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West Africa
π¬πΌ Vaccines for Guinea-Bissau
Entry requirements and CDC/WHO recommendations for travel to Guinea-Bissau.
Yellow Fever required. High malaria risk. Limited healthcare infrastructure. Hepatitis A, Typhoid, and Hepatitis B recommended. One of West Africa's less-visited destinations β which means less tourist infrastructure and more need for preparation.
Medical disclaimer: This is general information only β 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.
π 1 dose (lifetime)
π
Book at least 3 weeks before travel
β‘ Effective: 10 days after vaccination. Certificate valid for life.
π‘ Protects for: Lifetime (single dose).
Required for entry
Recommended by CDC / WHO
Hepatitis A
Food and water contamination.
π 2 doses
π
Book at least 4 weeks before travel
β‘ Effective: 2 weeks after 1st dose. Full protection after 2nd dose (6β12 months later).
π‘ Protects for: 1st dose ~1 yr. 2nd dose: lifetime.
Recommended
Typhoid
Contaminated food and water.
π 1 dose
π
Book at least 3 weeks before travel
β‘ Effective: 2 weeks after vaccination.
π‘ Protects for: 3β5 years. Booster recommended if re-exposure.
Recommended
Hepatitis B
Blood and sexual contact.
π 3 doses
π
Book at least 26 weeks before travel
β‘ Effective: After full 3-dose course. Accelerated 3-week schedule available β ask your clinic.
π‘ Protects for: Lifetime after full course.
Recommended
Disease risks
- β Malaria (high risk)
- β Yellow Fever
- β Cholera
Approximate cost per person
Required vaccines
~β¬74
(~$81)
per person Β· full courses
Yellow Fever (1 dose)β¬74 ($81)
Recommended vaccines
~β¬438
(~$478)
per person Β· full courses
Hepatitis A (2 doses)β¬140 ($152)
Typhoid (1 dose)β¬45 ($49)
Hepatitis B (3 doses)β¬189 ($207)
Malaria tablets (4 weeks) (1 dose)β¬64 ($70)
π‘ 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 β 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.