Vaccinations for Jamaica
Complete overview of recommended and required vaccinations, health risks and practical information for your trip.
About Jamaica
Jamaica is the island of reggae, Bob Marley and 'No Problem'. From the beaches of Negril and Montego Bay to the Blue Mountains and Dunn's River Falls. Jamaican culture is rich and the cuisine, with jerk chicken, flavorful. The 'irie' attitude to life is contagious.
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.
Base 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
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.
Make appointment
Let our specialists advise you. We create a personal vaccination program for your trip to Jamaica.
Overview Jamaica
- Region: Caribisch gebied
- Base vaccinations: 3
- Additional: 1
- Yellow fever: Conditional