Low riskAntarctica · AntarcticaFrench Southern Territories Travel Health Guide
Low risk
French Southern Territories carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B.
Compiled by Voyax Health from CDC Travelers' Health. Not yet individually reviewed by a clinician · Updated
Overall risk
Low risk
Malaria
None
Best time to visit
Year-round
Recommended vaccines
Routine Vaccines
Make sure all routine vaccines are up to date before traveling
COVID-19
Stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines before traveling
Hepatitis A
Consider hepatitis A vaccine if visiting smaller cities, rural areas, or eating street food
Hepatitis B
Recommended for unvaccinated travelers under 60; optional for those 60 and older
Measles
Get MMR vaccine at least 2 weeks before travel due to rising measles cases worldwide
Rabies
Rabid dogs are uncommon in France. Rabies vaccines are available if needed. Consult healthcare provider about pre-exposure vaccination.
Tick-borne Encephalitis
Avoid tick bites and learn about tick-borne encephalitis risk in your specific destination
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever vaccine is not needed for travel to France
Disease risks
French Southern Territories travel health FAQ
Do I need vaccines to travel to French Southern Territories?▼
For travel to French Southern Territories, Routine Vaccines, COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B and Measles are recommended; Rabies and Tick-borne Encephalitis may be advised depending on your itinerary; Yellow Fever is not needed. Make sure your routine vaccinations (such as MMR, Tdap, polio and seasonal flu) are up to date, and see a travel-health provider about 4–6 weeks before you leave.
Is there malaria in French Southern Territories?▼
No — French Southern Territories is not considered a malaria-risk destination, so antimalarial medication is not routinely needed. Basic insect-bite precautions are still sensible.
Is it safe to travel to French Southern Territories?▼
From a travel-health standpoint, French Southern Territories is currently rated low risk. French Southern Territories carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B.
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Build my Trip KitSources: CDC Travelers' Health · WHO International Travel and Health. Last updated 2026-07-31. Health conditions and entry rules change — verify with the CDC, WHO and your destination’s authorities before travel. This page is informational and not a substitute for advice from a travel-medicine provider.