Temporary US entry restrictions for travellers recently in Ebola-affected countries
The US has introduced temporary entry restrictions for travellers recently in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda or South Sudan. Affected travellers should consult their airline before travelling.
- In effect from
- 29 Oct 2026
- Published
- 29 Oct 2026
The FCDO reports that the restrictions were introduced as a public health measure related to Ebola.
The source does not specify the recent-travel lookback period, exemptions or an effective date. Consult your airline before travelling and check the linked information for travellers returning from Ebola-affected areas.
Countries affected
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