U.S. to Begin Ebola Screening for Travelers from Democratic Republic of Congo

Effective November 3, 2026, the U.S. CDC will require international air passengers flying to the United States to confirm they have not visited the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) in the past 21 days. This new health screening measure aims to prevent the spread of the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, which has caused approximately 4,700 deaths in Africa, by requiring a signed declaration before boarding.