Edinburgh Vaccination Clinic (Bruntsfield Pharmacy) is a registered Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre at 129 Bruntsfield Place. We administer the yellow fever vaccine, issue your official International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis (ICVP — the yellow card) on the same visit, and provide a full travel health consultation tailored to your exact itinerary. Without a valid ICVP certificate, many countries in Africa and South America will refuse you entry at the border. The vaccine costs £75 including official ICVP certification and appointments are available to book online.
Yellow Fever Vaccine Edinburgh — at a glance
- Cost: £75 including official ICVP certification
- Certificate: Official ICVP (yellow card) issued on the same day
- Protection: Single dose provides lifelong protection for most travellers
- Who it is for: Travellers to yellow fever risk countries in Africa and South America
- Registered centre: Yes — only registered centres can administer this vaccine and issue the ICVP
- Booking: Online, telephone or in-person
Award-winning vaccination care in Edinburgh
🏆 Travel Health Clinic of the Year — Pharmacy Business Awards 2025. Edinburgh Vaccination Clinic (Bruntsfield Pharmacy) was named the best travel health clinic in the UK at the Pharmacy Business Awards 2025.
Can I get the yellow fever vaccine in Edinburgh?
Yes. The yellow fever vaccine is available at Edinburgh Vaccination Clinic (Bruntsfield Pharmacy), 129 Bruntsfield Place, Edinburgh EH10 4EQ. We are a registered Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre, which means we are authorised to both administer the vaccine and issue the official ICVP certificate. Most GP surgeries and standard pharmacies cannot do this — the yellow fever vaccine is tightly regulated and can only be given at a registered centre.
If you are travelling to a country where yellow fever is a risk or an entry requirement, you need both the vaccination and the certificate. One without the other is not sufficient. At Edinburgh Vaccination Clinic (Bruntsfield Pharmacy) you receive both at the same appointment.
No referral is needed. Book online, attend your appointment at Bruntsfield Place, and leave with your certificate on the same day. Suitability is confirmed during your consultation.
Yellow fever vaccine cost Edinburgh
At Edinburgh Vaccination Clinic (Bruntsfield Pharmacy) the yellow fever vaccine costs £75 including official ICVP certification. There are no hidden fees. Your appointment includes the travel health consultation, the vaccine, administration, and your official ICVP certificate where indicated.
What is yellow fever?
Yellow fever is a viral disease transmitted by infected mosquitoes. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of sub-Saharan Africa and South America. Most people who contract yellow fever experience a mild illness — fever, headache, nausea and muscle pain — that resolves within a week. A smaller proportion develop a severe second phase involving jaundice (which gives the disease its name), bleeding, organ failure and, in serious cases, death. There is no antiviral treatment for yellow fever. Vaccination is your only reliable protection.
Yellow fever is not a risk in the UK. It is a risk the moment you travel to an affected region, and some of those regions have very high transmission rates in rural and forested areas. Our clinicians will advise you on the specific risk level for your exact itinerary at your consultation.
About the yellow fever vaccine
The yellow fever vaccine is a live attenuated vaccine given as a single injection. For the vast majority of travellers, one dose provides lifelong protection. Booster doses are only recommended in a small number of specific circumstances — women vaccinated during pregnancy, travellers vaccinated in infancy, and those with certain immune conditions. Your clinician will advise on whether a booster applies to you.
Because the yellow fever vaccine is a live vaccine, it is not suitable for everyone. Suitability is assessed at every appointment by our pharmacist independent prescriber before any vaccine is given.
What makes the yellow fever vaccine different from other travel vaccines is the certification requirement. Many countries require proof of vaccination — not just the clinical protection. The ICVP certificate we issue is the official document that border control checks. It becomes valid for entry into countries that require it 10 days after vaccination. Do not leave this until the last minute.
Which countries require a yellow fever certificate?
A valid ICVP certificate is a legal entry requirement for many countries. The list changes, and requirements often depend on which countries you have recently visited as well as your destination. At your consultation our clinician will check the current entry requirements for your specific itinerary. Countries that commonly require the certificate include:
Africa: Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, Uganda, Democratic Republic of Congo, Cameroon, Angola, Côte d’Ivoire, Mali, Niger and others.
South America: Bolivia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Paraguay, Peru and parts of Brazil.
Transit passengers: Some countries require proof of yellow fever vaccination even if you are only transiting through a yellow fever risk country. If your route passes through an affected country, check before you travel.
Entry requirements are set by governments and can change with little notice. Our clinicians check current guidance at every appointment.
What happens at your yellow fever appointment
Edinburgh Vaccination Clinic (Bruntsfield Pharmacy) does not operate a conveyor-belt vaccination service. Every yellow fever appointment is a full travel health consultation. Here is what to expect:
Step 1. Book your appointment online at Edinburgh Vaccination Clinic (Bruntsfield Pharmacy). No referral is needed. Suitability and supply are confirmed during your consultation.
Step 2. Attend your appointment at 129 Bruntsfield Place. Our pharmacist independent prescriber will review your full itinerary, medical history and any contraindications, confirm the vaccine is appropriate for you, and administer it during the same appointment. The whole visit typically takes 20 to 30 minutes.
Step 3. Receive your ICVP certificate. Your official yellow card is completed and issued before you leave. It becomes valid for international entry requirements 10 days after vaccination.
Step 4. Our clinician will advise on any additional vaccines, antimalarial tablets, and destination-specific health risks relevant to your trip. We offer the full range of travel vaccinations — hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, rabies, malaria prevention and more — so in most cases everything can be addressed in one visit.
Who cannot have the yellow fever vaccine?
The yellow fever vaccine is a live vaccine and is not suitable for everyone. You may not be able to receive it if you are:
- Under 9 months of age
- Pregnant or breastfeeding
- Immunocompromised or receiving immunosuppressive treatment
- Aged over 60 and receiving the vaccine for the first time (requires careful individual assessment)
- Severely allergic to eggs, chicken protein, or any component of the vaccine
If any of these apply to you, do not book elsewhere without speaking to a clinician first. At Edinburgh Vaccination Clinic (Bruntsfield Pharmacy) our pharmacist independent prescriber will assess your circumstances and advise on whether a medical exemption letter is appropriate for your destination. An exemption letter does not guarantee entry — requirements vary by country — but our clinician will advise on the options available to you.
Book your yellow fever vaccine in Edinburgh today
Government-registered Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre. ICVP certificate issued on the same day. Full travel health consultation included. Walk-in and same-day appointments subject to availability. 129 Bruntsfield Place, Edinburgh, EH10 4EQ.
📞 0131 563 6824 📧 evc@bruntsfieldpharmacy.co.uk 📍 129 Bruntsfield Place, Edinburgh, EH10 4EQ
Easy to reach from Bruntsfield, Morningside, Marchmont, Tollcross, Newington and the Meadows. Well served by buses from across Edinburgh.
Yellow fever vaccine Edinburgh — your questions answered
Do I need a yellow fever vaccine for my trip?
It depends on your destination and route. Many countries in sub-Saharan Africa and South America require proof of yellow fever vaccination as a condition of entry. Some require it only if you are arriving from a country with yellow fever risk. Our clinician will check the current entry requirements for your specific itinerary at your consultation. If in doubt, book an appointment — it is better to confirm you do not need it than to be refused entry at the border.
How far in advance do I need the yellow fever vaccine?
You should receive the yellow fever vaccine at least 10 days before travel. This is when your ICVP certificate becomes valid for international entry. Ideally book 4 to 6 weeks before your departure date so there is sufficient time to address any other vaccination needs identified at your travel health consultation.
Can I walk in for a yellow fever vaccine in Edinburgh?
Walk-in appointments are available at Edinburgh Vaccination Clinic (Bruntsfield Pharmacy) subject to vaccine availability. Because the yellow fever vaccine is a live vaccine with specific storage requirements, stock is managed carefully and cannot always be guaranteed without advance booking. We strongly recommend booking online to secure your appointment, particularly if you are travelling within the next four weeks.
Is one dose of the yellow fever vaccine enough?
For most travellers, yes — a single dose provides lifelong protection. Booster doses are only recommended in specific circumstances including vaccination during pregnancy, vaccination in infancy, or for travellers with certain immune conditions. Your clinician will advise you at your consultation.
What is the ICVP certificate and why do I need it?
The International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis — commonly called the yellow card — is the official document that proves you have received the yellow fever vaccine. It is issued only by government-registered Yellow Fever Vaccination Centres and is what border control checks at entry. The vaccine protects you medically; the certificate protects you at the border. You need both. Edinburgh Vaccination Clinic (Bruntsfield Pharmacy) issues the ICVP certificate on the same day as your vaccination.
Can I get all my travel vaccines in one appointment?
In most cases, yes. Edinburgh Vaccination Clinic (Bruntsfield Pharmacy) offers the full range of travel vaccinations including hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, rabies, tick-borne encephalitis, Japanese encephalitis, meningitis ACWY, and antimalarial tablets. Combining your yellow fever appointment with your other travel health needs saves time and ensures everything is correctly coordinated for your departure date.
Where is Edinburgh Vaccination Clinic (Bruntsfield Pharmacy)?
We are at 129 Bruntsfield Place, Edinburgh, EH10 4EQ. Easy to reach from Bruntsfield, Morningside, Marchmont, Tollcross, Newington and the Meadows. Well served by buses from across Edinburgh including from the city centre, New Town, Stockbridge and Leith. No referral is needed. Book online for available appointments.
