Recommended vaccinations for Madagascar
Consensus list of travel vaccinations for Madagascar, reconciled across the US CDC and UK NaTHNaC TravelHealthPro. Required > Recommended > Routine.
| Vaccine | Category | Sources | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yellow Fever | Required | NHS | Certificate required for travellers arriving from or transiting through countries with risk of yellow fever transmission |
| Chikungunya | Recommended | NHS | Recommended for some travellers aged 12 and over travelling to outbreak regions, long-term or frequent travellers, and those exposed through work |
| Dengue | Recommended | NHS | Can be considered for individuals aged 4 and over with past dengue infection travelling to risk areas or exposed through work; exceptionally considered for others with expert advice |
| Hepatitis A | Recommended | CDC , NHS | Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Madagascar; infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated; special considerations for travelers over 40, immunocompromised, or with chronic conditions. · Recommended for all previously unvaccinated travellers |
| Hepatitis B | Recommended | CDC , NHS | Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Madagascar; unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling. · Recommended for travellers at increased risk including those with unprotected sex, exposure to blood/body fluids, long-stay travellers, contact sports participants, and families adopting children |
| Rabies | Recommended | CDC , NHS | Consider pre-exposure vaccination for travelers with occupational or recreational risk of exposure to potentially rabid animals or who might have difficulty accessing post-exposure prophylaxis. · Recommended for travellers at increased risk due to activities or length of stay; pre-exposure vaccination simplifies post-exposure treatment |
| Tetanus | Recommended | NHS | Booster recommended if last dose was more than ten 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 visiting friends and relatives, young children, frequent or long-stay travellers, and laboratory personnel |
| COVID-19 | Routine | CDC | All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. |
| Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR) | Routine | CDC | All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with MMR vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months. |
Last updated 12 May 2026.
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