Low riskAmericas · CaribbeanVirgin Islands (U.S.) Travel Health Guide
Low risk
Virgin Islands (U.S.) 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 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 over 1 year old. Infants 6-11 months should also get vaccinated.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for all unvaccinated travelers of any age.
Measles
Get the 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 friends/family or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.
Rabies
Rabies vaccine may be needed if you'll be around animals or in remote areas. Rabid dogs are uncommon in U.S. Virgin Islands and treatment is usually available.
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever vaccine is not needed for U.S. Virgin Islands travel.
Disease risks
Emergency numbers
Police
911
Medical / Ambulance
911
Fire
911
U.S. Embassy
+1-340-774-4550
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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.