US Flights to Require Health Declaration Over Ebola Concerns
Translated & summarized from Arutz Sheva by baba
Starting November 3, 2026, international flights to the U.S. will require passengers to declare they haven't visited the Democratic Republic of Congo recently due to an Ebola outbreak. This applies to all travelers, including Israelis, who must sign the declaration or be denied boarding. The measure aims to prevent Ebola's entry into the United States.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- International flights to the U.S. will require a health declaration starting November 3, 2026.
- The declaration confirms travelers have not visited the Democratic Republic of Congo in 21 days.
- The new rule is a response to the ongoing Ebola outbreak in Congo.
- Passengers who do not sign the declaration will be denied boarding.
- The requirement applies to all international travelers, including Israelis.
Beginning November 3, 2026, international travelers flying to the United States will be required to sign a health declaration stating they have not visited the Democratic Republic of Congo within the preceding 21 days. This new measure, prompted by an Ebola outbreak in Congo, aims to mitigate the risk of the virus entering the U.S. Travelers will be able to complete the declaration either digitally or on paper.
The requirement will apply to all international passengers, including U.S. citizens and transit passengers. Failure to submit the signed declaration will result in passengers being denied boarding.
U.S. authorities are implementing this step to proactively identify travelers who may have been exposed to the Ebola virus, which can cause severe illness. The process is described as brief and is intended to prevent potential delays at the boarding gate. Travelers are advised to prepare for this additional step alongside their passport, ticket, and U.S. entry authorization.
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