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。
Local and national news
Information for the past 30 days.
Warning about special fraud cases (How to avoid becoming a perpetrator (Part 2))
Dec. 16, 2024, midnight wide area information
We would like to provide you with a warning about special fraud cases (How to avoid becoming a perpetrator (Part 2)).
Alert for terrorism in Europe and the US
Dec. 9, 2024, midnight wide area information
During holiday and event seasons such as Christmas and New Year, there are increased gatherings and movements of people, which raises concerns that the possibility of terrorist attacks increases.
* In recent years, terrorist attacks have been occurring frequently in Europe and the United States, targeting places where security and surveillance are weak and where many ordinary citizens gather (soft targets). In particular, areas near tourist facilities, event venues, restaurants, hotels, shopping malls, public transportation, religious facilities, etc. are prone to terrorist attacks, so caution is required at all times.
○ Always make an effort to obtain the latest information and take sufficient precautions to ensure your safety.
Warning about special fraud (to avoid becoming a victim)
Nov. 29, 2024, midnight wide area information
We will issue wide-area information on special frauds.
Caution regarding protests and other activities related to the situation in the Middle East
Oct. 5, 2024, midnight wide area information
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Travel advisories from local embassies and consulates
Information from the past two weeks.
Schengen Agreement application at Romanian land borders (from January 1, 2025)
Dec. 16, 2024, 10:31 p.m.
●From January 1, 2025, the Schengen Agreement will come into effect at Romania's land borders. In addition to the application of the Schengen Agreement to sea and air borders that has already come into effect since March 31, 2024, with this change in application, immigration controls between Romania and Schengen contracting states will be abolished at all land, sea and air borders from January 1, 2025.
●In principle, no immigration checks are carried out when traveling between Schengen countries, but temporary border controls may be introduced for reasons such as ensuring domestic security. In particular, the treatment of non-Schengen nationals, including Japanese nationals, may be fluid, so please always carry your Japanese passport when traveling between Schengen countries.
●If you are traveling to a Schengen country for a short stay, your passport must be valid for at least three months from the date of your planned departure from the Schengen country. In addition, the period during which you can stay in a Schengen country without a visa is limited to a maximum of 90 days within any 180-day period.
If you are traveling to a Schengen country for the purpose of a long-term stay, please check in advance with the immigration authorities of each country or the country's embassy in Japan for details of the immigration inspection and residence permit systems of the country of your stay and transit through.
For more information on the Schengen Agreement, please see the European Commission website below (in English).
https://home-affairs.ec.europa.eu/policies/schengen-borders-and-visa/schengen-area_en
●Council of the European Union: Press release (English)
https://www.consilium.europa.eu/en/press/press-releases/2024/12/12/schengen-council-decides-to-lift-land-border-controls-with-bulgaria-and-romania/
[Contact Information]
Consular Section of the Embassy of Japan in Romania Telephone: +40-21-319-1890
Email: consular@bu.mofa.go.jp
Regarding the situation following the Constitutional Court's decision to invalidate the presidential election
Dec. 7, 2024, 12:46 a.m.
1 Today, Friday, December 6th, the Romanian Constitutional Court ruled to invalidate the presidential elections.
2. As a result of this decision, the possibility cannot be ruled out that rallies and protests will be held in the future by those who are dissatisfied with the judgment.
3. We ask that you make an effort to obtain the latest information from the media, etc., and if you happen to encounter any of the above-mentioned rallies, protests, etc. taking place, please make your safety a priority by leaving the area immediately.
(Constitutional Court announcement)
https://www.ccr.ro/comunicat-de-presa-6-decembrie-2024/
[Contact Information]
Consular Section of the Embassy of Japan in Romania Telephone: +40-21-319-1890
Email: consular@bu.mofa.go.jp