The Government of India has announced new airport screening measures at each
of its international terminals in response to the outbreak of H1N1 flu in a
number of countries. These measures will take effect immediately.
The screening measures include requiring all travelers arriving on
international flights to complete a questionnaire that will be reviewed by
health care screeners upon arrival. Travelers who answer yes to any of the
questions or show signs of fever or cough may be referred to a doctor and
possibly detained for observation. Travelers showing signs of fever or
cough during a flight may also be asked to wear a mask for the duration of
the flight. Passengers sitting in the vicinity, three rows ahead and back,
of the affected traveler may also be given masks to wear and be subject to
additional screening upon arrival in India. Travelers arriving from or
transiting affected countries, and who have a fever or cough at the time of
embarkation, are being asked by Indian authorities to consider postponing
their trip.
Travelers to India should be prepared for significant delays upon arrival as
these screening measures are implemented.
For further information about H1N1 Flu, please consult the Department of
State information the United
States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s website or the World Health Organization website.