Health Alert

Public Health Arrival Restrictions and Enhanced Ebola Screening

Event : As of May 21, 2026, all U.S.-bound American citizens and lawful permanent residents (LPRs) who have been present in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda, or South Sudan within 21 days of arrival in the United States must only enter through Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) for enhanced screening.

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will apply enhanced public health screening at IAD in response to the Ebola outbreak.

The Dulles requirement applies to all passengers, including U.S. citizens and LPRs, who were present in those countries.

Please be prepared for flight changes or cancellations.

Actions to take:

• Read the Department of Homeland Security Alert on Enhanced Ebola Screening.
• Review Consular Information for Americans Regarding the Ebola Outbreak.
• If you are planning to travel to the United States, contact your airline to confirm your flight and route.
• You may also contact the State Department – Consular Affairs:
  • Phone: +1-888-407-4747 or +1-202-501-4444
• Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive safety and security updates.

Security Alert March 22, 2026

March 22, 2026 – The Department of State advises Americans worldwide to exercise increased caution.

Location : Worldwide

Event : The Department of State advises Americans worldwide, and especially in the Middle East, to exercise increased caution. Americans abroad should follow the guidance in security alerts issued by the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate. Periodic airspace closures may cause travel disruptions. U.S. diplomatic facilities, including outside the Middle East, have been targeted. Groups supportive of Iran may target other U.S. interests overseas or locations associated with the United States and/or Americans throughout the world.

Enroll at step.state.gov to receive the latest security alerts and follow the “U.S. Department of State – Security Updates for U.S. Citizens” channel on WhatsApp or @TravelGov on X. When planning travel, carefully read the Travel Advisory and detailed information for your destination, and any recent alerts at travel.state.gov/destination.