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🇧🇷 Vaccines for Brazil

Entry requirements & recommendations for travel to Brazil

Yellow Fever vaccination is required for several states including Amazonas, Mato Grosso, and Goias, and recommended for others. Hepatitis A and Typhoid are standard. Malaria risk in the Amazon region. Dengue is endemic in urban areas. Most visitors to Rio or São Paulo don't need Yellow Fever but check the specific state you're visiting.

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
Yellow Fever
Required for travel to Amazon/jungle areas. Some states require certificate. Recommended for areas outside large coastal cities.
💉 1 dose (lifetime)
📅 Book at least 3 weeks before travel
⚡ Effective: 10 days after vaccination. Certificate valid for life.
🛡 Protects for: Lifetime (single dose).
Required for entry
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
Typhoid
Contaminated food and water risk.
💉 1 dose
📅 Book at least 3 weeks before travel
⚡ Effective: 2 weeks after vaccination.
🛡 Protects for: 3–5 years. Booster recommended if re-exposure.
Recommended
Rabies
Animal bites risk, especially in rural areas.
💉 3 doses
📅 Book at least 5 weeks before travel
⚡ Effective: After 3rd dose. 2nd dose 7 days after 1st, 3rd dose 21 days after 1st.
🛡 Protects for: Pre-exposure reduces post-bite treatment needed. Boosters based on blood tests.
Recommended
Disease risks
  • ⚠Malaria (Amazon basin — not Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, coastal cities)
  • ⚠Dengue (widespread including urban areas)
  • ⚠Zika
  • ⚠Yellow Fever (Amazon/jungle areas)
  • ⚠Chikungunya
Notes: Yellow Fever strongly recommended for Amazon/jungle travel — required by some states. No malaria risk in Rio, São Paulo or coastal tourist areas. Malaria prophylaxis for Amazon basin. Dengue is a significant risk throughout including Rio.
Approximate cost per person
Required vaccines
~€74
(~$81)
per person · full courses
Yellow Fever (1 dose)€74 ($81)
Recommended vaccines
~€522
(~$568)
per person · full courses
Hepatitis A (2 doses)€140 ($152)
Typhoid (1 dose)€45 ($49)
Rabies (3 doses)€273 ($297)
Malaria tablets (4 weeks) (1 dose)€64 ($70)

💡 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 4–6 weeks before travel. If visiting Amazon or jungle states, Yellow Fever vaccination must be done at least 10 days before arrival as the certificate only becomes valid after 10 days. Hepatitis A and Typhoid can be done 2–3 weeks before departure. The Yellow Fever jab is often only available at designated travel clinics, not standard GPs.

Common questions
Do I need Yellow Fever vaccine for Brazil?
It depends where you're going. Yellow Fever vaccination is required or strongly recommended for several Brazilian states including Amazonas, Pará, Mato Grosso, Mato Grosso do Sul, Goiás, and others. It is generally not required for Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, or coastal beach destinations. Check the specific state you're visiting.
Is there malaria in Brazil?
Malaria risk in Brazil is concentrated in the Amazon region — the states of Amazonas, Pará, Acre, Rondônia, and Roraima. There is no malaria risk in Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, the coast, or most tourist destinations in the northeast. Antimalarials are recommended for Amazon travel.
What vaccines do I need for Rio de Janeiro?
No vaccines are required for entry and Yellow Fever is not recommended for Rio itself. Hepatitis A and Typhoid are worth having. Dengue is endemic in Rio and has seen significant outbreaks in recent years — mosquito protection is important. Routine vaccines including MMR should be up to date.
Do I need vaccines for the Amazon in Brazil?
Yes. For Amazon travel, Yellow Fever vaccination is strongly recommended and may be required. Malaria prevention is essential — discuss antimalarial options with your travel clinic. Hepatitis A, Typhoid, and Rabies are also recommended for extended jungle travel. Book your clinic appointment well in advance.

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