Philippines Vaccination Guide 2026

Recommended vaccinations for the Philippines: Hepatitis A (food/waterborne — highly recommended), Hepatitis B (recommended for longer stays), Typhoid (especially if eating street food), Rabies (if visiting rural areas or planning extensive outdoor activities — stray dogs are common), Japanese Encephalitis (for stays over 1 month in rural areas). Yellow Fever: Not present in the Philippines, but proof of Yellow Fever vaccination is required if arriving from an endemic country. Malaria: Low risk in most tourist areas. Prophylaxis recommended only for rural Palawan and Mindanao. Dengue: No vaccine available for travellers — use insect repellent.