Bulgaria Travel Health Guide

Routine vaccines

Stay up-to-date on routine vaccines including chickenpox, tetanus, 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 over 1 year old. Infants 6-11 months should also get vaccinated.

Hepatitis B

Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for unvaccinated travelers under 60. Those 60 and older may consider vaccination.

Measles

All travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with MMR vaccine at least 2 weeks before travel. Infants 6-11 months need an early dose.

Rabies

Rabies risk is low in Bulgaria and vaccines are available if needed. Consider pre-exposure vaccination only if you'll have high-risk animal exposure or limited access to medical care.

Tick-borne Encephalitis

TBE vaccine is recommended if you'll have extensive tick exposure in endemic areas of Bulgaria, or may be considered for any outdoor activities where ticks are present.

Yellow Fever

Yellow fever vaccine is not recommended and not required for entry to Bulgaria.