Worldwide: Temporary Ebola-Related Entry Restrictions Introduced

Several countries are starting to impose travel restrictions to prevent the spread of Ebola: 

Bahamas: Bahamian nationals who have been present in the Democratic Republic of Congo, South Sudan or Uganda within 21 days prior to arrival in the Bahamas are subject to enhanced health screening and may be required to undergo isolation or quarantine, depending on the screening results. Affected Bahamian nationals should enter the Bahamas through Lynden Pindling International Airport in Nassau. Foreign nationals who have been present in the Democratic Republic of Congo, South Sudan or Uganda within 30 days prior to arrival in the Bahamas may also be subject to enhanced health screening and possible isolation or quarantine measures. 

Bahrain: Until further notice, Bahrain is banning travelers of any nationality who arrive directly from South Sudan, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) or Uganda, or who have traveled in South Sudan, DRC or Uganda in the 30 days prior to arrival in Bahrain. As an exception to both policies, Bahraini nationals can enter Bahrain but will be subject to quarantine. 

Canada: As of July 20, 2026, foreign nationals who have been in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) within the previous 21 days are prohibited from entering Canada. To implement this measure, commercial and private air carriers are required to deny boarding to affected foreign nationals traveling to Canada. 
 
Canada has temporarily suspended Canadian immigration documents for residents of countries considered at high or very high risk of Ebola outbreaks, currently including the DRC, Uganda and South Sudan, for 90 days beginning May 27, 2026, at 23:59 EDT. The measure suspends the validity of approved temporary resident visas, electronic travel authorizations (eTAs) and permanent resident visas for affected individuals and also pauses processing decisions on applications for these documents during this period. Additionally, effective May 30, 2026, at 23:59 EDT through August 29, 2026, travelers who have been in the affected areas within the previous 21 days and who enter Canada without symptoms will be required to quarantine for 21 days. If they do not have a place to quarantine, the government will provide an appropriate location. Symptomatic travelers will be isolated at a hospital for further medical assessment. Those who are already in Canada are not impacted by these measures and may continue to stay in Canada for their authorized period of stay. Canadian citizens and permanent residents may return to Canada subject to screening and quarantine requirements. The Canadian government will adjust these measures as needed.

Curacao: Nationals of Angola, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania and Uganda are not allowed to enter Curacao. Visa applications from these nationalities will be refused due to Ebola-related restrictions. Individuals who first travel to the Netherlands and reside there for less than six months remain ineligible for entry. Entry to Curacao is only possible after residing in the Netherlands for at least six months.

India: The Ministry of Civil Aviation and Delhi International Airport has launched an online Passenger Health Self-Declaration Portal (called AIR SUVIDHA 2.0). International passengers arriving to India must now submit a self-declaration on the portal which covers their 21-day travel history, exposure history and related symptoms, prior to immigration clearance in India (the form can be completed 24 hours before arrival). Passengers will receive a registration number and an acknowledgement, along with a confirmation email, and they must present this acknowledgement (digital or printed) to the airport health desk upon arrival.

Israel: Travelers arriving from or who have been in the Democratic Republic of Congo, South Sudan and Uganda within the past 21 days are not allowed to enter. This does not apply to nationals and residents of Israel.

Jordan: Until further notice, Jordan is banning entry for travelers of any nationality (apart from Jordanian nationals) who are either a) arriving directly from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) or Uganda, b) or have been in any of those countries in the 21 days preceding their arrival. Jordanian nationals currently in the DRC or Uganda will be allowed to return to Jordan but will be required to undergo a 21-day quarantine (the quarantine may take place in designated facilities or at home).

Kuwait: Kuwait is currently banning entry for travelers of any nationality (apart from Kuwaiti nationals) who are either a) arriving directly from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), South Sudan, or Uganda, b) or have been in any of those countries in the 21 days preceding their arrival.  This restriction applies to all travelers arriving in Kuwait, including those traveling via transit, connecting and indirect routes through the affected countries regardless of their point of departure.

Lebanon: Nationals of Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda are currently not allowed to enter Lebanon.  

Mauritius: Business and tourist travelers who, during the 21 days prior to June 9, 2026, traveled to or transited through the Democratic Republic of Congo, South Sudan or Uganda are not permitted to enter Mauritius. This restriction does not apply to Mauritian nationals, permanent residents, work and study permit holders or spouses of Mauritian nationals. However, these exempt individuals will be required to undergo a mandatory 21-day quarantine upon arrival if they traveled to or transited through any of the affected countries during the same period. 

Philippines: Travelers arriving from, or who have been in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), South Sudan, or Uganda within the past 21 days are subject to medical screening upon arrival. Travelers displaying symptoms are subject to further assessment by the Bureau of Quarantine (BOQ) and could be quarantined at a designated health facility for medical evaluation and diagnostic testing. Travelers without symptoms and with no known exposure are permitted to continue to their residence but are subject to daily health monitoring and follow-up by the Local Epidemiology and Surveillance Unit for 21 days after arrival. Travelers with known exposure are subject to mandatory quarantine for 21 days at a BOQ-designated facility. 

Qatar: Travelers arriving from or who have been in the Democratic Republic of Congo, South Sudan or Uganda within the past 21 days are not allowed to enter. This does not apply to nationals and residents of Qatar. 

Rwanda: Rwanda has suspended entry for all travelers who have traveled to or transited through the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) within 30 days prior to traveling to Rwanda. Rwandan nationals and permanent residents who have traveled to or transited through the DRC will still be permitted entry but will be subject to mandatory quarantine.

Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia has suspended travel by its nationals to the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Uganda and South Sudan. It has also suspended the issuance of all visa categories, as well as the entry for travelers arriving from these countries or travelers arriving via third countries who have stayed in any of the affected countries within 21 days before entering Saudi Arabia.

Taiwan: Nationals and residents of the Democratic Republic of Congo or Uganda are not allowed to enter Taiwan. This does not apply to passengers with a passport stating "Republic of China Taiwan" or "Taiwan" on the cover, passengers with a Taiwan Resident Certificate,  admitted degree students in Taiwan, spouses and minor children under 18 years old of passengers with a Taiwan passport, passengers traveling for emergencies or on humanitarian grounds, such as attending a funeral or visiting a critically ill family members.

Thailand: Travelers and airline crew arriving from the Democratic Republic of Congo or Uganda must enter at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Int'l (BKK). These individuals will be subject to mandatory daily medical screening or quarantine for a maximum of 21 days. 

Trinidad and Tobago: All travelers entering Trinidad and Tobago who are arriving from, or who have visited the Democratic Republic of Congo, South Sudan, or Uganda must undergo a medical screening upon arrival and are subject to a 21-day active monitoring protocol. Depending on the result of the medical screening, these individuals may also be subject to immediate isolation or quarantine. 

Uganda: The Ugandan Ministry of Health announced via X that Uganda has suspended all flights to and from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and temporarily halted cross-border passenger transportation, including ferry services on the Semliki River, cross-border bus transport and public transportation between the two countries until further notice. Authorities have also enhanced screening and testing measures along the DRC border and restricted movement from the DRC to designated official border crossing points for essential travel only.

United Arab Emirates: Effective June 6, 2026, the UAE will suspend the issuance of new visas (including visit visas) for nationals of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda and South Sudan. In addition, entry to the UAE will be restricted for travelers arriving from these countries, including those travelling via transit through other countries. Entry will only be permitted for those who have spent more than 21 days outside the listed countries prior to arrival in the United Arab Emirates.  

There are also increased health screening measures at airports in the Middle East and Africa regions, and some land ports in Africa. Affected travelers should be prepared for related delays at travel checkpoints. 

This alert is for informational purposes only. If you have any questions, please contact the global immigration professional with whom you work at Fragomen.