Indonesia Requires New Malaria Vaccine for Lombok Arrivals
Indonesia will mandate proof of the R21 malaria vaccine for all arrivals to Lombok beginning August 1 2026. The requirement applies to travelers staying longer than 14 days. Children under 12 receive free on-arrival vaccination at the airport clinic.
India Mandates Yellow Fever Vaccination Proof for All Arrivals
India will require proof of yellow fever vaccination for all international arrivals starting September 1 2026. The rule applies regardless of origin country or transit points. Certificates must be issued at least 10 days before travel.
WHO Updates Yellow Fever Vaccine Rules for Brazil Travel
The World Health Organization revised yellow fever vaccine recommendations for Brazil. Travelers must now show proof of vaccination for entry into 12 states. The update takes effect July 15, 2026.
CDC Updates Malaria Prevention Guidelines for East Africa Travel
The CDC revised malaria prophylaxis recommendations for Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda effective June 2026. Atovaquone-proguanil remains first-line while tafenoquine gains expanded approval. Travelers must obtain prescriptions before departure.
Australia Updates Hepatitis A Vaccine Advice for Southeast Asia Travel
Australia's health department revised hepatitis A vaccine guidance for Southeast Asia on June 3. All travellers to Indonesia, Thailand and Vietnam are now strongly recommended to vaccinate. Outbreaks in Bali and Phuket prompted the update.
CDC Updates Yellow Fever Vaccine Requirements for South America Travel
The US CDC revised yellow fever vaccination recommendations for travellers to Brazil and Peru effective 15 June. Proof of vaccination is now required for all arrivals from endemic zones regardless of itinerary. The single-dose certificate remains valid for life.
Canada Mandates Measles Vaccination Proof for All Air Arrivals
Canada will require proof of measles vaccination for all air passengers aged six months and older effective 15 July 2026. The rule applies regardless of nationality or departure country. Unvaccinated travelers must show a medical exemption or face entry denial.
Thailand Requires Yellow Fever Vaccination Proof for African Arrivals
Thailand will enforce yellow fever vaccination certificates for all arrivals from 12 African nations starting June 10. The rule follows WHO recommendations after recent outbreaks. Unvaccinated passengers face quarantine or entry denial.
Australia Requires Hepatitis A Vaccine for All Arrivals
Australia will mandate proof of Hepatitis A vaccination for all international arrivals from 1 July 2026. The requirement follows a nationwide outbreak linked to imported food. Unvaccinated travellers must receive the shot at least 14 days before entry.
Singapore Requires Measles Booster Proof for All Arrivals
Singaporeβs Ministry of Health mandated proof of measles booster vaccination for all incoming travellers starting 15 June. The rule applies regardless of nationality or age. Airlines must verify documents at check-in or face fines up to SGD 10,000 per passenger.
Kenya Mandates Yellow Fever Vaccination for All Arrivals
Kenya requires proof of yellow fever vaccination for all international arrivals from 1 June 2026. The rule applies regardless of origin country. Certificates must be issued at least 10 days before travel.
Brazil Requires Yellow Fever Booster for Amazon Travelers From July
Brazil's health ministry will mandate a yellow fever booster shot for all visitors to Amazon states starting July 1 2026. The rule applies to nine states including Amazonas and ParΓ‘. Certificates must be presented at domestic flight check-in.