Notice to Passengers: New CDC Attestation Requirement for U.S.-Bound Flights

 

Effective Date: November 3, 2026 (at 11:59 p.m. EST)
Scheduled Expiry: December 18, 2026 (unless extended or modified by U.S. authorities)

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a public health order requiring all passengers boarding an international flight destined for or connecting through the United States to complete a signed attestation.

What You Need to Know:

  • The Requirement: All passengers (including U.S. citizens and connecting travelers) must confirm that they have not been present in, or transited through an airport in, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) during the 21 days immediately preceding their flight to the U.S.
  • Boarding Policy: Submission of the attestation (in either paper or digital format) is mandatory before boarding. Passengers who fail or refuse to provide a completed attestation will be denied boarding.
  • Minors / Incapacitated Persons: A parent or authorized representative may complete and sign the form on behalf of passengers under the age of 18 or those unable to complete it themselves.


Forms & Documentation:

  • Online Attestation Form: Complete and submit your digital declaration securely online before your flight via the Surinam Airways CDC Portal.
    Please note: This form must be completed within 24 hours prior to check-in.
  • Official Guidelines: You can review the full legal requirements and updates directly on the CDC Attestation Order Page.


More Information:
For further details regarding the public health situation and official background, please visit the CDC Ebola Situation Summary.

We advise all passengers traveling to the United States to complete this documentation ahead of time to ensure a smooth check-in and boarding process.