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India Travel Health Guide

High risk

India carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. Malaria is present throughout India below 2,000m elevation, including major cities. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B.

Overall risk

High risk

Malaria

Present

Best time to visit

Year-round

Recommended vaccines

Routine Vaccines

Make sure all routine vaccines are current before travel, including MMR, flu shot, and tetanus.

Recommended

COVID-19

Stay current with COVID-19 vaccinations before traveling.

Recommended

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis A vaccination is recommended for all travelers to India. Infants 6-11 months should also be vaccinated.

Recommended

Hepatitis B

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

Recommended

Measles

Measles cases are increasing globally. All travelers should be fully vaccinated with MMR vaccine, including early vaccination for infants 6-11 months.

Recommended

Typhoid

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

Recommended

Chikungunya

Chikungunya vaccine may be considered for long-term stays of 6 months or more due to elevated risk in India.

Situational

Cholera

Cholera is present in India but rare in travelers. Vaccination may be considered for certain high-risk situations.

Situational

Japanese Encephalitis

Japanese encephalitis vaccine is recommended for long-term stays (1+ month), frequent travelers, or those doing outdoor activities in rural areas.

Situational

Rabies

Rabies is present in dogs and wildlife in India. Consider pre-exposure vaccination if you'll have animal contact or limited access to medical care.

Situational

Yellow Fever

Yellow fever vaccine is not recommended for India but is required if arriving from countries with yellow fever risk.

Situational

Disease risks

Malaria

Malaria is present throughout India below 2,000m elevation, including major cities. Take antimalarial medication as prescribed by your doctor.

High risk

Altitude Sickness

Ladakh (Leh ~3,500m), Himalayan regions (e.g., Manali-Leh highway >5,000m); fly-in risk; rest 48 hours on arrival.

Moderate risk

Traveler's Diarrhea

All areas except high-altitude regions; high risk from street vendors and tap water.

Moderate risk

Malaria risk

Malaria is present in this destination. Prophylaxis medication is recommended.

Malaria is present throughout India below 2,000m elevation, including major cities. Take antimalarial medication as prescribed by your doctor.

Emergency numbers

Police

112

Medical / Ambulance

112

Fire

112

U.S. Embassy

+91-11-2419-8000

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Sources: 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.