Travel Vaccinations and advice

Vaccinations

If you're planning to travel outside the UK, you may need to be vaccinated against some of the serious diseases found in other parts of the world.

Travel Risk Assessment

We no longer offer a travel and advice immunisation service. If you are travelling abroad please contact a participating pharmacy in plenty of time. We recommend 6-8 weeks before your journey.

Find our more about Travel Vaccinations on NHS Inform.

Which travel vaccines do I need?

You can find out which vaccinations are necessary or recommended for the areas you'll be visiting on this website:

Some countries require proof of vaccination (for example, for polio or yellow fever vaccination), which must be documented on an International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis (ICVP) before you enter or when you leave a country.

Find out more about the vaccines available for travellers abroad.

Foreign travel advice

Get advice about travelling abroad, including the latest information on coronavirus, safety and security, entry requirements and travel warnings.

Page last reviewed: 26 January 2026
Page created: 07 January 2026