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🇬🇪 Vaccines for Georgia

Entry requirements & recommendations for travel to Georgia

Georgia (the country) requires no specific travel vaccines. Hepatitis A is recommended given variable food and water hygiene outside Tbilisi. There's no significant malaria risk for the main tourist areas. Rabies exists in rural areas and is worth being aware of given that animal contact (including stray dogs, common in Tbilisi and elsewhere) is more frequent than in Western Europe. Tick-borne encephalitis exists in forested areas, relevant for hikers in the Caucasus mountains, which are a major draw for outdoor tourism alongside Tbilisi's old town and Georgia's renowned wine regions like Kakheti.

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
Disease risks
  • ⚠Hepatitis A
  • ⚠Rabies (rural areas)
Approximate cost per person
Required vaccines
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None required for entry
Recommended vaccines
~€140
(~$152)
per person · full courses
Hepatitis A (2 doses)€140 ($152)

💡 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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Common questions
Do I need vaccines for Georgia?
No vaccines are required for entry. Hepatitis A is recommended given variable food and water hygiene outside Tbilisi. Rabies and tick-borne encephalitis are both worth being aware of for rural and outdoor travel, particularly in the Caucasus mountains.
Is there malaria in Georgia?
No significant malaria risk for the main tourist areas in Georgia, including Tbilisi, Kakheti wine region, and the Caucasus mountains.
What is the tap water like in Georgia?
Tap water quality is variable, generally better in Tbilisi than in rural areas. Bottled water is a reasonable precaution, particularly outside the capital and in the mountain regions popular for hiking.
Is tick-borne encephalitis a risk in Georgia?
Yes, in forested areas of the Caucasus mountains, particularly during spring through autumn for those hiking or trekking. For city visits to Tbilisi the practical risk is low, but anyone planning significant time in the mountains — a major part of Georgia's appeal — should take tick precautions seriously.