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🇸🇻 Vaccines for El Salvador

Entry requirements & recommendations for travel to El Salvador

Hepatitis A and Typhoid recommended. Malaria risk is low in most areas but exists in some rural regions. No vaccines required for entry.

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
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
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.

Often combined with
MexicoGuatemalaBelizeHonduras
When to book

Book 3–4 weeks before travel. Hepatitis A and Typhoid have short lead times.

Common questions
Do I need vaccines for El Salvador?
No vaccines required for entry. Hepatitis A and Typhoid recommended. No significant malaria risk in tourist areas.
Is there malaria in El Salvador?
Malaria risk is low in most of El Salvador. Some risk exists in rural areas. Main tourist areas are generally low risk.
Is tap water safe in El Salvador?
No. Use bottled water throughout your trip.
What is the main health risk in El Salvador?
Dengue is endemic. Use DEET repellent throughout your trip. Crime is also a significant safety concern in some areas — check travel advisories.

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.