Saudi Arabia suspends travel to Kenya over Ebola outbreak
The Kingdom bans entry from Kenya and prohibits citizens from travelling there as part of expanded health precautions.
At a glance
- Saudi Arabia suspended citizen travel to Kenya and banned all visa issuance to Kenyan travellers
- Entry prohibited for travellers who visited Kenya or other Ebola-affected countries within 21 days of arrival
- Measures follow earlier restrictions on travel to Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda and South Sudan
Saudi Arabia has suspended travel by its citizens to Kenya and halted visa issuance to Kenyan travellers, according to the Saudi Gazette. Entry to the Kingdom is also banned for people from Kenya, as well as those arriving from third countries who spent time there in the 21 days before arrival.
The measures follow health authority assessments of the Ebola situation and build on restrictions introduced in previous years. Saudi authorities said the steps reflect continuous health monitoring and coordination with domestic and international health bodies to protect citizens, residents and visitors.
Why it matters
The restrictions are part of broader precautionary measures adopted by Saudi Arabia to manage health risks from Ebola outbreaks in affected regions.
Original reporting
- Saudi GazetteSaudi Arabia suspends travel to Kenya, bans arrivals over Ebola outbreak risks
- Saudi Gazette — LatestSaudi Arabia suspends travel to Kenya, bans arrivals over Ebola outbreak risks
- Asharq Al-Awsat (English)Saudi Arabia Suspends Travel to and from Kenya as Precaution against Ebola
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