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)
