Sierra Leone Travel Health Guide

Routine vaccines

Make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines including chickenpox, DTP, flu, MMR, polio, and shingles before traveling.

COVID-19

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

Hepatitis A

Get hepatitis A vaccine if you haven't been vaccinated before. Infants 6-11 months also need vaccination.

Hepatitis B

Get hepatitis B vaccine if you haven't been vaccinated before, regardless of age.

Malaria

Take prescription malaria prevention medicine. Start taking it before your trip and continue during and after your trip as directed by your doctor.

Measles

Get fully vaccinated with MMR vaccine at least two weeks before travel. Infants 6-11 months need an early dose.

Polio

Get polio vaccination before travel. Adults may need a one-time booster if previously vaccinated as children. Unvaccinated travelers need the complete series.

Typhoid

Get typhoid vaccine, especially if staying with friends/relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.

Yellow Fever

Yellow fever vaccine is required for entry into Sierra Leone and recommended for all travelers 9 months and older.

Monkeypox

Consider monkeypox vaccine if you plan certain high-risk sexual activities. Get first dose at least 6 weeks before travel if possible.

Rabies

Consider rabies vaccine before travel if you'll be around animals or in remote areas. Rabies treatment may only be available in larger medical facilities.