Southern Africa
🇸🇿 Vaccines for Swaziland
Entry requirements & recommendations for travel to Swaziland
No vaccines required for entry. Malaria risk in northern and eastern lowland areas. Hepatitis A and Typhoid recommended. Yellow Fever required if arriving from endemic countries.
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
- ⚠Malaria (limited — northeastern lowveld areas — not in Mbabane/highlands)
- ⚠Bilharzia/Schistosomiasis
Approximate cost per person
Required vaccines
~€74
(~$81)
per person · full courses
Yellow Fever (1 dose)€74 ($81)
Recommended vaccines
~€204
(~$222)
per person · full courses
Hepatitis A (2 doses)€140 ($152)
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
When to book
Book 4–6 weeks before travel. Malaria tablets if visiting northern lowland areas.
Common questions
Do I need vaccines for Eswatini (Swaziland)?
No vaccines required for most visitors. Yellow Fever proof if arriving from endemic countries. Malaria risk in northern lowland areas — Hepatitis A and Typhoid recommended.
Is there malaria in Eswatini?
Malaria risk exists in northern and eastern lowland areas. Higher-altitude areas including Mbabane are lower risk.
Is tap water safe in Eswatini?
Tap water quality is generally reasonable in towns. Bottled water is safer in rural areas.
What healthcare is available in Eswatini?
Healthcare facilities are limited outside Mbabane. Carry travel insurance.
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.