Myanmar Travel Health Guide

Routine Vaccines

Make sure all your routine vaccines are up to date, including chickenpox, tetanus, flu, MMR, polio, and shingles vaccines.

COVID-19

Stay up to date with your COVID-19 vaccines before traveling.

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis A vaccine is recommended for all travelers to Myanmar. Infants 6-11 months should also get vaccinated.

Hepatitis B

Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for all unvaccinated travelers to Myanmar.

Japanese Encephalitis

Japanese encephalitis vaccine is recommended if you're staying long-term, doing outdoor activities in rural areas, or staying in accommodations without proper screening.

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 should get an early dose.

Typhoid

Typhoid vaccine is recommended for most travelers to Myanmar, especially if staying with locals or visiting smaller cities and rural areas.

Chikungunya

Chikungunya vaccine is generally not recommended. Focus on preventing mosquito bites instead.

Cholera

Cholera is actively spreading in Myanmar. Vaccination may be considered for some travelers. Focus on safe food and water practices.

Rabies

Rabid dogs are commonly found in Myanmar. Consider pre-exposure vaccination if you'll be around animals or in remote areas where treatment might not be readily available.

Yellow Fever

Yellow fever vaccine is not needed for disease protection in Myanmar, but is required for entry if you're coming from a country with yellow fever risk, including airport layovers over 12 hours.