What are the mandatory and recommended vaccines for Laos?
The hepatitis A vaccine is mandatory for Laos. Depending on your stay duration, vaccines against rabies, typhoid, hepatitis B, and Japanese encephalitis are recommended. Antimalarial prophylaxis is advised year-round.
Mandatory vaccines
Hepatitis A: update required before departure. This vaccine protects against a liver infection transmitted through contaminated water and food.
Recommended vaccines depending on your stay
- Rabies: for long stays or in isolated rural areas
- Typhoid: recommended for all trips to Laos
- Hepatitis B: depending on stay conditions and planned activities
- Japanese encephalitis: for extended stays in rural areas, especially during the rainy season
Protection against malaria
Laos presents a permanent malaria risk. Preventive antimalarial treatment is recommended, to be determined with your doctor according to your itinerary. Supplement with anti-mosquito protection: repellents, long clothing in the evening, mosquito nets.
Key points
Consult a doctor specializing in travel medicine 4 to 8 weeks before departure for a personalized assessment according to your profile and itinerary.