Colombia

Vaccinations protect you against infectious diseases that are prevalent in Colombia. Make an appointment for personalised travel advice at vaccinatiecentrum.nl.

The following vaccinations are recommended when travelling to Colombia:
DTP (Diphtheria, Tetanus and Polio), Hepatitis A (infectious jaundice), Measles, Hepatitis B, Rabies, Tuberculosis, Dengue and Yellow fever.

Some of these vaccinations are always advised, regardless of the length of your stay in Colombia. These are DTP and Hepatitis A. The other vaccination recommendations depend on your health situation, living conditions, length of stay, the areas you visit and the activities you undertake in Colombia.

Yellow Fever
Yellow fever does only occur in certain parts of Colombia but a vaccination is mandatory if you are travelling in from a high-risk country or have been in transit in such a country for more than 12 hours.

Malaria
Malaria is prevalent in Colombia. If you are staying in an area where malaria is prevalent, we sometimes recommend the use of malaria medication. Furthermore, it is important to take protective measures against malaria.

Schedule an appointment
Will you be travelling to Colombia soon? Don’t wait too long and make an appointment at vaccinatiecentrum.nl on time for your personal travel advice, including the necessary vaccinations and any travel medication. Together, we’ll make sure you’re well prepared for your trip and return healthy!