Travel vaccinations for India
If you're visiting family, spending time in Goa or travelling between several Indian states, your route can make a real difference to your travel health needs. Malaria risk varies by region, and yellow fever certificate rules can depend on where you travelled beforehand. Book a free travel consultation to discuss your itinerary.
Vaccines recommended for most travellers
These are recommended for most people visiting this destination. Your pharmacist confirms what you need at your free consultation.
Depending on your trip
Your pharmacist may also recommend these, depending on where you are going, what you will be doing and how long you are staying.
Travelling through eastern states? There is malaria risk in Mizoram, Odisha and Tripura. Our pharmacists can discuss whether malaria tablets are appropriate for your route.
Visiting Goa or Lakshadweep? Malaria risk is low in Goa and the rest of India outside those states, while there is no risk in the Lakshadweep islands.
Dengue vaccine if you have had dengue before. MMR if you are not up to date.
Yellow fever and malaria
What applies to this destination, and how we can help before you go.
Yellow fever
There is no yellow fever risk in India. Travellers aged 9 months and over who arrive within 6 days of leaving a yellow fever risk area need a certificate. Without one, you can be held in isolation for up to 6 days. Check your full flight and transit route with us.
Yellow fever vaccination at our Registered Yellow Fever CentreMalaria
Malaria tablets are recommended for the states of Mizoram, Odisha and Tripura. The rest of India, including Goa and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, is low risk, where bite avoidance is advised. There is no risk in the Lakshadweep islands.
Malaria prevention advice for your routeDengue, chikungunya, Zika, measles and tuberculosis.
Ask our pharmacists how to reduce these risks, including how to avoid mosquito and animal bites.
Source: NaTHNaC TravelHealthPro. Travel health advice can change. For the latest outbreaks and country health alerts, visit TravelHealthPro. Our pharmacists check current guidance at your consultation.
View the TravelHealthPro country pageHow it works
Book your free consultation
Choose your appointment online, with same-day appointments available every day. Reserve your visit now, with no payment at booking.
Get advice for your trip
Meet a travel-trained pharmacist in our private clinic room. Discuss your itinerary, vaccination history and health needs.
Arrange your vaccinations
Agree your vaccination plan, prices and dose schedule with us. With vaccines in stock, you can plan around your departure date.
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Frequently asked questions
Which travel vaccines are recommended for India?
Hepatitis A, typhoid and a tetanus booster are recommended for most travellers to India. Depending on individual risk, cholera, hepatitis B, Japanese encephalitis and rabies vaccinations may also be recommended. Other travel health risks include dengue, chikungunya, measles and tuberculosis. Our pharmacists can review the vaccinations relevant to your planned route.
Do I need malaria tablets for India?
That depends on your itinerary. Malaria risk is present in Mizoram, Odisha and Tripura, where tablets are recommended. There is low risk in the rest of India, including Goa, and no risk in the Lakshadweep islands. Our pharmacists can review the states you plan to visit and advise whether malaria tablets are appropriate.
Does India require a yellow fever certificate?
Yes, if you arrive from a country with yellow fever risk, even though India itself has no yellow fever risk. Travellers arriving without a valid certificate within six days of leaving a yellow fever risk area may be detained in isolation for up to six days. Check your complete travel and transit itinerary before departure.
Do I need extra vaccines when visiting family in India?
Possibly. People visiting friends and relatives are at higher risk of some infections, including typhoid and hepatitis B. Hepatitis A, typhoid and a tetanus booster are recommended for most travellers, with cholera, hepatitis B, Japanese encephalitis and rabies depending on your plans and how long you are staying. Share your full itinerary at your consultation.
Book your free travel consultation
Same-day appointments every day at 156 Brompton Road, Knightsbridge. Open every day until 9pm. Book 6 to 8 weeks before you travel if you can, but last-minute trips are welcome.
