disaster Management
https://www.civilprotection.gr/el
Announcement regarding the severe weather event "Alexandros"
https://civilprotection.gov.gr/en/deltia-tupou/epideinosi-toy-kairoy-apo-simera-os-kai-brady-toy-sabbatoy-me-ishyres-brohes-kai
○Hellenic Meteorological Agency
http://www.emy.gr/emy/el/
Embassy of Japan in Greece (Consular Section)
Embassy of Japan in Greece
46, Ethnikis Antistasseos St., 152 31 Halandri
Telephone: 210-670-9910, 9911
FAX: 210-670-9981
Email: consular@at.mofa.go.jp
Website: https://www.gr.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
Information on shipping suspensions due to general strike (November 20th)
Nov. 15, 2024, 7:11 p.m.
■Scheduled suspension of ships (including ferries): 24 hours from midnight on the 20th (Wed) *This information may be subject to change, so please check the latest information before heading out.
<Reference site>
○ Shipworkers' Union (Greek)
https://www.pno.gr/anakoinoseis
Embassy of Japan in Greece (Consular Section)
Embassy of Japan in Greece
46, Ethnikis Antistasseos St., 152 31 Halandri
Telephone: 210-670-9910, 9911
FAX: 210-670-9981
Email: consular@at.mofa.go.jp
Website: https://www.gr.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
Rallies and demonstrations on the anniversary of the Student Uprising (November 17th)
Nov. 15, 2024, 7:01 p.m.
1. Protest route in Athens
The demonstration is scheduled to begin around noon on Sunday, the 17th, at the Technical University of Athens (near the National Archaeological Museum), then pass through Syntagma Square and Vasilissis Sophias Street to the U.S. Embassy.
■See the planned route of the demonstration march (map created by our Embassy)
https://www.gr.emb-japan.go.jp/pdf/map_17nov.pdf
2. Traffic restrictions in Athens city center
Greek police have announced that they will implement gradual traffic control measures in central Athens from 6:00 a.m. on Friday, the 15th to 6:00 a.m. on Monday, the 18th, depending on the situation. The outline is as follows:
(1) During the above period, parking, stopping, and traffic will be prohibited, mainly on roads around Athens Technical University and Exarchia Square.
(2) During the above period, please avoid driving or parking your vehicles along the demonstration route and in the vicinity of the U.S. Embassy.
(3) On the 17th (Sunday), from 6:00 a.m., a ban on parking and stopping will be implemented, and from noon, a ban on traffic will be implemented until the end of the demonstration march, mainly in the following areas: Panepistimiou Street, around Omonia Square, Stadiou Street, around Syntagma Square, Vasilisis Sofias Street, Alexandras Street, Amalias Street, Singur Street, Ermou Street, Kifisias Street, Mesogion Street, etc. (The measures may be partial.)
3. Public transport
According to reports, bus and trolleybus routes will be changed between Friday 15th and Monday 18th, and metro stations may be closed, especially on Sunday 17th (in the past, Omonia, Panepistimio, Syntagma, Evangelismos and Megalo Moussikis stations).
<Reference sites>
○Greek Police
https://www.astynomia.gr/
○Athens City Transport Agency (OASA)
https://www.oasa.gr/
Contact: 11185
Embassy of Japan in Greece (Consular Section)
Embassy of Japan in Greece
46, Ethnikis Antistasseos St., 152 31 Halandri
Telephone: 210-670-9910, 9911
FAX: 210-670-9981
Email: consular@at.mofa.go.jp
Website: https://www.gr.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
Beware of financial troubles
Nov. 13, 2024, 12:21 a.m.
<Details>
・In Athens (airport or downtown), a Greek man approaches a Japanese person while showing his ID card, and requests, "I want to talk to a Japanese person on the phone. I don't have any cash on hand right now, so please lend me some money (several dozen euros) for a mobile phone SIM card." After obtaining the SIM card, he repeatedly asks for financial assistance under new pretexts, such as, "I'll return the money, so please come with me to the bank. I need money (several hundred euros) to withdraw from the bank, so please lend it to me." In the end, the money is never returned.
・This case takes advantage of the kindness of solo travelers, and it will be difficult to recover the money that was lent. Even if a stranger approaches you and provides you with their ID and contact information, do not trust them easily, do not agree to financial assistance, and leave the scene. Please be careful to avoid similar troubles.
The Embassy is taking measures to raise awareness of safety measures in light of the occurrence of crimes against Japanese nationals. If you are a victim of crime, please report it to the police and also notify our Embassy.
【reference】
・Embassy of Japan in Greece (Safety Information)
https://www.gr.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/security_menu.html
*Please be aware that there has been a steady increase in cases of passport and personal belongings theft (pickpocketing, bag snatching, etc.).
・Overseas Safety Cheatsheet 2024
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/pamph/pdf/toranomaki.pdf
Embassy of Japan in Greece (Consular Section)
Embassy of Japan in Greece
46, Ethnikis Antistasseos St., 152 31 Halandri
Telephone: 210-670-9910, 9911
FAX: 210-670-9981
Email: consular@at.mofa.go.jp
Website: https://www.gr.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
