Southeast Asia
🇮🇩 Vaccines for Indonesia
Entry requirements & recommendations for travel to Indonesia
Indonesia requires Yellow Fever proof if arriving from an endemic country, and the health profile varies considerably across this vast archipelago — Bali, the most-visited destination, has no malaria risk in its main tourist areas but does have a significant rabies presence among dogs and monkeys, making this a genuine consideration for Bali specifically. Hepatitis A, Typhoid, Hepatitis B, and Japanese Encephalitis are recommended generally. Malaria risk is present on islands further east including Papua, Maluku, and parts of Nusa Tenggara, but generally not on Java or Bali's resort areas. Healthcare in Bali's tourist areas is reasonable, with facilities geared towards international visitors; more remote islands have very limited access.
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
Yellow Fever
Certificate required if arriving from endemic country.
💉 1 dose (lifetime)
📅 Book at least 3 weeks before travel
⚡ Effective: 10 days after vaccination. Certificate valid for life.
🛡 Protects for: Lifetime (single dose).
Required for entry
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
Hepatitis B
Blood and sexual contact.
💉 3 doses
📅 Book at least 26 weeks before travel
⚡ Effective: After full 3-dose course. Accelerated 3-week schedule available — ask your clinic.
🛡 Protects for: Lifetime after full course.
Recommended
Japanese Encephalitis
Risk in agricultural areas — Bali, Java, other islands.
💉 2 doses
📅 Book at least 7 weeks before travel
⚡ Effective: After 2nd dose (28 days after the 1st).
🛡 Protects for: Booster after 1 year if ongoing exposure.
Recommended
Rabies
Rabies present on Bali and many islands — dog and monkey bites risk.
💉 3 doses
📅 Book at least 5 weeks before travel
⚡ Effective: After 3rd dose. 2nd dose 7 days after 1st, 3rd dose 21 days after 1st.
🛡 Protects for: Pre-exposure reduces post-bite treatment needed. Boosters based on blood tests.
Recommended
Disease risks
- ⚠Malaria (risk varies by island — present on Kalimantan, Papua, Maluku, NTT; low on Java/Bali resort areas)
- ⚠Dengue (widespread)
- ⚠Japanese Encephalitis
- ⚠Rabies (Bali)
- ⚠Avian Influenza (rare)
Notes: Yellow Fever required from endemic countries. Rabies vaccination strongly recommended for Bali travel — significant risk from monkeys and dogs. No malaria in Bali resort areas or main Javanese cities. Malaria prophylaxis for Papua, Maluku, eastern islands.
Approximate cost per person
Required vaccines
~€74
(~$81)
per person · full courses
Yellow Fever (1 dose)€74 ($81)
Recommended vaccines
~€975
(~$1063)
per person · full courses
Hepatitis A (2 doses)€140 ($152)
Typhoid (1 dose)€45 ($49)
Hepatitis B (3 doses)€189 ($207)
Japanese Encephalitis (2 doses)€264 ($288)
Rabies (3 doses)€273 ($297)
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.