FCDO Travel advice - Rwanda 09 October 2024

Following the recent news of a Marburg virus outbreak in Rwanda, the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) has updated its travel advisory for the country.

Marburg virus disease (MVD)

The Rwandan Ministry of Health has issued a public update  that Marburg virus disease has been confirmed in health facilities in the country. We understand it is present in hospitals in Kigali. Investigations are being carried out to determine the origin of the infection.

The Rwandan Ministry of Health has issued advice on avoiding close contact with symptomatic people, practicing enhanced hygiene measures, and the symptoms of Marburg virus disease to look out for.

All travellers departing Rwanda are asked to complete a symptom-screening questionnaire in advance of exiting the country, available via a QR code at Kigali international airport. Alternatively, passengers can complete the declaration form available on the Rwandair website and present this on departure. Travellers through the airport should expect routine temperature checks using thermo-scan cameras and to use hand sanitising stations where available.

Latest updates from the Rwandan Ministry of Health can be found on X (formerly Twitter) at Ministry of Health Rwanda @RwandaHealth / X.

Check the latest situation with local authorities before travelling. You can find more information on Marburg virus disease from the WHO, and TravelHealthPro.

Source: FCDO