Ethiopia Travel Health Guide

Routine Vaccines

Make sure all your routine vaccinations are current, including chickenpox, tetanus, flu, MMR, polio, and shingles vaccines.

COVID-19

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

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis A vaccination is recommended for all travelers to Ethiopia age 1 year and older, including infants 6-11 months.

Hepatitis B

Hepatitis B vaccination is recommended for all unvaccinated travelers to Ethiopia regardless of age.

Measles

All travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the MMR vaccine, including infants 6-11 months who need an early dose.

Polio

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

Typhoid

Typhoid vaccination is recommended for most travelers to Ethiopia, especially if visiting rural areas or staying with friends and relatives.

Chikungunya

Chikungunya vaccine is generally not recommended. Focus on preventing mosquito bites instead.

Cholera

Cholera is widespread in Ethiopia. Vaccination may be considered for some travelers. Focus on safe food and water practices and hand hygiene.

Meningococcal Disease

Meningococcal vaccination is recommended if traveling to meningitis belt areas of Ethiopia during the dry season (December to June).

Monkeypox

Monkeypox vaccination is recommended if you plan certain high-risk sexual activities. Get your first vaccine at least 6 weeks before travel.

Rabies

Consider rabies vaccination before travel as rabid dogs are common in Ethiopia and rabies vaccines may not be readily available if you're exposed.

Yellow Fever

Yellow fever vaccination is recommended for most areas of Ethiopia except Afar and Somali regions. Required if coming from countries with yellow fever risk.