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🇲🇺 Vaccines for Mauritius

Entry requirements & recommendations for travel to Mauritius

No vaccines required. Hepatitis A and Typhoid are reasonable precautions. No malaria risk. Chikungunya has occurred on the island — mosquito protection is sensible.

Medical disclaimer: This is general information only — not personal medical advice. Requirements and risks change. Always consult a qualified travel health clinic before departure.
⚠️ Active outbreak — May 2026: An active chikungunya outbreak is ongoing in Mauritius. CDC Level 1 notice issued 14 May 2026. No vaccine available — prevent mosquito bites with DEET repellent, cover up during daytime hours.
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

No travel-specific vaccines recommended for most visitors.

Disease risks
  • ⚠Dengue (endemic)
  • ⚠Chikungunya
Approximate cost per person
Required vaccines
~€74
(~$81)
per person · full courses
Yellow Fever (1 dose)€74 ($81)
Recommended vaccines
—
None recommended for most visitors

💡 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
KenyaTanzaniaEthiopiaUganda
When to book

Book 2–4 weeks before travel. Low-risk destination with no complex schedule.

Common questions
Do I need vaccines for Mauritius?
No vaccines required. Hepatitis A and Typhoid are reasonable precautions. No malaria risk. Chikungunya has occurred — use mosquito repellent.
Is there malaria in Mauritius?
No. Mauritius is malaria-free.
Is chikungunya a risk in Mauritius?
Yes. There is an active chikungunya outbreak as of 2026. Use DEET repellent and cover up during daytime hours when Aedes mosquitoes bite.
Is tap water safe in Mauritius?
Yes. Tap water is safe to drink in Mauritius.

Data based on WHO International Travel and Health and CDC Yellow Book 2026. Last verified: May 2026. Always verify current requirements with a travel health clinic before departure.