Vaccinations for Saudi Arabia
Travel Vaccinations
| Vaccine | Recommended | May Be Required | When To Vaccinate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hepatitis A | 2 weeks before | ||
| Diphtheria | 2 weeks before | ||
| Hepatitis B | 3 weeks before | ||
| Influenza | 2 weeks before | ||
| Meningitis | 2 weeks before | ||
| Rabies | 1 month before | ||
| Tetanus | 2 weeks before | ||
| Typhoid | 2 weeks before |
Yellow Fever Certificate Requirements
Malaria Information
Malaria is a serious and sometimes fatal disease transmitted by mosquitoes. You cannot be vaccinated against malaria.
Malaria precautions
- Malaria risk is present throughout the year (but mainly from September to January) in the south western region except high altitude areas of Asir Province and the cities of Mecca, Medina, Jeddah and Taif.
- Hajj pilgrims, many travel between Mecca and Medina. The risk of malaria is low in both cities and antimalarial prophylaxis is not advised while in either city. However, the journey between them passes through an area of high risk for malaria. The journey takes 6 hours by road. If it is undertaken during the daytime, in an air conditioned vehicle from which mosquitoes can be excluded, the risk of malaria is very low and it is reasonable to practice bite avoidance only.
- Malaria precautions are essential. Avoid mosquito bites by covering up with clothing such as long sleeves and long trousers especially after sunset, using insect repellents on exposed skin and, when necessary, sleeping under a mosquito net.
- Check with your doctor or nurse about suitable antimalarial tablets.
- See malaria map – additional information can be found by clicking on the Regional Information icon below the map.
- High risk areas: atovaquone/proguanil OR doxycycline OR mefloquine is advised throughout the year for those visiting risk areas.
- Low to no risk areas: antimalarials are not usually advised.
- If you have been travelling in a malarious area and develop a fever seek medical attention promptly. Remember malaria can develop even up to one year after exposure.
- If travelling to high risk malarious areas, remote from medical facilities, carrying emergency malaria standby medication may be considered.
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