China Travel Vaccines — What You Need in 2026
Moderate riskMalaria Risk
regional
Yellow Fever Certificate
No
Recommended Vaccines
4
Recommended Vaccines
Hepatitis A
Allow 2 weeks before travel
Typhoid
Allow 2 weeks before travel
Japanese Encephalitis
Allow 4 weeks before travel
Rabies
Allow 4 weeks before travel
Routine Vaccines to Keep Up to Date
MMRDTPCOVID-19Hepatitis B
Other Health Risks
- Air pollution (major cities)
- Traveller's diarrhea
Travel Health Summary
Risk varies greatly by region. Major cities are lower risk. Japanese Encephalitis and rabies recommended for rural travel. Malaria limited to Yunnan border areas.
This page is for general information only and is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified travel-health professional before booking vaccines or travelling.
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