Travel Health

Asia & Middle East
vaccine requirements by country.

Asia is one of the most vaccine-diverse regions on earth. East Asian cities like Tokyo and Seoul require almost nothing. Southeast Asian jungles and South Asian river deltas are a different story entirely. Know the difference before you go.

48 countries covered

🏭 Japanese encephalitis flagged

💉 Meningitis for Hajj pilgrims

📄 Entry requirements included

⚠️ Vaccine requirements change frequently. Always verify with the destination country's embassy and your national health authority before travel. Consult a travel clinic at least 6-8 weeks before departure.

Few

East Asian countries with mandatory entry vaccines

Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Taiwan require almost nothing for most visitors

Mandatory vaccine for Hajj & Umrah

Meningococcal vaccine legally required by Saudi Arabia for all pilgrims

SE Asia

Highest malaria and JE risk zone

Thailand, Cambodia, Myanmar, Laos, Vietnam rural areas carry significant risk

6-8

Weeks before departure

Book your travel clinic early. Japanese encephalitis needs multiple doses.

What to Get

Core vaccines for Asia & Middle East travel

Requirements vary enormously across the region. These are the vaccines that come up most often across the continent.

🌱

Japanese Encephalitis

Recommended for rural SE & East Asia

Transmitted by mosquitoes in rice-growing regions. Key for rural Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, Indonesia, India, Nepal, Sri Lanka. 2-dose course needed, start early.

⚡

Meningococcal

Mandatory for Saudi Arabia Hajj/Umrah

Saudi Arabia legally requires proof of meningococcal vaccination for all Hajj and Umrah pilgrims. Also recommended for travel to parts of South Asia and Afghanistan.

🏭

Malaria Prophylaxis

Essential for SE Asia & South Asia rural areas

Not needed for cities like Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, or Singapore. Essential for rural areas in Myanmar, Cambodia, Laos, parts of India, Pakistan, and Papua-adjacent islands.

🧔

Hepatitis A

Strongly recommended across all of Asia

Transmitted through contaminated food and water. Important almost everywhere in the region except the most developed city-states. A must for street food lovers.

💧

Typhoid

Strongly recommended for South & SE Asia

Particularly important for India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Southeast Asia. Less critical for Japan, South Korea, Singapore. Available as injection or oral tablets.

🐕

Rabies

Consider for longer stays & rural travel

Dog-related rabies is a real risk across South and Southeast Asia. Pre-exposure vaccination gives you valuable time to reach quality post-bite treatment if needed.

💉

Yellow Fever

Required if arriving from endemic countries

Not endemic to Asia, but many Asian countries require proof of yellow fever vaccination if you are arriving from or have recently transited through Africa or South America.

✅

Routine Vaccines

Always check before travel

MMR, DTP, and Polio should be up to date for all Asian travel. Polio boosters are specifically recommended for Pakistan, Afghanistan, and parts of Southeast Asia.

All 48 Countries

Country-by-country requirements

Click any country to expand the full vaccine breakdown. Middle East countries are included here. For the Gulf states, the main difference from the rest of Asia is around Meningococcal for Hajj pilgrims and Hepatitis A for all visitors.

🇦🇫

Afghanistan

Ancient crossroads of the Silk Road

💉 Yellow Fever if from endemic country 🏭 Malaria risk

🔴 Required for Entry

Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from endemic country

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Malaria prophylaxis (eastern and southern lowlands, spring-autumn)
Hepatitis A
Typhoid
Hepatitis B
Meningococcal
Rabies

🔵 Also Consider

Polio booster (active poliovirus transmission)
Routine vaccines

⚠ Afghanistan is under Taliban control with extremely limited services and active security threats throughout the country. Travel is strongly advised against by virtually all governments.

🇦🇲

Armenia

Ancient churches and mountain landscapes

💉 Yellow Fever if from endemic country No malaria risk

🔴 Required for Entry

Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from endemic country

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Hepatitis A
Typhoid
Hepatitis B

🔵 Also Consider

Rabies (rural areas)
Routine vaccines

🇦🇿

Azerbaijan

Fire temples and modern Baku skyline

💉 Yellow Fever if from endemic country Minimal malaria risk

🔴 Required for Entry

Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from endemic country

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Hepatitis A
Typhoid
Hepatitis B

🔵 Also Consider

Rabies (rural areas)
Routine vaccines

🇧🇭

Bahrain

Pearl of the Persian Gulf

💉 Yellow Fever if from endemic country No malaria risk

🔴 Required for Entry

Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from endemic country

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Hepatitis A
Hepatitis B
Typhoid

🔵 Also Consider

Routine vaccines

ⓘ Bahrain is malaria-free. One of the most straightforward Gulf destinations from a health perspective.

🇧🇩

Bangladesh

River deltas and ancient mosques

💉 Yellow Fever if from endemic country 🏭 Malaria risk (southeast)

🔴 Required for Entry

Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from endemic country (age 1+)

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Malaria prophylaxis (Chittagong Hill Tracts and Cox's Bazar border areas)
Hepatitis A
Typhoid
Hepatitis B
Japanese Encephalitis (rural areas)
Rabies

🔵 Also Consider

Cholera (especially for aid workers)
Routine vaccines

🇧🇹

Bhutan

The last Himalayan kingdom

💉 Yellow Fever if from endemic country 🏭 Malaria risk (south)

🔴 Required for Entry

Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from endemic country

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Malaria prophylaxis (southern lowlands only; Paro, Thimphu, Punakha have no risk)
Hepatitis A
Typhoid
Hepatitis B

🔵 Also Consider

Rabies
Routine vaccines

ⓘ Most tourist destinations in Bhutan (Paro, Thimphu, Punakha, Phobjikha) are at altitude above 2000m and carry no malaria risk. Only the southern border zone needs prophylaxis.

🇧🇳

Brunei

Sultanate hidden in Borneo rainforest

💉 Yellow Fever if from endemic country Low malaria risk

🔴 Required for Entry

Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from endemic country (age 1+)

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Hepatitis A
Typhoid
Hepatitis B

🔵 Also Consider

Malaria prophylaxis (rural rainforest interior)
Japanese Encephalitis (remote areas)
Routine vaccines

🇰🇭

Cambodia

Angkor temples and Mekong spirit

💉 Yellow Fever if from endemic country 🏭 Malaria risk (rural)

🔴 Required for Entry

Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from endemic country

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Malaria prophylaxis (border regions: Thai, Lao, Vietnamese borders; Phnom Penh and Siem Reap low risk)
Hepatitis A
Typhoid
Hepatitis B
Japanese Encephalitis (rural and farming areas)
Rabies

🔵 Also Consider

Routine vaccines

ⓘ Phnom Penh and Siem Reap (Angkor Wat) carry low malaria risk. The Thai and Vietnamese border regions and the northeast carry higher risk. Take prophylaxis if trekking or staying in rural areas.

🇨🇳

China

Ancient wonders and modern marvels

💉 Yellow Fever if from endemic country 🏭 Malaria risk (Yunnan, Hainan)

🔴 Required for Entry

Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from endemic country (age 9 months+)

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Malaria prophylaxis (rural Yunnan and Hainan only; Beijing, Shanghai, Xi'an are malaria-free)
Hepatitis A
Typhoid
Hepatitis B
Japanese Encephalitis (rural areas, especially summer)

🔵 Also Consider

Rabies (rural areas)
Routine vaccines

ⓘ Major tourist cities (Beijing, Shanghai, Xi'an, Chengdu, Guilin) carry no malaria risk. JE vaccination is worth considering for anyone spending significant time in rural China during summer months.

🇨🇾

Cyprus

Mediterranean island of myth and sun

No mandatory entry vaccines No malaria risk

🔴 Required for Entry

No mandatory vaccines for entry

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Hepatitis A
Hepatitis B

🔵 Also Consider

Routine vaccines

ⓘ Cyprus is an EU member state with European-standard health infrastructure. Very low vaccine burden for travelers.

🇬🇪

Georgia

Wine, mountains, and ancient churches

💉 Yellow Fever if from endemic country No malaria risk

🔴 Required for Entry

Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from endemic country

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Hepatitis A
Typhoid
Hepatitis B

🔵 Also Consider

Rabies (rural areas)
Tick-Borne Encephalitis (forested areas)
Routine vaccines

🇮🇳

India

Colorful culture and spiritual journeys

💉 Yellow Fever if from endemic country 🏭 Malaria risk (most areas)

🔴 Required for Entry

Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from or transiting a yellow fever endemic country (age 9 months+)

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Malaria prophylaxis (most rural areas; lower risk in Delhi and Mumbai urban core)
Hepatitis A
Typhoid (especially important)
Hepatitis B
Japanese Encephalitis (rural areas, especially south and east India)
Rabies

🔵 Also Consider

Cholera (high-risk areas)
Meningococcal
Routine vaccines

ⓘ India is a high-risk destination from a travel health perspective. Typhoid is particularly important here. Malaria risk varies hugely by region and season. Goa, Rajasthan, Kerala, and the northeast all have different risk profiles. Consult a travel clinic for a personalised plan.

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Indonesia

Thousands of islands, endless adventures

💉 Yellow Fever if from endemic country 🏭 Malaria risk (varies by island)

🔴 Required for Entry

Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from endemic country (age 9 months+)

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Malaria prophylaxis (Papua, Maluku, NTT, parts of Kalimantan and Sulawesi; Bali is low risk)
Hepatitis A
Typhoid
Hepatitis B
Japanese Encephalitis (rural Java, Bali, and beyond)
Rabies (Bali has active rabies)

🔵 Also Consider

Routine vaccines

ⓘ Bali has no significant malaria risk but does have active rabies. A dog or monkey bite in Bali needs immediate attention. Rabies pre-exposure vaccination is strongly advised for Bali visitors. Papua and eastern Indonesia carry high malaria risk.

🇮🇷

Iran

Persian empires and vibrant bazaars

💉 Yellow Fever if from endemic country 🏭 Some malaria risk (south)

🔴 Required for Entry

Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from endemic country

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Malaria prophylaxis (southeastern provinces: Sistan-Baluchestan, southern Hormozgan)
Hepatitis A
Typhoid
Hepatitis B

🔵 Also Consider

Rabies (rural areas)
Routine vaccines

ⓘ Tehran, Isfahan, Shiraz, and the central tourist circuit are malaria-free. Only the southeastern border with Pakistan and Afghanistan carries meaningful malaria risk.

🇮🇶

Iraq

Cradle of civilization and ancient Mesopotamia

💉 Yellow Fever if from endemic country 🏭 Some malaria risk (north)

🔴 Required for Entry

Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from endemic country

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Malaria prophylaxis (northern Iraq, Kurdish region, May-November)
Hepatitis A
Typhoid
Hepatitis B
Meningococcal

🔵 Also Consider

Rabies
Routine vaccines

⚠ Most governments continue to advise against all but essential travel to much of Iraq outside of the Kurdistan Region. Security conditions remain volatile in many areas.

🇮🇱

Israel

Holy lands and Mediterranean coast

No mandatory entry vaccines No malaria risk

🔴 Required for Entry

No mandatory vaccines for entry

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Hepatitis A
Hepatitis B

🔵 Also Consider

Routine vaccines

⚠ The ongoing conflict in Gaza and tensions in the north with Lebanon mean travelers should closely monitor the security situation and check government travel advisories before visiting.

🇯🇵

Japan

Ancient traditions meet modern innovation

No mandatory entry vaccines No malaria risk

🔴 Required for Entry

No mandatory vaccines for entry

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Hepatitis A
Hepatitis B

🔵 Also Consider

Japanese Encephalitis (long-term rural stays)
Routine vaccines

ⓘ Japan has some of the world's highest health standards. JE vaccination is only relevant for travelers spending extended time (months) in rural agricultural areas. Standard tourists visiting Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, or any city have no meaningful JE risk.

🇯🇴

Jordan

Petra and ancient desert kingdoms

💉 Yellow Fever if from endemic country No malaria risk

🔴 Required for Entry

Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from endemic country

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Hepatitis A
Typhoid
Hepatitis B

🔵 Also Consider

Rabies (for rural and desert travel)
Routine vaccines

🇰🇿

Kazakhstan

Endless steppes and nomadic heritage

💉 Yellow Fever if from endemic country No malaria risk

🔴 Required for Entry

Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from endemic country

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Hepatitis A
Typhoid
Hepatitis B

🔵 Also Consider

Rabies (rural steppe travel)
Tick-Borne Encephalitis (forested areas)
Routine vaccines

🇰🇼

Kuwait

Desert city and Gulf prosperity

💉 Yellow Fever if from endemic country No malaria risk

🔴 Required for Entry

Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from endemic country

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Hepatitis A
Hepatitis B
Typhoid

🔵 Also Consider

Routine vaccines

🇰🇬

Kyrgyzstan

Yurts, peaks, and pristine lakes

💉 Yellow Fever if from endemic country No malaria risk

🔴 Required for Entry

Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from endemic country

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Hepatitis A
Typhoid
Hepatitis B

🔵 Also Consider

Rabies (rural nomadic areas)
Tick-Borne Encephalitis (forested areas)
Routine vaccines

🇱🇦

Laos

Slow rivers and spiritual calm

💉 Yellow Fever if from endemic country 🏭 Malaria risk (rural)

🔴 Required for Entry

Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from endemic country

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Malaria prophylaxis (rural and forested areas; Vientiane and Luang Prabang have lower risk)
Hepatitis A
Typhoid
Hepatitis B
Japanese Encephalitis (rural areas)
Rabies

🔵 Also Consider

Routine vaccines

🇱🇧

Lebanon

Resilient culture and Mediterranean charm

💉 Yellow Fever if from endemic country No malaria risk

🔴 Required for Entry

Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from endemic country

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Hepatitis A
Typhoid
Hepatitis B

🔵 Also Consider

Routine vaccines

⚠ Lebanon's security situation has deteriorated significantly. The conflict with Israel (2024-2025) has caused widespread damage. Check your government's travel advisory carefully before any visit.

🇲🇾

Malaysia

Diverse cultures in tropical paradise

💉 Yellow Fever if from endemic country 🏭 Malaria risk (Borneo, rural)

🔴 Required for Entry

Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from endemic country (age 1+)

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Malaria prophylaxis (Sabah, Sarawak, rural peninsular; KL is malaria-free)
Hepatitis A
Typhoid
Hepatitis B
Japanese Encephalitis (rural areas)
Rabies (Sabah especially)

🔵 Also Consider

Routine vaccines

ⓘ Kuala Lumpur, Penang, and Langkawi have no significant malaria risk. If heading to Borneo (Sabah, Sarawak) or into the rainforest interior, malaria prophylaxis and JE vaccination are both worth taking seriously.

🇲🇻

Maldives

Crystal waters and overwater bungalows

💉 Yellow Fever if from endemic country No malaria risk

🔴 Required for Entry

Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from endemic country (age 9 months+)

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Hepatitis A
Hepatitis B
Typhoid

🔵 Also Consider

Routine vaccines

ⓘ The Maldives is malaria-free. One of the lowest vaccine burden destinations in Asia. Standard luxury resort travel requires minimal health preparation beyond routines and Hep A.

🇲🇳

Mongolia

Vast steppes and Genghis Khan heritage

💉 Yellow Fever if from endemic country No malaria risk

🔴 Required for Entry

Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from endemic country

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Hepatitis A
Typhoid
Hepatitis B
Rabies (rural steppe travel)

🔵 Also Consider

Plague awareness (endemic in some areas)
Tick-Borne Encephalitis
Routine vaccines

🇲🇲

Myanmar

Pagodas and timeless traditions

💉 Yellow Fever if from endemic country 🏭 High malaria risk (rural)

🔴 Required for Entry

Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from endemic country (age 1+)

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Malaria prophylaxis (border regions, Shan State, Kachin; Bagan and Mandalay have lower risk)
Hepatitis A
Typhoid
Hepatitis B
Japanese Encephalitis (rural areas)
Rabies

🔵 Also Consider

Routine vaccines

⚠ Myanmar has been under military rule since the 2021 coup and is experiencing active armed conflict in many regions including Shan State, Rakhine, and the borderlands. Most governments advise against all but essential travel.

🇳🇵

Nepal

Roof of the world and Himalayan treks

💉 Yellow Fever if from endemic country 🏭 Malaria risk (Terai lowlands)

🔴 Required for Entry

Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from endemic country (age 9 months+)

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Malaria prophylaxis (Terai lowland jungle areas; Kathmandu and mountain treks have no risk)
Hepatitis A
Typhoid (especially important)
Hepatitis B
Japanese Encephalitis (Terai region)
Rabies

🔵 Also Consider

Meningococcal
Routine vaccines

ⓘ Kathmandu, Pokhara, and Himalayan trekking routes (Everest, Annapurna, Langtang) have no malaria risk due to altitude. The Terai national parks (Chitwan, Bardia) do carry risk. Typhoid is particularly important for Nepal given food and water hygiene issues.

🇰🇵

North Korea

The world's most isolated nation

💉 Yellow Fever if from endemic country Low malaria risk

🔴 Required for Entry

Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from endemic country

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Hepatitis A
Typhoid
Hepatitis B
Japanese Encephalitis

🔵 Also Consider

Malaria prophylaxis (southern areas, May-October)
Routine vaccines

⚠ North Korea is closed to nearly all foreign tourists. Access is extremely limited and typically only possible via state-approved group tours from China. Check your government's travel advisory, as many countries advise against all travel.

🇴🇲

Oman

Deserts, wadis, and ancient forts

💉 Yellow Fever if from endemic country Minimal malaria risk

🔴 Required for Entry

Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from endemic country

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Hepatitis A
Hepatitis B
Typhoid

🔵 Also Consider

Malaria prophylaxis (Dhofar region during khareef/monsoon season)
Routine vaccines

🇵🇰

Pakistan

K2 and the Karakoram Highway

💉 Yellow Fever if from endemic country 🏭 High malaria risk

🔴 Required for Entry

Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from endemic country (age 1+)
Polio vaccination or documentation may be required depending on your origin country

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Malaria prophylaxis (high risk throughout lowlands; Karakoram Highway high altitude is lower risk)
Hepatitis A
Typhoid (very important)
Hepatitis B
Rabies

🔵 Also Consider

Polio booster (Pakistan is one of few remaining polio-endemic countries)
Meningococcal
Routine vaccines

ⓘ Pakistan is one of only two remaining countries with endemic wild poliovirus. A polio booster is strongly recommended. The Karakoram Highway (KKH) and Gilgit-Baltistan highlands are at altitude with reduced malaria risk, but lowland areas including Lahore, Karachi, and Islamabad carry year-round risk.

🇵🇸

Palestine

Ancient lands and living culture

💉 Yellow Fever if from endemic country No malaria risk

🔴 Required for Entry

Yellow Fever certificate if applicable

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Hepatitis A
Typhoid
Hepatitis B

🔵 Also Consider

Routine vaccines

⚠ Gaza is experiencing an active humanitarian crisis and conflict. Access is extremely limited. The West Bank situation also requires close monitoring. Check government travel advisories before any visit.

🇵🇭

Philippines

Pristine beaches and warm hospitality

💉 Yellow Fever if from endemic country 🏭 Malaria risk (rural islands)

🔴 Required for Entry

Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from endemic country (age 1+)

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Malaria prophylaxis (Palawan, Mindanao rural areas; Metro Manila and Cebu are malaria-free)
Hepatitis A
Typhoid
Hepatitis B
Japanese Encephalitis (rural areas)
Rabies (dog rabies active throughout)

🔵 Also Consider

Routine vaccines

ⓘ Manila, Cebu, Boracay, and Siargao have no significant malaria risk. Palawan (including El Nido and Coron) and rural Mindanao do. Rabies from dog bites is a real concern throughout the country. Pre-exposure rabies vaccination is strongly recommended.

🇶🇦

Qatar

Modern ambition in the desert

💉 Yellow Fever if from endemic country No malaria risk

🔴 Required for Entry

Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from endemic country

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Hepatitis A
Hepatitis B
Typhoid

🔵 Also Consider

Routine vaccines

ⓘ Qatar has excellent medical facilities and no significant endemic disease risk. Low vaccine burden for standard tourist and business travel.

🇸🇦

Saudi Arabia

Ancient Nabataean cities and Red Sea reefs

💉 Meningococcal REQUIRED for Hajj/Umrah 💉 Yellow Fever if from endemic country

🔴 Required for Entry

Meningococcal ACWY vaccine mandatory for all Hajj and Umrah pilgrims (proof required)
Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from endemic country (age 9 months+)
Polio vaccination required for travelers from polio-endemic countries

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Hepatitis A
Hepatitis B
Typhoid

🔵 Also Consider

Malaria prophylaxis (southwestern Asir region bordering Yemen)
Routine vaccines

ⓘ The Meningococcal requirement for Hajj and Umrah is strictly enforced. You will not be permitted to perform pilgrimage without proof of vaccination. Get the ACWY quadrivalent vaccine at least 10 days before travel.

🇸🇬

Singapore

Garden city with futuristic skyline

💉 Yellow Fever if from endemic country No malaria risk

🔴 Required for Entry

Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from endemic country (age 1+)

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Hepatitis A
Hepatitis B

🔵 Also Consider

Routine vaccines

ⓘ Singapore has world-class medical infrastructure and essentially no endemic disease risk. It is one of the easiest Asian destinations from a health and vaccine perspective.

🇰🇷

South Korea

K-culture, tech, and timeless traditions

No mandatory entry vaccines No malaria risk (urban)

🔴 Required for Entry

No mandatory vaccines for entry

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Hepatitis A
Hepatitis B

🔵 Also Consider

Japanese Encephalitis (rural areas, summer)
Malaria prophylaxis (only rural areas near DMZ, very low risk)
Routine vaccines

ⓘ Seoul, Busan, Jeju, and all major Korean cities have no meaningful malaria or JE risk. South Korea has excellent healthcare. An extremely low-burden destination from a vaccine perspective.

🇱🇰

Sri Lanka

Tea hills, temples, and golden beaches

💉 Yellow Fever if from endemic country 🏭 Some malaria risk (north)

🔴 Required for Entry

Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from endemic country (age 9 months+)

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Malaria prophylaxis (northern Mannar and Vavuniya districts; Colombo, Kandy, beaches are low risk)
Hepatitis A
Typhoid
Hepatitis B
Japanese Encephalitis (rural areas)

🔵 Also Consider

Rabies
Routine vaccines

🇸🇾

Syria

Ancient cities amid ongoing recovery

💉 Yellow Fever if from endemic country 🏭 Some malaria risk (northeast)

🔴 Required for Entry

Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from endemic country

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Hepatitis A
Typhoid
Hepatitis B
Rabies
Meningococcal

🔵 Also Consider

Malaria prophylaxis (Euphrates Valley, northeast, May-October)
Routine vaccines (polio especially)

⚠ Syria is transitioning after the fall of the Assad regime in late 2024. The situation remains volatile and unpredictable in many areas. Infrastructure is severely damaged. Check your government's travel advisory carefully.

🇹🇼

Taiwan

Night markets and mountain scenery

💉 Yellow Fever if from endemic country No malaria risk

🔴 Required for Entry

Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from endemic country

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Hepatitis A
Hepatitis B

🔵 Also Consider

Japanese Encephalitis (rural mountain areas)
Routine vaccines

ⓘ Taiwan has excellent healthcare and no significant endemic disease risk for standard tourist itineraries. Taipei, Tainan, Kaohsiung, and the east coast are all low-burden destinations.

🇹🇯

Tajikistan

Pamir Highway and high-altitude adventure

💉 Yellow Fever if from endemic country 🏭 Some malaria risk (lowlands)

🔴 Required for Entry

Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from endemic country

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Malaria prophylaxis (southwestern Khatlon region lowlands; Pamir Highway is high altitude with no risk)
Hepatitis A
Typhoid
Hepatitis B

🔵 Also Consider

Rabies
Routine vaccines

ⓘ The Pamir Highway (M41) is one of the world's great drives and sits at 3000-4000m with no malaria risk. The Khatlon lowlands near the Afghan border do carry some risk in summer months.

🇹🇭

Thailand

Tropical paradise with vibrant culture

💉 Yellow Fever if from endemic country 🏭 Malaria risk (border regions)

🔴 Required for Entry

Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from endemic country (age 1+)

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Malaria prophylaxis (jungle border regions: Myanmar, Laos, Cambodia borders; Bangkok, Phuket, Chiang Mai city are malaria-free)
Hepatitis A
Typhoid
Hepatitis B
Japanese Encephalitis (rural areas)
Rabies

🔵 Also Consider

Routine vaccines

ⓘ Bangkok, Phuket, Koh Samui, Koh Phi Phi, Pattaya, and Chiang Mai city have no meaningful malaria risk. Malaria exists near the borders with Myanmar and Cambodia. Dog rabies is active throughout Thailand and a bite needs immediate medical attention.

🇹🇱

Timor-Leste

Young nation with untouched reefs

💉 Yellow Fever if from endemic country 🏭 Malaria risk

🔴 Required for Entry

Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from endemic country

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Malaria prophylaxis (throughout, including Dili)
Hepatitis A
Typhoid
Hepatitis B
Japanese Encephalitis
Rabies

🔵 Also Consider

Cholera
Routine vaccines

🇹🇲

Turkmenistan

Gas craters and ancient Silk Road cities

💉 Yellow Fever if from endemic country No malaria risk

🔴 Required for Entry

Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from endemic country

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Hepatitis A
Typhoid
Hepatitis B

🔵 Also Consider

Rabies (rural areas)
Routine vaccines

🇦🇪

UAE

Futuristic cities in desert landscapes

💉 Yellow Fever if from endemic country No malaria risk

🔴 Required for Entry

Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from endemic country (age 9 months+)

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Hepatitis A
Hepatitis B
Typhoid

🔵 Also Consider

Routine vaccines

ⓘ Dubai and Abu Dhabi have excellent medical facilities and no significant endemic disease risk. One of the most straightforward destinations in the region from a health perspective.

🇺🇿

Uzbekistan

Samarkand and the blue-domed Silk Road

💉 Yellow Fever if from endemic country No malaria risk

🔴 Required for Entry

Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from endemic country

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Hepatitis A
Typhoid
Hepatitis B

🔵 Also Consider

Rabies (rural areas)
Routine vaccines

🇻🇳

Vietnam

Rich history and breathtaking landscapes

💉 Yellow Fever if from endemic country 🏭 Malaria risk (rural highlands)

🔴 Required for Entry

Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from endemic country (age 1+)

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Malaria prophylaxis (Central Highlands, border regions; Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Ha Long Bay, Da Nang are malaria-free)
Hepatitis A
Typhoid
Hepatitis B
Japanese Encephalitis (rural areas)
Rabies

🔵 Also Consider

Routine vaccines

ⓘ Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Ha Long Bay, Hoi An, Da Nang, and Phu Quoc have no significant malaria risk. The Central Highlands (Dalat area, Kon Tum, Gia Lai) and border regions with Laos and Cambodia do carry risk.

🇾🇪

Yemen

Ancient skyscrapers of mud and tradition

💉 Yellow Fever if from endemic country 🏭 High malaria risk

🔴 Required for Entry

Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from endemic country

🟡 Strongly Recommended

Malaria prophylaxis (high risk throughout)
Hepatitis A
Typhoid
Hepatitis B
Meningococcal
Rabies

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Cholera (active outbreaks)
Routine vaccines

⚠ Yemen is in the middle of one of the world's worst humanitarian crises, with active conflict throughout much of the country. All governments advise against all travel. Yemen also has had severe cholera outbreaks in recent years.

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