Traveling to One of These Countries? You’ll need a Yellow Fever Vaccine

Which countries require a yellow fever vaccine?

Before you finalize your summer plans, make sure you’re checking off any and all medical requirements for leaving and re-entering the country. Several countries require proof of yellow fever vaccination for travelers arriving from countries at risk of yellow fever transmission to prevent the spread of the disease across borders.

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Several countries require a yellow fever vaccination for travelers entering their borders, especially if they are coming from areas where yellow fever is endemic. The requirements can vary, and it’s important to check the latest information from reliable sources like the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) or the World Health Organization (WHO) before traveling. Here is a general list of countries that typically require proof of yellow fever vaccination:

Africa

  • Angola
  • Benin
  • Burkina Faso
  • Burundi
  • Cameroon
  • Central African Republic
  • Chad
  • Congo, Democratic Republic of the
  • Congo, Republic of the
  • Côte d’Ivoire
  • Equatorial Guinea
  • Ethiopia
  • Gabon
  • Gambia
  • Ghana
  • Guinea
  • Guinea-Bissau
  • Kenya
  • Liberia
  • Mali
  • Mauritania
  • Niger
  • Nigeria
  • Rwanda
  • Senegal
  • Sierra Leone
  • South Sudan
  • Togo
  • Uganda

South America

  • Argentina
  • Bolivia
  • Brazil
  • Colombia
  • Ecuador
  • French Guiana
  • Guyana
  • Panama
  • Paraguay
  • Peru
  • Suriname
  • Trinidad and Tobago (for travelers over 1 year old from endemic areas)
  • Venezuela

Other Regions

  • Some countries in Asia, Oceania, and the Caribbean also have requirements for yellow fever vaccination, particularly for travelers arriving from countries with yellow fever risk.

Specific Considerations

  • Transit Passengers: Some countries require proof of yellow fever vaccination for transit passengers who spend more than a certain amount of time (often 12 hours) in a country with yellow fever risk.
  • Exemptions: There may be exemptions for travelers with medical conditions that prevent them from receiving the vaccine, but these travelers typically need a medical waiver.

Always consult the latest travel advisories from health authorities and your destination country’s embassy or consulate to ensure you have the most current requirements.

It’s essential for travelers to check the yellow fever vaccination requirements of their destination country well in advance of their trip and to ensure that they receive the vaccination and obtain the necessary documentation if required. Additionally, travelers should consult with a healthcare provider or travel medicine specialist for personalized advice based on their travel itinerary and medical history.