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🇸🇳 Vaccines for Senegal

Entry requirements & recommendations for travel to Senegal

Yellow Fever required for entry. Malaria is endemic and antimalarials are essential. Meningococcal vaccine recommended. Hepatitis A and Typhoid are standard.

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 for entry.
💉 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
Meningococcal
Meningitis belt — recommended dry season.
💉 1 dose
📅 Book at least 3 weeks before travel
⚡ Effective: 2 weeks after vaccination.
🛡 Protects for: 5 years. Booster if ongoing risk.
Recommended
Disease risks
  • ⚠Malaria (most areas, lower in Dakar)
  • ⚠Yellow Fever
  • ⚠Meningococcal disease
  • ⚠Schistosomiasis
Approximate cost per person
Required vaccines
~€74
(~$81)
per person · full courses
Yellow Fever (1 dose)€74 ($81)
Recommended vaccines
~€309
(~$336)
per person · full courses
Hepatitis A (2 doses)€140 ($152)
Typhoid (1 dose)€45 ($49)
Meningococcal ACWY (1 dose)€60 ($65)
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.

Often combined with
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When to book

Book 6–8 weeks before travel. Yellow Fever certificate must be 10 days old on arrival. Malaria tablets need to start before travel. Meningococcal, Hepatitis A and Typhoid can be done 2–4 weeks before departure.

Common questions
Do I need Yellow Fever vaccine for Senegal?
Yes. Yellow Fever vaccination is required for entry to Senegal for all travellers. The certificate must be at least 10 days old on arrival.
Do I need malaria tablets for Senegal?
Yes. Malaria is endemic throughout Senegal. Antimalarials are recommended for all visits including Dakar. The risk is highest during and after the rainy season (June–October).
What other vaccines are needed for Senegal?
Meningococcal, Hepatitis A, and Typhoid are all recommended. Senegal sits in the meningitis belt. Rabies is worth considering for longer stays.
Is Senegal safe to visit?
Senegal is considered one of the more politically stable West African countries. From a health perspective, it requires thorough vaccine preparation including Yellow Fever and malaria prevention.

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.