Bahamas Travel Health Guide

Routine Vaccines

Make sure all your routine vaccines are up to date, including chickenpox, tetanus, flu, MMR, polio, and shingles vaccines.

COVID-19

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

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis A vaccine is recommended for all travelers to the Bahamas. Special dosing may be needed for infants, older adults, or those with health conditions.

Hepatitis B

Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for all unvaccinated travelers to the Bahamas.

Measles

Measles cases are rising worldwide. Make sure you're fully vaccinated with MMR vaccine at least 2 weeks before travel. Infants 6-11 months need a special early dose.

Typhoid

Typhoid vaccine is recommended for most travelers to the Bahamas, especially if you're staying with friends/family or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.

Rabies

Rabid dogs are uncommon in the Bahamas and rabies vaccines are available if needed. Pre-travel vaccination depends on your planned activities and access to medical care.

Yellow Fever

Yellow fever vaccine is not needed for disease protection but is required if you're coming from a country with yellow fever risk, including airport layovers over 12 hours.