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🇺🇿 Vaccines for Uzbekistan

Entry requirements & recommendations for travel to Uzbekistan

Hepatitis A and Typhoid recommended. No malaria risk in main tourist areas including Samarkand and Bukhara. Tick-borne encephalitis worth considering for rural outdoor travel.

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
  • ⚠Hepatitis A
  • ⚠Typhoid
  • ⚠Malaria (very limited — southern border areas)
  • ⚠Brucellosis (livestock contact)
Approximate cost per person
Required vaccines
—
None required for entry
Recommended vaccines
~€249
(~$271)
per person · full courses
Hepatitis A (2 doses)€140 ($152)
Typhoid (1 dose)€45 ($49)
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
KazakhstanTajikistanKyrgyzstanTurkmenistan
When to book

Book 2–4 weeks before travel. Hepatitis A and Typhoid have short lead times.

Common questions
Do I need vaccines for Uzbekistan?
No vaccines required for entry. Hepatitis A and Typhoid recommended. No malaria risk in main tourist areas including Samarkand and Bukhara.
Is there malaria in Uzbekistan?
No significant malaria risk for tourist areas in Uzbekistan.
Is tap water safe in Uzbekistan?
No. Do not drink tap water. Use bottled water throughout.
What healthcare is available in Uzbekistan?
Healthcare facilities in Tashkent are improving. Outside the capital, facilities are limited. 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.