Travel Advisory to the USA – Ebola Outbreak Information

In response to the ongoing Ebola outbreak, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have implemented temporary entry restrictions for customers travelling to the United States who have recently travelled from, or been present in, certain countries affected by the outbreak.

The restrictions apply to customers who have travelled from, or been present in, any of the following countries within the previous 21 days:

  • Uganda
  • Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)
  • South Sudan

As of 31 July 2026, the restriction has now been increased that any passengers (including US citizens) who have been in the DRC in the last 21 days should not board a flight to the US, and will not be allowed entry. 

US Citizens or Nationals who have been in Uganda or South Sudan in the last 21 days should continue to enter through the nominated airports, as detailed below.

For U.S. citizens and U.S. nationals 

U.S. citizens and U.S. nationals can continue to travel to the United States. However, customers must arrive via one of the designated airports below, where additional public health screening measures may take place on arrival:

  • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
  • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
  • George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
  • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

For customers who are not U.S. citizens or U.S. nationals 

Customers who are not U.S. citizens or U.S. nationals are not permitted to enter the United States if they have travelled from, or been present in, Uganda, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), or South Sudan within the previous 21 days.

Duration of the measures

On 21 June 2026, the CDC extended the Public Health Order for an additional 30 days. The measures remain subject to ongoing review by U.S. authorities and may be amended or extended further depending on the public health situation.

Before you travel

We strongly recommend checking the latest guidance from the CDC and U.S. government authorities before travelling to ensure you meet all applicable entry requirements.

For the latest information, please visit https://www.cdc.gov