The CDC has issued an order suspending entry to the U.S. for foreign nationals who were in DRC, Uganda, or South Sudan within 21 days, with affected travelers redirected to Washington-Dulles International Airport for enhanced screening.
Why it matters. Travelers from affected regions will face stricter screening, potentially impacting air travel and public health.
On May 18, 2026, the CDC issued an Order suspending entry to the United States of foreign nationals who were in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Uganda, or South Sudan within 21 days before arrival.
CDC will conduct the enhanced public health entry screenings for these travelers and confirm their contact information for public health follow-up if recommended. Travelers that have been in the DRC, Uganda, and South Sudan in the 21 days before their flight, and are scheduled to travel to the United States, while screening is taking place will be contacted by their airline to rebook travel to IA…
