Eswatini 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

Get vaccinated against Hepatitis A before traveling to Eswatini. Special timing and dosing may apply for infants, older adults, and those with health conditions.

Hepatitis B

Get vaccinated against Hepatitis B if you haven't been vaccinated before traveling to Eswatini.

Measles

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

Typhoid

Typhoid vaccination is recommended for most travelers to Eswatini, especially if you're staying with local families or visiting smaller towns and rural areas.

Rabies

Rabies is present in dogs and wildlife in Eswatini. Consider pre-travel vaccination if you'll be around animals or in remote areas. Rabies vaccines are available throughout the country if needed after exposure.

Yellow Fever

Yellow fever vaccine is not needed if traveling directly from the US, but is required if you're coming from a country with yellow fever risk or have long layovers in such countries.