Latest Travel Alerts

On this page you will find information about Latest COVID-19 travel restrictions and alerts that may affect passengers’ trips.

1. Alert - Global Polio

   Some international destinations have circulating poliovirus. Before any international travel, make sure you are up to date on your polio vaccines.

2. Alert - COVID-19 in China, Hong Kong, and Macau

   Reconsider travel to China, Hong Kong, and Macau due to the rapid increase in COVID-19 cases and limited health care resources.

3. Alert - Japanese Encephalitis in Australia

   In 2021– early 2022, a Japanese encephalitis (JE) outbreak occurred in parts of Australia. The outbreak was focused in rural areas surrounding the Murray River, particularly near the border of Victoria and New South Wales. In November 2022, JE virus was detected in pigs in the Murray River region, confirming risk for JE in humans during the current Australian summer season.

4. Watch - Dengue in Africa and the Middle East

   Dengue is a risk in many parts of Africa and the Middle East. Some countries are reporting increased numbers of cases of the disease. Travelers to Africa and the Middle East can protect themselves by preventing mosquito bites.

5. Watch - Measles in Africa

   Some countries in Africa are reporting increased numbers of cases (outbreaks) of measles. All travelers to Africa, including infants and pre-school aged children, should be fully vaccinated against measles, according to CDC immunization schedules.

6. Watch - Floods in Nigeria

   Due to heavy rainfall, most of the states in Nigeria are experiencing flooding (see map). If you travel to Nigeria, obey all instructions from local authorities.

7. Alert - Floods in Balochistan and Sindh Provinces, Pakistan

   Due to record rainfall, Pakistan is experiencing flooding, particularly in Balochistan and Sindh Provinces.

8. Watch - A Strain of Multidrug-Resistant Salmonella Newport in Mexico

   Some travelers who have spent time in Mexico have been infected with multidrug-resistant (MDR) Salmonella Newport.

9. Watch - Dengue in Asia and the Pacific Islands

   Dengue is a risk in many parts of Asia and the Pacific Islands. Some countries are reporting increased numbers of cases of the disease. Travelers to Asia and the Pacific Islands can protect themselves by preventing mosquito bites.

10. Watch - Dengue in the Americas

    Dengue is a risk in many parts of Central and South America, Mexico, and the Caribbean. Some countries are reporting increased numbers of cases of the disease. Travelers to the Americas can protect themselves by preventing mosquito bites.

11. Alert - Yellow Fever in Kenya

    There is a yellow fever outbreak in Kenya. Confirmed cases have been reported in residents of Isiolo and Garissa Counties.

12. Watch - Rabies in Haiti

    Cases of rabies in dogs have been reported in Haiti, and dog vaccination against rabies is limited. Seek immediate medical attention for all animal bites or scratches.

13. Alert - Yellow Fever in Nigeria

    There is an outbreak of yellow fever in Nigeria. Travelers to Nigeria should take steps to prevent yellow fever by getting vaccinated at least 10 days before travel and taking steps to prevent mosquito bites.

14. Watch - Measles in Afghanistan

    There is an outbreak of measles in Afghanistan. Cases have been reported in all provinces, with the highest rates occurring in Paktya, Balkh, Kunduz, Zabul, Kandahar, and Logar.

15. Alert - Yellow Fever in Ghana

    Since October 2021, there has been a yellow fever outbreak in Ghana with numerous cases, including some deaths, in the following regions: Savannah, Upper West, Bono, and Oti.