What vaccinations are mandatory and recommended for a trip to Jordan?
No vaccines are mandatory for Jordan when traveling from France, except yellow fever if you're coming from at-risk zones. Recommended vaccines include hepatitis A and B, typhoid, rabies, meningococcal meningitis, and updates to routine vaccines (tetanus, polio, diphtheria, pertussis, measles).
Mandatory Vaccines
Jordan does not require any mandatory vaccines for travellers from France. However:
- Yellow fever: vaccination certificate mandatory if you are coming from countries at risk of transmission
- Poliomyelitis: proof of vaccination (IPV) from the last 12 months required if you are coming from at-risk areas
Recommended Vaccines
For an extended stay in Jordan, health authorities recommend:
- Hepatitis A and B: protection against foodborne and bloodborne infections
- Typhoid: recommended for stays in rural areas
- Rabies: important if contact with animals is planned
- Meningococcal meningitis: particularly during epidemic periods
Universal Vaccines to Check
Make sure you are up to date for:
- Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (booster every 10 years)
- Poliomyelitis
- Measles (two doses recommended)
Advice from our local agency
Consult a doctor or international vaccination centre 4 to 6 weeks before your departure to establish a personalised vaccination plan based on your itinerary and length of stay.