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๐ฒ๐ฟ Vaccines for Mozambique
Entry requirements and CDC/WHO recommendations for travel to Mozambique.
Yellow Fever required if arriving from endemic countries. Malaria risk is high throughout โ Mozambique is one of the highest-burden malaria countries in the world. Cholera outbreaks occur, particularly after cyclones. Hepatitis A and Typhoid recommended.
Medical disclaimer: This is general information only โ 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.
๐ 1 dose (lifetime)
๐
Book at least 3 weeks before travel
โก Effective: 10 days after vaccination. Certificate valid for life.
๐ก Protects for: Lifetime (single dose).
Required for entry
Recommended by CDC / WHO
Hepatitis A
Food and water contamination risk.
๐ 2 doses
๐
Book at least 4 weeks before travel
โก Effective: 2 weeks after 1st dose. Full protection after 2nd dose (6โ12 months later).
๐ก Protects for: 1st dose ~1 yr. 2nd dose: lifetime.
Recommended
Typhoid
Contaminated food and water.
๐ 1 dose
๐
Book at least 3 weeks before travel
โก Effective: 2 weeks after vaccination.
๐ก Protects for: 3โ5 years. Booster recommended if re-exposure.
Recommended
Cholera
Periodic outbreaks, particularly after cyclones.
๐ 2 doses
๐
Book at least 3 weeks before travel
โก Effective: 1 week after 2nd dose (1โ6 weeks after 1st).
๐ก Protects for: 2 years. Booster if still at risk.
Recommended
Disease risks
- โ Malaria (high risk throughout)
- โ Cholera (periodic outbreaks)
- โ Schistosomiasis
- โ Dengue
Notes: Yellow Fever required from endemic countries. Malaria prophylaxis essential. Mozambique is one of the highest-burden malaria countries in the world.
Approximate cost per person
Required vaccines
~โฌ74
(~$81)
per person ยท full courses
Yellow Fever (1 dose)โฌ74 ($81)
Recommended vaccines
~โฌ393
(~$427)
per person ยท full courses
Hepatitis A (2 doses)โฌ140 ($152)
Typhoid (1 dose)โฌ45 ($49)
Cholera (2 doses)โฌ144 ($156)
Malaria tablets (4 weeks) (1 dose)โฌ64 ($70)
๐ก 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 โ 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.