Morocco Travel Health Guide
Low risk
Morocco 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 are current on all routine vaccines including chickenpox, diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis, flu, measles-mumps-rubella, polio, and shingles before traveling.
COVID-19
Stay up to date with your COVID-19 vaccines before traveling.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A vaccine is recommended for most travelers to Morocco. Infants 6-11 months should also get vaccinated. Special arrangements may be needed for those with allergies or certain medical conditions.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for unvaccinated travelers under 60. Those 60 and older may also choose to get vaccinated.
Measles
All travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the MMR vaccine. Infants 6-11 months should get an early dose before travel.
Typhoid
Typhoid vaccine is recommended for most travelers to Morocco, especially if you're staying with friends or relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.
Rabies
Rabies-infected dogs are common in Morocco. Consider pre-exposure rabies vaccination if you'll be doing activities with animal exposure risk or might have trouble getting quick medical care. Rabies vaccines are generally available throughout Morocco if needed after exposure.
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever vaccine is not recommended for Morocco and is not required for entry.
Disease risks
Altitude Sickness
Jebel Toubkal (4,167m); summer hiking risk; avoid rapid ascents.
Emergency numbers
Police
19
Medical / Ambulance
15
Fire
15
Tourist Police
19
U.S. Embassy
+212-537-762-265
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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.