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๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ถ Vaccines for Equatorial Guinea

Entry requirements & recommendations for travel to Equatorial Guinea

Yellow Fever required for entry. Malaria is endemic and antimalarials are essential. Hepatitis A and Typhoid recommended.

Medical disclaimer: This is general information only โ€” not personal medical advice. Requirements and risks change. Always consult a qualified travel health clinic before departure.
Yellow Fever
Certificate required for entry.
๐Ÿ’‰ 1 dose (lifetime)
๐Ÿ“… Book at least 3 weeks before travel
โšก Effective: 10 days after vaccination. Certificate valid for life.
๐Ÿ›ก Protects for: Lifetime (single dose).
Required for entry
Hepatitis A
Food and water contamination risk.
๐Ÿ’‰ 2 doses
๐Ÿ“… Book at least 4 weeks before travel
โšก Effective: 2 weeks after 1st dose. Full protection after 2nd dose (6โ€“12 months later).
๐Ÿ›ก Protects for: 1st dose ~1 yr. 2nd dose: lifetime.
Recommended
Typhoid
Contaminated food and water.
๐Ÿ’‰ 1 dose
๐Ÿ“… Book at least 3 weeks before travel
โšก Effective: 2 weeks after vaccination.
๐Ÿ›ก Protects for: 3โ€“5 years. Booster recommended if re-exposure.
Recommended
Hepatitis B
Blood and sexual contact.
๐Ÿ’‰ 3 doses
๐Ÿ“… Book at least 26 weeks before travel
โšก Effective: After full 3-dose course. Accelerated 3-week schedule available โ€” ask your clinic.
๐Ÿ›ก Protects for: Lifetime after full course.
Recommended
  • โš Malaria (high risk throughout)
  • โš Yellow Fever
  • โš Ebola (border risk)
Required vaccines
~โ‚ฌ74
(~$81)
per person ยท full courses
Yellow Fever (1 dose)โ‚ฌ74 ($81)
Recommended vaccines
~โ‚ฌ438
(~$478)
per person ยท full courses
Hepatitis A (2 doses)โ‚ฌ140 ($152)
Typhoid (1 dose)โ‚ฌ45 ($49)
Hepatitis B (3 doses)โ‚ฌ189 ($207)
Malaria tablets (4 weeks) (1 dose)โ‚ฌ64 ($70)

๐Ÿ’ก 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 โ€” discuss your specific itinerary with a travel health clinic.

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Book 6โ€“8 weeks before travel to Equatorial Guinea. Yellow Fever certificate must be 10 days old on arrival. Malaria tablets need to start before travel โ€” timing depends on which antimalarial you choose. Meningococcal, Hepatitis A and Typhoid can be done 2โ€“4 weeks before departure.

Do I need Yellow Fever vaccine for Equatorial Guinea?
Yes. Yellow Fever vaccination is required for entry to Equatorial Guinea. 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 Equatorial Guinea?
Yes. Malaria is endemic throughout Equatorial Guinea. Antimalarials are essential for all visits. Discuss the right option with a travel clinic.
What other vaccines are needed for Equatorial Guinea?
Meningococcal, Hepatitis A, Typhoid, and Rabies are recommended for Equatorial Guinea. Ensure routine vaccinations are up to date before travel.
Is tap water safe in Equatorial Guinea?
No. Do not drink tap water in Equatorial Guinea. 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.