Travel Vaccinations for Vietnam
Expert advice and vaccinations for your Vietnam adventure. Get protected before you travel with Wilmslow’s trusted travel health specialists.
Protect yourself in Vietnam
These vaccinations are recommended for most travellers to Vietnam
Spread through contaminated food and water. Recommended for all travellers.
Recommended for most travellers, especially if visiting rural areas.
Ensure your routine UK schedule is up to date. A booster may be needed.
Consider for longer stays or if you might need medical treatment.
High risk in Vietnam. Recommended for those working with animals or in remote areas.
Recommended for longer stays in rural areas, especially near rice paddies.
Malaria & Dengue in Vietnam
Malaria risk is low in major cities and coastal resorts but present in rural areas. Dengue fever is a risk nationwide.
Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, Hoi An, Nha Trang, and Phu Quoc.
Rural highland areas. Antimalarials may be recommended.
Stay healthy in Vietnam
Essential tips for a safe trip
Eat at busy stalls where food is cooked fresh and hot. Avoid raw veg.
Use 50% DEET repellent. Dengue is common, so bite avoidance is key.
Strong sun and humidity. Stay hydrated and use high SPF.
Vietnam travel health FAQs
Common questions we answer at our Wilmslow travel clinic
How far in advance do I need vaccinations for Vietnam?
Aim to book 6 to 8 weeks before departure. Some vaccines, such as Japanese encephalitis and rabies, are given as a course of more than one dose over several weeks. If time is short, it is still worth coming in, hepatitis A and typhoid can be given closer to travel and still offer good protection.
Do I need malaria tablets for Vietnam?
For many travellers, no. The major cities and popular spots such as Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Ha Long Bay, Nha Trang and the Red River and Mekong deltas are considered low risk, so antimalarial tablets are not usually advised. Risk is higher in rural and forested areas, particularly in the central highlands and near borders. We will check your itinerary and advise accordingly.
Should I consider the Japanese encephalitis vaccine for Vietnam?
It is worth considering if you are spending longer periods in rural or rice-growing areas, especially during and just after the wet season, or staying for a month or more. The vaccine is given as a two-dose course, so please allow enough time before travel. We will help you weigh up the risk based on your plans.
Is dengue fever a risk in Vietnam?
Yes. Dengue occurs throughout Vietnam, including towns and cities, and is spread by mosquitoes that mainly bite during the day. There is no widely used vaccine for most travellers, so prevention relies on bite avoidance: use a repellent containing up to 50% DEET, cover up with loose clothing and use screens or nets where needed.
Ready for Vietnam?
Book your travel health consultation at our Wilmslow clinic. Get expert advice and all recommended vaccinations in one visit.