Pitcairn 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 COVID-19 vaccines before traveling.

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis A vaccine is recommended for all travelers to Pitcairn Islands. Special dosing may be needed for infants, older adults, or those with health conditions.

Hepatitis B

Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for all unvaccinated travelers to Pitcairn Islands.

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 a special early dose.

Typhoid

Typhoid vaccine is recommended for most travelers to Pitcairn Islands, especially if staying with friends/family or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.

Rabies

Rabid dogs are uncommon in Pitcairn Islands, but rabies vaccines may only be available in larger medical facilities. Consider pre-exposure vaccination if you'll be doing high-risk activities or may have trouble getting quick medical care.

Yellow Fever

Yellow fever vaccine is not recommended for travel to Pitcairn Islands. However, if you're coming from a country with yellow fever risk, you'll need proof of vaccination if you're 1 year or older.