Oceania
🇼🇸 Vaccines for Samoa
Entry requirements & recommendations for travel to Samoa
Hepatitis A and Typhoid recommended. No malaria risk. Routine vaccinations should be current.
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.
Required for entry
Recommended by WHO & CDC
Hepatitis A
Food and water contamination risk.
Recommended
Disease risks
- ⚠Dengue (endemic)
- ⚠Zika (previous outbreak)
Approximate cost per person
Required vaccines
~€74
(~$81)
per person · full courses
Yellow Fever (1 dose)€74 ($81)
Recommended vaccines
~€140
(~$152)
per person · full courses
Hepatitis A (2 doses)€140 ($152)
💡 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.
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When to book
Book 2–4 weeks before travel. Samoa is relatively low-risk. Hepatitis A and Typhoid have short lead times.
Common questions
Do I need vaccines for Samoa?
No vaccines are required for entry to Samoa. Hepatitis A and Typhoid are recommended. No malaria risk.
Is there malaria in Samoa?
No significant malaria risk in Samoa for most visitors.
Is tap water safe in Samoa?
Water quality varies. Use bottled water as a precaution.
What routine vaccines should I check before visiting Samoa?
Ensure MMR, Tetanus, and other routine vaccinations are up to date. Hepatitis A and Typhoid provide added protection for food and waterborne illness.
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.