Macao Travel Health Guide
Low risk
Macao carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B.
Overall risk
Low risk
Malaria
None
Best time to visit
Year-round
Recommended vaccines
Routine Vaccines
Make sure you're up-to-date on all routine vaccines including chickenpox, tetanus, flu, MMR, polio, and shingles.
COVID-19
Stay up-to-date with COVID-19 vaccines before traveling.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A vaccine is recommended for all travelers to Macao. Special dosing may be needed for infants, those with allergies, or high-risk travelers departing soon.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for all unvaccinated travelers to Macao.
Measles
Measles cases are rising worldwide. Make sure you're fully vaccinated with MMR vaccine at least 2 weeks before travel. Infants 6-11 months need an early dose.
Typhoid
Typhoid vaccine is recommended for most travelers to Macao, especially if you're staying with friends/relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.
Rabies
Rabid dogs are uncommon in Macao and rabies vaccines are available if needed. Pre-exposure vaccination may be considered for high-risk activities or if you might have trouble accessing treatment quickly.
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever vaccine is not needed for travel to Macao - there's no risk and it's not required for entry.
Disease risks
Emergency numbers
Police
999
Medical / Ambulance
999
Fire
999
U.S. Embassy
+852-2523-9011
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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.