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🇦🇱 Vaccines for Albania

Entry requirements & recommendations for travel to Albania

Hepatitis A is the main one to sort before you go. Food and water hygiene is variable outside Tirana and the coastal resorts, so it's a sensible precaution. Tick-borne encephalitis is worth discussing if you're planning time in rural or forested areas. No malaria risk.

Medical disclaimer: This is general information only — not personal medical advice. Requirements and risks change. Always consult a qualified travel health clinic before departure.
Required for entry

No vaccines required for entry to this destination.

Recommended by WHO & CDC
Hepatitis A
Food and water contamination risk.
💉 2 doses
📅 Book at least 4 weeks before travel
⚡ Effective: 2 weeks after 1st dose. Full protection after 2nd dose (6–12 months later).
🛡 Protects for: 1st dose ~1 yr. 2nd dose: lifetime.
Recommended
Disease risks
  • ⚠Hepatitis A
Approximate cost per person
Required vaccines
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None required for entry
Recommended vaccines
~€140
(~$152)
per person · full courses
Hepatitis A (2 doses)€140 ($152)

💡 Approximate figures based on private European travel clinic rates (April 2026). Actual costs vary by clinic and country. Not all recommended vaccines will apply to every trip — discuss your specific itinerary with a travel health clinic.

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When to book

Book 2–4 weeks before travel. Hepatitis A and Typhoid have short lead times. If planning outdoor activity in rural areas, tick-borne encephalitis needs more lead time.

Common questions
Do I need vaccines for Albania?
No vaccines are required for entry. Hepatitis A is the main recommendation, particularly for rural travel and eating outside tourist restaurants. No malaria risk.
Is there malaria in Albania?
No. Albania is malaria-free.
Is tick-borne encephalitis a risk in Albania?
Low risk for most tourist itineraries. Worth discussing with a travel clinic if planning extended hiking or camping in forested rural areas.
Is tap water safe in Albania?
Water quality is variable outside Tirana. Use bottled water, particularly in rural areas and smaller towns.

Data based on WHO International Travel and Health and CDC Yellow Book 2026. Last verified: April 2026. Always verify current requirements with a travel health clinic before departure.