UK warns against travel to parts of Congo, adds Ebola screening info
The UK FCDO updated travel advice for Congo, advising against all travel to within 50km of the Republic of Congo-Central African Republic border in Likouala Region. It also added new information about Ebola screening when arriving in the country. Updated June 2, 2026, still current.
Impact and considerations
Parts of Congo carry security risks, and new Ebola screening may affect entry procedures; business travelers should assess risks and allow extra time.
Key points
- FCDO advises against all travel to within 50km of the Congo-CAR border in Likouala Region.
- New information on Ebola screening upon arrival.
- Travel insurance may be invalidated if traveling against advice.
Sources and time
- Primary source
- UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
- Other sources
- 0
- First source publication
- 2 Jun 2026, 18:16
- Page published
- 12 Aug 2026, 14:27
- Last updated
- 2 Jun 2026, 18:16
- Original links
- FCDO Travel Advice：Congo travel advice (opens in a new tab)Primary source · en · Published 2 Jun 2026, 18:16