The US will introduce a mandatory declaration for air passengers from abroad
Starting November 3, passengers on international flights arriving in the US will be required to confirm that they have not been in the DR Congo within the last 21 days.
The US will introduce a mandatory declaration requirement for all passengers arriving on international flights, including those in transit.
The new measure will take effect at 11:59 PM US Eastern Time on November 3 and is designed to reduce the risk of Ebola virus importation.
Before departure, passengers will need to complete and sign a paper or electronic declaration confirming that they have not been in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DR Congo) within 21 days prior to the flight.
Transit through an airport in DR Congo will also be considered a stay in the country, even if the passenger did not leave the aircraft or airport building.
For passengers under 18 years of age, the declaration must be signed by a parent, guardian, or other authorized person.
Those who do not provide a completed declaration prior to departure will not be permitted to board the flight.
The document form can be obtained on the website of the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).