Travel vaccinations for India

India is a vast country in Asia, hugely popular with travellers. The country shares borders with Pakistan, Bangladesh and Nepal.

VACCINATIONS FOR INDIA

For most travellers the recommended vaccinations vaccinations for India include: Diphtheria, Hepatitis A, Tetanus & Typhoid

For people trekking in the countryside, staying for longer periods or for those at higher risk, recommended vaccinations for India might include: Cholera, Hepatitis B, Japanese Encephalitis, Measles Mumps & Rubella, Rabies, & Yellow Fever

There is a risk of Malaria in India, see below for advice

There is no risk of Yellow Fever in India, but there are Yellow Fever certificate entry requirements. See below for advice.

VACCINES RECOMMENDED TO ALL TRAVELLERS TO INDIA

All travellers to all areas of this country are advised to have these vaccinations along with staying up to date with the routine vaccination schedule for the UK. Book a consultation for a full travel health risk assessment.

Diphtheria

Hepatitis A

Tetanus

Typhoid

VACCINES RECOMMENDED TO SOME TRAVELLERS TO INDIA

These vaccinations may be advised depending on the specific areas you are travelling to, your medical history and your itinary. Book a consultation for expert guidance on whether these vaccines are recommended for you.

Cholera

Hepatitis B

Japanese Encephalitis

Measles, Mumps & Rubella

Rabies

Yellow Fever

MALARIA RISK IN INDIA

Malaria is present in India.

There is no vaccination against Malaria, you may need to take Antimalarial tablets there are some high risk areas. We recommend you have a consultation with an expert Nomad nurse to talk through your malaria tablet recommendations.

For a detailed map of the Malaria risk in this country, click here (Source: fitfortravel)

YELLOW FEVER IN INDIA

There is no risk of Yellow Fever in India.

Yellow fever vaccination certificate requirements are specific and lengthy for India; visit the Indian Bureau of Immigration website for information.

For details on Yellow Fever risk areas, click here (Source: fitfortravel)