Ivory Coast Travel Health Guide

Routine Vaccines

Make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines including chickenpox, diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis, flu, measles-mumps-rubella, polio, and shingles.

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines.

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis A vaccination is recommended for all unvaccinated travelers one year and older. Infants 6-11 months should also be vaccinated.

Hepatitis B

Hepatitis B vaccination is recommended for all unvaccinated travelers of all ages.

Measles

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

Polio

Poliovirus has been identified in Côte d'Ivoire in the past year. Adults may need a booster dose, and unvaccinated travelers should complete the series before travel.

Typhoid

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

Yellow Fever

Yellow fever vaccination is both required for entry and recommended for all travelers 9 months and older.

Chikungunya

Chikungunya vaccination is generally not recommended. Focus on preventing mosquito bites to reduce risk.

Cholera

Cholera vaccination may be considered if traveling to areas with active transmission (Abidjan, Bas-Sassandra, Lagunes). Focus on safe food and water practices.

Meningococcal Disease

Meningococcal vaccination is recommended for travelers 2 months and older going to areas that are part of the meningitis belt during dry season (December to June).

Rabies

Rabid dogs are commonly found in Côte d'Ivoire. Consider pre-exposure vaccination if you'll have increased animal exposure or limited access to post-exposure treatment.