Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (July 11, 2026)

Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (July 11, 2026)

Event: Do not travel for any reason to the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) due to Ebola, which is a deadly communicable disease. If you travel and are exposed to Ebola, your life may be at serious risk.  You may have to quarantine outside the United States at your own expense for up to 21 days and costs may be very significant. Your insurance may not cover these costs.

If you have possibly been exposed to Ebola, the U.S. government has established a process to ensure access to appropriate life-saving care for U.S. citizens who request assistance.  Participation in the process is voluntary, and those who decline U.S. government assistance will continue to be subject to relevant U.S. government and host country health, travel, and screening measures. Do not travel to the Democratic Republic of Congo for any reason.

Actions to take: 

Assistance:

• Contact the U.S. Embassy in Kinshasa, DRC:
• 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:
• Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive safety and security updates.