Recommended vaccinations for Congo
Consensus list of travel vaccinations for Congo, reconciled across the US CDC and UK NaTHNaC TravelHealthPro. Required > Recommended > Routine.
| Vaccine | Category | Sources | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yellow Fever | Required | NHS | Required for travellers over 9 months of age due to risk of transmission throughout Congo; certificate required under International Health Regulations |
| Chikungunya | Recommended | NHS | Recommended for some travellers aged 12 and over traveling to outbreak regions, long-term or frequent travellers, or occupational exposure |
| Cholera | Recommended | NHS | Recommended for travellers at increased risk such as humanitarian aid workers or those going to outbreak areas with limited access to safe water and medical care |
| Dengue | Recommended | NHS | Considered for individuals aged 4 and older with past dengue infection traveling to risk areas or occupational exposure; expert advice needed for those without prior infection |
| Hepatitis A | Recommended | NHS | Recommended for all previously unvaccinated travellers due to transmission through contaminated food and water |
| Hepatitis B | Recommended | NHS | Considered for all travellers; recommended for those at increased risk due to sexual contact, blood exposure, or occupational risk |
| Tetanus | Recommended | NHS | Recommended as per UK routine schedule; booster recommended if last dose over 10 years ago, especially where medical facilities may be limited |
| Typhoid | Recommended | NHS | Recommended for most travellers, particularly visiting friends and relatives, young children, frequent or long-stay travellers, and laboratory personnel |
Last updated 12 May 2026.
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