Official Notice: CDC Travel Attestation Requirement for U.S.-Bound Flights

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has announced an official order requiring all passengers boarding flights to the United States to complete an attestation regarding their recent travel history.

Effective Period:

Flights departing at or after 11:59 p.m. EST on November 3, 2026, through December 18, 2026 (subject to extension or amendment).

Applicability:

All passengers on U.S.-bound flights, regardless of nationality or origin (including U.S. citizens, Lawful Permanent Residents, and transit passengers; proxy attestation permitted).

Requirement:

Attestation confirming no physical presence in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) within the past 21 days (including airport transit).

Procedure:

Managed directly by airlines during check-in (online or at the airport counter). Please follow the specific instructions provided by your operating carrier.

For more information: Official CDC Order and Details:

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[Please Note]

This article is provided for informational reference based on official regulations as of the date of publication. As travel requirements and airline procedures are subject to change, please be sure to verify the latest updates directly with the CDC website and your operating carrier prior to departure.