Papua New Guinea Travel Vaccines — What You Need in 2026
High riskMalaria Risk
widespread
Yellow Fever Certificate
No
Recommended Vaccines
4
Recommended Vaccines
Hepatitis A
Allow 2 weeks before travel
Typhoid
Allow 2 weeks before travel
Rabies
Allow 4 weeks before travel
Japanese Encephalitis
Allow 4 weeks before travel
Routine Vaccines to Keep Up to Date
MMRDTPCOVID-19Hepatitis B
Other Health Risks
- Malaria
- Dengue
- Traveller's diarrhea
Travel Health Summary
One of the Pacific's highest-risk destinations. Malaria present throughout including Port Moresby. Antimalarials essential. Pre-travel consultation strongly recommended.
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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