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Travel vaccinations for Vietnam

Heading to Vietnam? 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 Vietnam

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

Recommended for all travellers to Vietnam

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

Hepatitis AAdvised for almost all travellers Tetanus, Diphtheria & PolioIf your 10-year booster is due TyphoidAdvised for almost all travellers

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.

Hepatitis BLonger stays, healthcare/aid work, or higher-risk activities RabiesRemote areas, animal contact, or far from medical care Japanese EncephalitisLonger or rural stays, especially in the rice-growing season

Malaria

Malaria risk in Vietnam varies by region and season. Tablets are recommended for some itineraries but not others — we'll assess your exact route and advise.

Yellow Fever

A Yellow Fever certificate is not required for most travellers to Vietnam — it is only needed if you are arriving from a country with a risk of Yellow Fever transmission.

FAQs

Vietnam travel health FAQs

What vaccinations do I need for Vietnam?

For most travellers we recommend Hepatitis A, Tetanus, Diphtheria & Polio, Typhoid. Depending on your plans, Hepatitis B, Rabies, Japanese Encephalitis may also be advised. We tailor this to your exact trip at your appointment.

Is there malaria in Vietnam?

Malaria risk in Vietnam varies by region and season. Tablets are recommended for some itineraries but not others — we'll assess your exact route and advise.

Do I need a Yellow Fever certificate for Vietnam?

A Yellow Fever certificate is not required for most travellers to Vietnam — it is only needed if you are arriving from a country with a risk of Yellow Fever transmission.

How far in advance should I get my jabs for Vietnam?

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 Vietnam 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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