Senegal Travel Vaccines — What You Need in 2026
High riskMalaria Risk
widespread
Yellow Fever Certificate
Yes — required
Recommended Vaccines
5
Recommended Vaccines
Yellow Fever
Allow 4 weeks before travel
Hepatitis A
Allow 2 weeks before travel
Typhoid
Allow 2 weeks before travel
Meningococcal
Allow 2 weeks before travel
Rabies
Allow 4 weeks before travel
Routine Vaccines to Keep Up to Date
Other Health Risks
- Malaria
- Dengue
Travel Health Summary
Dakar and coastal resorts carry lower malaria risk than inland and southern Casamance regions; yellow fever vaccination is often required depending on entry history.
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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