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The vaccines you need for Thailand depend on where you go, how long you stay and what you’ll be doing. Several vaccines are recommended for your health. We’ll confirm current entry requirements at your consultation.
A beach holiday in Phuket or Koh Samui is different from trekking near the northern borders or backpacking for months. Dengue occurs across the country, so use insect repellent day and night. Rabies is present, so avoid touching dogs and monkeys, including at temples. Heat, strong sun and busy roads, especially on a hired scooter, also need care.
TMB clinician insight
““Thailand is still the trip our Irish patients ask about most, whether it’s Bangkok, Phuket or the islands around Krabi. One thing I always raise is tattoos and piercings. If you’re tempted on holiday, make sure the needles and equipment are sterile, because hepatitis B and other blood-borne infections can be passed on.”
Dr Graham Fry, Chief Medical Director, TMB
Core Immunisations
Recommended Vaccines for
Thailand
These vaccines are highly advised for most itineraries. Clinical guidelines strongly suggest planning these 4-6 weeks prior to departure.
Other Vaccines to Consider for
Thailand
Depending on your specific style of travel, length of stay, or work environments, these additional precautions are worth discussing.
Vector-Borne Warnings
Malaria Risk & Protection in
Thailand
Health advisory: malaria is PRESENT in brazil (Amazon)
Prevention Quick Facts
Antimalarials: Recommended for risk areas
Repellent: 50% DEET is ideal
Bite Avoidance: Dusk & dawn critical coverage
Disease & Travel Risk Warnings for Brazil
Travel health considerations for Brazil vary by route, season and activity. Key areas to review include malaria planning, mosquito-bite prevention, climate exposure, access to medical care. The guidance below is general and should be checked against the latest destination advice before publication and travel.
Food & Water
Food and water-borne illness can affect travellers. Use safe drinking water and choose food that is freshly prepared and thoroughly cooked, especially outside higher-standard accommodation.
Insects & mosquitoes
Mosquito and insect exposure varies by season and location. Use effective repellent, covering clothing and screened accommodation, and follow current advice on dengue, Zika, chikungunya or other locally relevant infections.
Sun, heat & climate
After your flight you will experience a degree of jet lag. Be careful not to fall asleep out in the sunshine and then wake with sunburn that could ruin your time abroad.
Altitude, trekking & remote travel
No general high-altitude warning is highlighted for standard itineraries. Assess strenuous, diving, trekking or remote-area activities separately.
Medical access & medication
Access to medical care can vary outside major centres. Carry adequate travel insurance, essential medicines in original packaging and a plan for obtaining help.
Related TMB information pages
Official country profiles
DFA travel advice
Don’t forget to check the Department of Foreign Affairs country profile for updated travel risks, security information and practical travel advice