Starting November 3, 2026, all U.S. travelers must attest to no recent travel to the DRC to prevent Ebola spread, affecting even those transiting through other countries.
Health attestation required for US travelers
Starting November 3, 2026, all passengers traveling to the United States will need to complete a health attestation confirming they have not been in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) in the past 21 days. This step is meant to help prevent the spread of an ongoing Ebola outbreak in the DRC.Attestation applies to all passengers
The health attestation applies to everyone, regardless of their nationality or where they are coming from. This includes travelers from countries like France, Belgium, Switzerland, or Canada, even if they have never been to the DRC. People who are just passing through will also need to complete the form.Attestation can be in paper or digital form
The health attestation, called "Passenger Disclosure and Attestation to the United States of America," can be filled out on paper or digitally. Each traveler must complete their own form. For those under 18, a parent or legal guardian can sign on their behalf.Airlines must enforce the new rule
Airlines are required to prevent passengers from boarding if they do not have a properly completed and signed attestation. They must also keep a copy of the form for at least 42 days after the flight. The rule will be in place until at least December 18, 2026, unless health officials change it.New rule adds to existing entry requirements
The new health attestation adds an extra step to the current procedures for entering the United States, which already include the ESTA or visa process. The measure will take effect at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on November 3, which is 5:59 a.m. in Paris on November 4.
