Central America
🇸🇻 Vaccines for El Salvador
Entry requirements and CDC/WHO recommendations for travel to El Salvador.
Hepatitis A and Typhoid recommended. Limited malaria risk in rural areas. Dengue endemic. The smallest country in Central America and one of the more manageable health-wise.
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 CDC / WHO
Hepatitis A
Food and water contamination risk.
Recommended
Typhoid
Contaminated food and water.
Recommended
Disease risks
- ⚠Malaria (limited — rural areas only)
- ⚠Dengue (endemic)
- ⚠Zika
Approximate cost per person
Required vaccines
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None required for entry
Recommended vaccines
~€249
(~$271)
per person · full courses
Hepatitis A (2 doses)€140 ($152)
Typhoid (1 dose)€45 ($49)
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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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.