Recommended vaccinations for Central African Republic
Consensus list of travel vaccinations for Central African Republic, reconciled across the US CDC and UK NaTHNaC TravelHealthPro. Required > Recommended > Routine.
| Vaccine | Category | Sources | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yellow Fever | Required | CDC , NHS | Vaccine is required for all arriving travelers ≥9 months old · Required for all travellers over 9 months of age due to risk of transmission throughout the country; certificate required under International Health Regulations. |
| Chikungunya | Recommended | NHS | Vaccination not usually recommended; can be considered exceptionally for individuals aged 12 years and older after detailed risk assessment and expert advice. |
| Cholera | Recommended | NHS | Recommended for travellers at increased risk such as humanitarian aid workers, those going to outbreak areas with limited access to safe water and medical care, and others for whom vaccination is potentially beneficial. |
| Dengue | Recommended | NHS | Vaccination can be considered for individuals aged 4 years and older with past dengue infection who are travelling to risk areas or exposed through work; exceptional use in others with expert advice. |
| Hepatitis A | Recommended | CDC , NHS | Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older; infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated; special considerations for travelers over 40, immunocompromised, or with chronic conditions departing in less than 2 weeks · Recommended for all previously unvaccinated travellers due to transmission through contaminated food and water. |
| Hepatitis B | Recommended | CDC , NHS | Recommended for unvaccinated travelers of all ages · Vaccination could be considered for all travellers; recommended for those with increased risk due to activities or medical history. |
| Meningococcal disease | Recommended | CDC | Recommended for travelers 2 months old or older traveling to areas of the Central African Republic that are part of the meningitis belt during the dry season (roughly December to June) |
| Polio | Recommended | CDC | Adults with complete childhood series may receive a single lifetime booster; unvaccinated or incompletely vaccinated travelers should complete series before travel; accelerated schedule for children not fully vaccinated |
| Rabies | Recommended | CDC | Recommended for travelers with occupational or recreational risk of exposure to potentially rabid animals or who might have difficulty accessing post-exposure prophylaxis |
| Tetanus | Recommended | NHS | Recommended as per UK routine schedule; booster recommended if last dose was more than 10 years ago, especially where medical facilities may be limited. |
| Typhoid | Recommended | CDC , NHS | Recommended for most travelers, especially those staying with friends or relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas · Recommended for most travellers, particularly those visiting friends and relatives, young children, frequent or long-stay travellers, and laboratory personnel. |
| Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR) | Routine | CDC | All international travelers should be fully vaccinated; includes early dose for infants 6–11 months |
Last updated 12 May 2026.
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