Angola Travel Health Guide

Routine Vaccines

Make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines including chickenpox, DTP, flu, MMR, polio, and shingles before traveling.

COVID-19

Stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines before traveling.

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis A vaccine is recommended for all unvaccinated travelers 1 year and older. Infants 6-11 months should also get vaccinated.

Hepatitis B

Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for all unvaccinated travelers of any age going to Angola.

Measles

Get fully vaccinated against measles with MMR vaccine at least two weeks before travel. Infants 6-11 months need an early dose.

Polio

Polio vaccination is important as poliovirus has been found in Angola. Adults may need a booster dose, and unvaccinated travelers need the complete series.

Typhoid

Typhoid vaccine is recommended for most travelers, especially if staying with friends/relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.

Yellow Fever

Yellow fever vaccination is required for entry into Angola for all travelers 9 months and older. It's also recommended for protection against the disease.

Cholera

Cholera vaccination may be considered for some travelers. Active cholera transmission is widespread in Angola, but cholera is rare in travelers. Avoid unsafe food and water.

Rabies

Consider rabies pre-exposure vaccination if you'll be around animals or in areas where medical care might be limited. Rabid dogs are common in Angola.