Iraq Travel Vaccines — What You Need in 2026
High riskMalaria Risk
none
Yellow Fever Certificate
No
Recommended Vaccines
3
Recommended Vaccines
Hepatitis A
Allow 2 weeks before travel
Typhoid
Allow 2 weeks before travel
Rabies
Allow 4 weeks before travel
Routine Vaccines to Keep Up to Date
MMRDTPCOVID-19
Other Health Risks
- Security risks — most governments advise against travel to many regions
- Leishmaniasis
- Traveller's diarrhea
Travel Health Summary
Most governments advise against non-essential travel. Security situation varies significantly by region. Kurdish north (Erbil, Sulaymaniyah) is considerably safer. Health infrastructure limited outside major cities.
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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