Australia Travel Health Guide

Routine vaccines

Stay up-to-date on routine vaccines including chickenpox, tetanus, flu, MMR, polio, and shingles before traveling.

COVID-19

Make sure you're up-to-date with COVID-19 vaccines before traveling.

Hepatitis B

Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for unvaccinated travelers under 60, and may be considered for those 60 and older.

Measles

All travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with MMR vaccine, including early vaccination for infants 6-11 months old.

Japanese Encephalitis

Japanese encephalitis vaccine is recommended for certain travelers to Murray River and Outer Torres Strait Islands, especially those staying long-term or doing outdoor activities in rural areas.

Rabies

Rabies risk is low in Australia and vaccines are available if needed. Pre-exposure vaccination may be considered for high-risk activities or occupations.

Yellow Fever

Yellow fever vaccine is not needed for direct travel from the US, but is required if coming from countries with yellow fever risk or having long layovers in such countries.