What vaccinations do I need for Somalia?

For travel to Somalia, 18 vaccinations are recommended based on risk assessment, including Typhoid, Chikungunya Vaccine, Influenza Vaccine, Pneumococcal Vaccine, BCG Vaccine. Consult with a travel medicine specialist.

Is Somalia safe to visit?

Somalia has a moderate health safety rating. Always check current travel advisories.

Which vaccinations are mandatory vs recommended for Somalia?

No mandatory vaccinations are required for Somalia, but 18 vaccines are recommended, including Typhoid, Chikungunya Vaccine, Influenza Vaccine.

Do I need a yellow fever vaccine for Somalia?

Yes, Somalia recommends yellow fever vaccination. Make sure to get vaccinated at least 10 days before travel.

Is there a malaria risk in Somalia?

Somalia is considered malaria-free.

What health precautions should I take before traveling to Somalia?

Before traveling to Somalia, ensure 18 recommended vaccinations are up to date. The country has a moderate health safety rating. Consult a travel medicine specialist at least 4-6 weeks before departure.

Somalia

Updated: May 20, 2024

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Overall safety level

Medium · 44/100

Travel safety58 / 100
Medical infrastructure2 / 100
Disease risk71 / 100
Vaccination coverage37 / 100

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Next step — Somalia

The country brief gathers the required vaccines, the health risks and the entry rules on a single page. General information about the country, not personal medical advice.

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Currency

SOS

Language

Time zone

GMT +3

Mogadishu

Emergency number

888

Police

Health & safety

Top health risks

MalariaHigh risk
TuberculosisHigh risk
MeaslesMedium risk
Hepatitis BMedium risk

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Vaccines

MalariaRecommended
Yellow Fever VaccineRecommended
TyphoidRecommended
Chikungunya VaccineRecommended

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Basic rules

Strict malaria precautions
Avoid crowded indoor spaces
Verify measles immunity
Bottled water recommended

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Climate

Type: Tropical, monsoon
Best months: November – February
Watch out for: Rainy season July–October, occasional flooding

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Current alerts

Level 1 - Diphtheria in Sub-Saharan Africa
There are outbreaks of diphtheria in several countries in Africa. Vaccination against diphtheria is essential to protect against the disease. Country List : Chad, Guinea, Niger, Nigeria, Mali, Ma...
Aug 25, 2026

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Popular cities

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Mogadishu

2,587,183 population

Hargeysa

477,876 population

Berbera

263,000 population

Kismayo

234,852 population

Where to get treated

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Entry rules

VaccinationsMay be required depending on your itinerary

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FAQ — frequently asked questions

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Health & safety

Top health risks

MalariaHigh risk
TuberculosisHigh risk
MeaslesMedium risk
Hepatitis BMedium risk

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Vaccines

MalariaRecommended
Yellow Fever VaccineRecommended
TyphoidRecommended
Chikungunya VaccineRecommended

Vaccine details

Basic rules

Strict malaria precautions
Avoid crowded indoor spaces
Verify measles immunity
Bottled water recommended

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Trip preparation

Climate

Type: Tropical, monsoon
Best months: November – February
Watch out for: Rainy season July–October, occasional flooding

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Current alerts

Level 1 - Diphtheria in Sub-Saharan Africa
There are outbreaks of diphtheria in several countries in Africa. Vaccination against diphtheria is essential to protect against the disease. Country List : Chad, Guinea, Niger, Nigeria, Mali, Ma...
Aug 25, 2026

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Somalia

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