Rwanda Travel Vaccines — What You Need in 2026
High riskMalaria Risk
widespread
Yellow Fever Certificate
No
Recommended Vaccines
4
Recommended Vaccines
Yellow Fever
Allow 4 weeks before travel
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-19Hepatitis B
Other Health Risks
- Malaria
Travel Health Summary
Popular gorilla trekking destination. Malaria present, though risk lower in Kigali at higher altitude. Yellow fever recommended. Antimalarials advised for most visitors.
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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