The short answer
Start with a visit to your doctor or a travel clinic, ideally six to eight weeks before you leave, because some vaccines need more than one dose. Routine vaccines such as tetanus and the usual childhood schedule should be up to date. Many advisers also discuss hepatitis A and typhoid for travellers who will eat outside hotels, and some discuss rabies and Japanese encephalitis depending on where you go and for how long.
This page is general information, not medical advice. The right list depends on your age, health, past vaccines, the season and your route, so take your itinerary to the appointment. Keep a record of what you receive and carry it with your passport copy.
Key facts
- When
- 6 to 8 weeks before travel
- Ask about
- Routine, hepatitis A, typhoid, rabies
- Take along
- Your itinerary and health history
- Keep
- A written record
How it works
- Fix your route firstYour doctor needs to know cities, villages, altitude and the season.
- Book a travel health visitAim for six to eight weeks before departure.
- Check your routine vaccinesMake sure the standard ones are up to date.
- Keep your recordsCarry a copy of the vaccine record with your documents.
Insider tip
Book the appointment as soon as the trip is fixed; some courses take weeks.
Avoid this
Do not decide on vaccines from a web page alone; ask a qualified professional.
Related questions
Is there one list for everyone?
No. Advice depends on your health, age and plans, so a clinic visit is the safe route.
Can I get vaccinated in Nepal?
Clinics exist in the main cities, but it is better to settle this before you travel.
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