Democratic Republic of the Congo: 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:
- Review the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) information on what travelers need to know about returning to the United States from DRC, Uganda, and South Sudan .
- Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive safety and security updates.
- Review the CDC webpage on the Ebola Current Situation .
- Review the Department of Homeland Security Alert on Enhanced Ebola Screening .
- Review Consular Information for Americans Regarding the Ebola Outbreak .
- Review the Additional Consular Information for Americans Regarding the Ebola Outbreak .
- Notify friends and family of your safety.
- Have travel documents up to date and easily accessible.
- Check with your medical insurance provider on evacuation and treatment abroad options should you fall ill while in DRC.
- Alert your healthcare provider if you are experiencing symptoms consistent with Ebola disease to receive guidance prior to presenting for care.
- Update medical directives for your care in case of serious illness abroad.
- Complete a will and update end of life instructions.
Assistance:
Contact the U.S. Embassy in Kinshasa, DRC:
310 Avenue des Aviateurs, Kinshasa/Gombe
+243 81-556-0151/0152 or +243-972-616-193 (after hours and weekends)
[email protected]
https://t.co/k7NB5RBSxu
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 โ Consular Affairs:
Phone: +1-888-407-4747 (from U.S./Canada) or +1-202-501-4444 (from abroad)
Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive safety and security updates.
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