Travel Vaccines
Hepatitis A Vaccine
£59/Total
Description
Vietnam stretches over 1,600km from the mountains of Sapa in the north to the Mekong Delta in the south, with Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Hoi An, and Ha Long Bay among the most popular destinations for UK travellers. No vaccinations are legally required for direct entry from the UK, but several are strongly recommended. Dengue fever is a greater risk than malaria in most tourist areas.
Recommended Vaccines
These vaccines are strongly recommended for travel to Vietnam. Our pharmacist will advise which are most relevant to your specific itinerary.
Travel Vaccines
Typhoid Vaccine
£39/Total
Travel Vaccines
Hepatitis B Vaccine
£165/Total
Travel Vaccines
Rabies Vaccine
£297/Total
Travel Vaccines
Japanese Encephalitis Vaccine
£238/Total
Travel Vaccines
Moderate Risk Level
Malaria in Vietnam
Malaria risk in Vietnam is mainly confined to rural and highland areas, particularly in the central highlands (Dak Lak, Gia Lai, Kon Tum) and border regions with Cambodia and Laos. Major cities (Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang) and most coastal tourist areas are considered low-risk. Anti-malarial tablets are usually only recommended for rural and highland travel — our pharmacist will assess your itinerary.
Travel Health Tips for Vietnam
Practical tips to help you stay safe, healthy, and prepared throughout your trip.
Travel tip 1
- Dengue is a bigger risk than malaria in most of Vietnam. Use DEET repellent during the day (Aedes mosquitoes bite during daylight hours).
Travel tip 2
- Drink only bottled water. Iced drinks in established restaurants are generally safe, but avoid ice from street vendors.
Travel tip 3
- Vietnamese street food is excellent but choose stalls with high turnover where food is cooked fresh.
Travel tip 4
- If visiting rural highlands, take malaria prophylaxis as recommended.
Travel tip 5
- Rabies is common — avoid contact with dogs, cats, and monkeys. Seek immediate medical attention if bitten.
Travel tip 6
- Traffic in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City is intense — take extra care crossing roads.
When to Get Vaccinated
Ideally 6–8 weeks before departure for multi-dose vaccines (Rabies, Japanese Encephalitis). Hepatitis A, Typhoid, and DTP can be given in a single same-day visit for last-minute travellers.
Best Time to Visit
The best time varies by region. North Vietnam: October to April (dry, cooler). Central Vietnam: February to May. South Vietnam: December to April (dry season). The typhoon season affects the central coast from September to November.
UK Government Health Advice
Official recommendations from UK health authorities for travel to Vietnam. Always consult a healthcare professional for advice tailored to your specific itinerary.
NHS Fitfortravel — Vietnam
“Recommended vaccines for Vietnam may include Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Typhoid, Japanese Encephalitis, and Rabies depending on your itinerary and activities.”
Accessed April 2026
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