Saudi Arabia Travel Health Guide

Meningococcal disease

If you're traveling for Hajj or Umrah pilgrimage, you must have proof of meningococcal ACWY vaccine given 3-5 years ago (depending on vaccine type) and at least 10 days before travel. This applies to travelers age 1 and older.

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 Saudi Arabia age 1 and older. Special dosing may apply for infants, older adults, and those with medical conditions.

Hepatitis B

Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for travelers under 60. Those 60 and older may choose to get vaccinated.

Measles

Measles cases are rising worldwide. All travelers should be 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, especially if staying with local families or visiting smaller cities and rural areas.

Rabies

Consider rabies vaccine before travel if you'll be around animals or in remote areas. Rabies vaccines are available in most of Saudi Arabia if you're exposed.

Yellow Fever

Yellow fever vaccine is not needed for travel to Saudi Arabia from the US, but is required if you're coming from a country with yellow fever risk, including airport layovers longer than 12 hours.