Vaccinations for India
Complete overview of recommended and required vaccinations, health risks and practical information for your trip.
About India
India is a land of contrasts with a rich history of over 5,000 years. From the Taj Mahal in Agra to the forts of Rajasthan and the backwaters of Kerala. The country offers spiritual experiences in Varanasi, the Himalayas in the north and tropical beaches in Goa. Indian cuisine varies greatly by region.
Health risks
Yellow Fever - Conditional (g1)
Yellow fever is NOT endemic, no risk. Only required when transiting from high-risk area (any transit duration). Not endemic. Only required when entering from high-risk area.
Malaria risk
Malaria risk varies strongly by region. No risk in major cities at altitude.
Need malaria tablets for this trip? Request a prescription online - a practitioner reviews your request.
Request prescriptionBase vaccinations
Basic vaccination against three serious infectious diseases.
Protects against liver inflammation via contaminated food or water.
Protects against liver inflammation via blood or sexual contact.
Especially important when visiting family or for extended stays.
Additional vaccinations
Strongly recommended for this destination.
Strongly recommended due to presence of rabies.
Recommended for extended stays in rural areas.
Vaccination available for risk areas with dengue.
When to start vaccinating?
Plan your vaccinations ideally 6-8 weeks before departure. Some vaccinations require multiple doses for full protection. For yellow fever, you must be vaccinated at least 10 days before arrival.
Last minute trip? We can often help within the same week. Contact us.
Practical travel information for India
Best time to travel
October to March is the most pleasant period across most of India. The monsoon falls roughly from June to September.
Malaria
Much of India has a limited malaria risk; in some states (including Odisha, Jharkhand and parts of the northeast) prophylaxis or stand-by treatment applies.
Our advice in short
- Hepatitis A, DTP and typhoid are the core vaccinations for almost any trip to India.
- Rabies is advised for longer stays, travel with children and cycling or scooter trips.
- For family visits the risk of hepatitis A, typhoid and tuberculosis is higher than on a hotel trip.
- Be careful with water, ice and raw food; travellers' diarrhoea is the most common complaint.
Frequently asked questions
Is yellow fever mandatory for India?
Only if you have been in a yellow fever country within six days before arrival. Travelling directly from the Netherlands means no yellow fever certificate is needed.
Travelling to India with a baby - is that possible?
Yes, but the advice is tailored. Some vaccinations can only be given from a certain age, and mosquito and food hygiene are extra important. Plan the consultation well before departure.
Want to know exactly what you need for India? Our practitioners provide personal advice - consultation from EUR 25.
Book an appointmentMake appointment
Let our specialists advise you. We create a personal vaccination program for your trip to India.
Overview India
- Region: Asia
- Base vaccinations: 4
- Additional: 4
- Malaria: Risk present
- Yellow fever: Conditional