Travel vaccinations for Thailand
Expert advice and vaccinations for your Thailand adventure. Get protected before you travel with Wilmslow’s trusted travel health specialists.
Protect yourself in Thailand
These vaccinations are recommended for most travellers to Thailand
Hepatitis A is spread through contaminated food and water. This vaccine is recommended for all travellers to Thailand.
Typhoid fever is contracted through contaminated food and water. Highly recommended for travellers to Thailand, especially outside major cities.
Recommended for long-term travellers, those who may need medical treatment, or anyone engaging in activities with blood contact risk.
Recommended if you are spending time in rural areas, especially during monsoon season, or staying for more than a month.
Consider if you will be in rural areas, working with animals, or travelling for extended periods where medical care may be limited.
Ensure your routine UK vaccinations are up to date. A booster may be needed if it has been more than 10 years since your last dose.
Malaria & dengue risks in Thailand
While malaria risk is low in most tourist areas, Dengue fever is common nationwide. Our pharmacists will check your specific itinerary and advise on prevention.
Bangkok, Phuket, Chiang Mai, and Koh Samui are generally low risk for malaria.
Malaria risk exists near borders with Myanmar, Cambodia, and Laos. Antimalarials may be needed.
Stay healthy in Thailand
Essential tips for a safe tropical adventure
Stick to bottled water and avoid ice. Eat at busy spots where food is cooked fresh.
Dengue is common. Use 50% DEET repellent and cover up at dawn and dusk.
The tropical sun is strong. Use high SPF, wear a hat, and stay hydrated.
Thailand travel health FAQs
Common questions we answer at our Wilmslow travel clinic
How far in advance do I need vaccinations for Thailand?
Ideally book 6 to 8 weeks before departure, as some courses such as Japanese encephalitis and rabies involve more than one dose spread over several weeks. It is never too late to benefit though, vaccines such as hepatitis A and typhoid can still be given shortly before travel, so do come and see us even if your trip is close.
Do I need malaria tablets for Thailand?
Most popular destinations, including Bangkok, Phuket, Chiang Mai and Koh Samui, are considered low risk, so antimalarial tablets are not usually advised. They may be recommended if you are visiting rural areas near the borders with Myanmar, Cambodia or Laos. We will check your exact itinerary at your consultation, and careful bite avoidance matters wherever you go.
Is dengue fever a risk in Thailand?
Yes. Dengue occurs throughout Thailand, including cities and beach resorts, and is spread by mosquitoes that bite during the day. A dengue vaccine is only suitable for certain travellers, so prevention relies mainly on strict bite avoidance: use a repellent containing 50% DEET, cover up with loose clothing and consider insecticide-treated fabrics.
Should I have the rabies vaccine before visiting Thailand?
Rabies is present in animals in Thailand, including dogs, cats and monkeys. A pre-travel course of vaccine is worth considering for longer trips, rural travel, cycling or activities involving animals. Whether or not you are vaccinated, wash any bite or scratch immediately with soap and water and seek urgent medical advice.
Ready for your Thailand adventure?
Book your Thailand travel health consultation at our Wilmslow clinic. Get expert advice and all recommended vaccinations in one visit.