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🇫🇲 Vaccines for Micronesia

Entry requirements & recommendations for travel to Micronesia

The Federated States of Micronesia require no specific travel vaccines for entry. Hepatitis A and Typhoid are recommended given variable food and water infrastructure across its scattered islands, which span four states (Yap, Chuuk, Pohnpei, and Kosrae) across a wide area of the Pacific. There's no malaria risk. Dengue and Zika have occurred historically, consistent with the wider Pacific region. Chuuk Lagoon is a major draw for wreck diving enthusiasts due to its WWII shipwrecks. Healthcare facilities vary by state but are generally basic, with serious medical issues typically requiring evacuation to Guam, Hawaii, or the Philippines.

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
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
Disease risks
  • ⚠Dengue (endemic)
  • ⚠Zika (previous outbreak)
Approximate cost per person
Required vaccines
—
None required for entry
Recommended vaccines
~€185
(~$201)
per person · full courses
Hepatitis A (2 doses)€140 ($152)
Typhoid (1 dose)€45 ($49)

💡 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
SamoaTongaKiribatiMarshall Islands
Common questions
Do I need vaccines for Micronesia?
No vaccines are required for entry. Hepatitis A and Typhoid are recommended given variable food and water infrastructure across the scattered islands of Yap, Chuuk, Pohnpei, and Kosrae.
Is there malaria in Micronesia?
No. The Federated States of Micronesia have no malaria risk.
Is tap water safe in Micronesia?
Water quality varies significantly between the four states and even between islands within each state. Bottled water is recommended as a general precaution throughout.
What routine vaccines should I check before visiting Micronesia?
Ensure routine immunisations — MMR, Tetanus, and Diphtheria — are current. Given the basic and variable healthcare facilities across Micronesia's scattered islands, and the likelihood that serious medical issues would require evacuation to Guam, Hawaii, or the Philippines, comprehensive travel insurance with medical evacuation cover is essential, particularly for remote diving trips to places like Chuuk Lagoon.