Dominican Republic Travel Vaccines — What You Need in 2026
Moderate riskMalaria Risk
none
Yellow Fever Certificate
No
Recommended Vaccines
2
Recommended Vaccines
Hepatitis A
Allow 2 weeks before travel
Typhoid
Allow 2 weeks before travel
Routine Vaccines to Keep Up to Date
MMRDTPCOVID-19
Other Health Risks
- Dengue
- Zika
- Malaria (rural and border areas with Haiti)
Travel Health Summary
Punta Cana and other resort zones carry low risk, while rural areas near the Haitian border warrant more caution around water and food safety.
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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