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🇨🇲 Vaccines for Cameroon

Entry requirements & recommendations for travel to Cameroon

Yellow Fever required for entry. Malaria is endemic and antimalarials are essential. Meningococcal vaccine is recommended. Hepatitis A, Typhoid, and Rabies vaccines all worth getting. Medical facilities outside Yaoundé and Douala are very limited.

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
Certificate required for entry.
💉 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.
💉 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
Hepatitis B
Blood and sexual contact.
💉 3 doses
📅 Book at least 26 weeks before travel
⚡ Effective: After full 3-dose course. Accelerated 3-week schedule available — ask your clinic.
🛡 Protects for: Lifetime after full course.
Recommended
Rabies
Animal bites risk.
💉 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
Meningococcal
Northern Cameroon in meningitis belt.
💉 1 dose
📅 Book at least 3 weeks before travel
⚡ Effective: 2 weeks after vaccination.
🛡 Protects for: 5 years. Booster if ongoing risk.
Recommended
Disease risks
  • ⚠Malaria (high risk throughout)
  • ⚠Yellow Fever
  • ⚠Ebola (northwestern border)
  • ⚠Sleeping sickness (some areas)
Approximate cost per person
Required vaccines
~€74
(~$81)
per person · full courses
Yellow Fever (1 dose)€74 ($81)
Recommended vaccines
~€771
(~$840)
per person · full courses
Hepatitis A (2 doses)€140 ($152)
Typhoid (1 dose)€45 ($49)
Hepatitis B (3 doses)€189 ($207)
Rabies (3 doses)€273 ($297)
Meningococcal ACWY (1 dose)€60 ($65)
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 6–8 weeks before travel to Cameroon. Yellow Fever certificate must be 10 days old on arrival. Malaria tablets need to start before travel — timing depends on which antimalarial you choose. Meningococcal, Hepatitis A and Typhoid can be done 2–4 weeks before departure.

Common questions
Do I need Yellow Fever vaccine for Cameroon?
Yes. Yellow Fever vaccination is required for entry to Cameroon. You must carry the International Certificate of Vaccination and it must be at least 10 days old on arrival.
Do I need malaria tablets for Cameroon?
Yes. Malaria is endemic throughout Cameroon. Antimalarials are essential for all visits. Discuss the right option with a travel clinic.
What other vaccines are needed for Cameroon?
Meningococcal, Hepatitis A, Typhoid, and Rabies are recommended for Cameroon. Ensure routine vaccinations are up to date before travel.
Is tap water safe in Cameroon?
No. Do not drink tap water in Cameroon. Use bottled water throughout your trip.

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.