Mexico restricting travellers from Central African countries over Ebola fears
Mexico has implemented travel restrictions for passengers arriving from Central African countries due to an Ebola outbreak. The restrictions, announced by Aeromexico and other airlines, apply to travelers who have been in Uganda, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, or South Sudan within the last 21 days. These measures come as Mexico prepares to host the World Cup, with the Congolese team scheduled to participate.
- ▪Aeromexico announced restrictions on flights for passengers from Central African countries effective May 29.
- ▪Entry into Mexico is restricted for travelers who have stayed in Uganda, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, or South Sudan within the last 21 days.
- ▪The restrictions are in effect for 60 days as Mexico prepares for the World Cup.
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| Publication time | Sat, 30 May 2026 09:52:00 +0800 |
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Mexico restricting travellers from Central African countries over Ebola fearsSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxMexican airline Aeromexico announced restrictions on flights for passengers arriving from African countries affected by Ebola, effective on May 29.PHOTO: AFPPublished May 30, 2026, 09:52 AMUpdated May 30, 2026, 09:52 AMMEXICO CITY – Three Mexican airlines announced restrictions on May 29 for travellers from Central African countries due to the region’s deadly Ebola outbreak, as Mexico prepares to welcome fans and athletes for the World Cup in less than two weeks.“Entry into Mexico by air is restricted for travellers who have stayed in Uganda, the Democratic Republic of the Congo or South Sudan within the last 21 days,” Aeromexico, the country’s largest…
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