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Travel vaccinations for Ethiopia

Heading to Ethiopia? Here's the travel health protection we recommend before you go — based on current UK guidance and tailored to your exact trip at your appointment.

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How we work out your plan

No two travellers are the same. Whether you need certain vaccines comes down to these factors — and we confirm it all at a quick risk assessment.

Where you're going
City and resort areas carry different risks to rural and remote regions.
How long you're staying
A short holiday is very different to a long stay or backpacking trip.
What you'll be doing
Trekking, animal contact, healthcare or aid work all change what you need.
Time of year
Some risks are seasonal — like Japanese Encephalitis or meningitis.
Your age & who's travelling
Children, older travellers and pregnancy can need a different plan.
Your health
Existing conditions or a weakened immune system are taken into account.
What you need

Recommended vaccinations for Ethiopia

Based on current UK guidance for Ethiopia. Your final plan is always tailored to you at your appointment.

Recommended for all travellers to Ethiopia

Whatever your trip, these are advised for everyone heading to Ethiopia.

Recommended for some — depending on your trip, age & health

Whether you need any of these comes down to the factors above — we'll advise exactly at your appointment.

Malaria

Malaria is a significant risk across much of Ethiopia. Antimalarial tablets are usually recommended — we'll advise the right ones for your route, alongside bite-avoidance measures.

Yellow Fever

Yellow Fever vaccination is recommended for Ethiopia as the disease is present in parts of the country. A certificate may also be required if you travel onward. We are a registered Yellow Fever centre.

FAQs

Ethiopia travel health FAQs

What vaccinations do I need for Ethiopia?
For most travellers we recommend Hepatitis A, Tetanus, Diphtheria & Polio, Typhoid. Depending on your plans, Hepatitis B, Rabies, Meningitis ACWY, Cholera may also be advised. We tailor this to your exact trip at your appointment.
Is there malaria in Ethiopia?
Malaria is a significant risk across much of Ethiopia. Antimalarial tablets are usually recommended — we'll advise the right ones for your route, alongside bite-avoidance measures.
Do I need a Yellow Fever certificate for Ethiopia?
Yellow Fever vaccination is recommended for Ethiopia as the disease is present in parts of the country. A certificate may also be required if you travel onward. We are a registered Yellow Fever centre.
How far in advance should I get my jabs for Ethiopia?
Ideally 4–6 weeks before you travel so any courses have time to work — but we offer same-day appointments if your trip is sooner.
Where can I get Ethiopia travel vaccines in Glasgow?
At our Happy Jabs city-centre clinic, with same-day and last-minute appointments. Book online or call us.

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