Recommended vaccinations for Ecuador
Consensus list of travel vaccinations for Ecuador, reconciled across the US CDC and UK NaTHNaC TravelHealthPro. Required > Recommended > Routine.
| Vaccine | Category | Sources | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yellow Fever | Required | NHS | Certificate required for travellers arriving from Brazil, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda, or transiting >12 hours through airports in these countries; risk present in parts of Ecuador |
| Chikungunya | Recommended | NHS | Consider for individuals aged 12+ travelling to regions with current outbreak, long-term or frequent travellers, or occupational exposure |
| Dengue | Recommended | NHS | Consider for individuals aged 4+ with past dengue infection travelling to risk areas or occupational exposure; exceptionally considered for others with expert advice |
| Hepatitis A | Recommended | CDC , NHS | Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Ecuador; infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated (dose does not count toward routine series); special considerations for travelers over 40, immunocompromised, or with chronic conditions departing in less than 2 weeks · Recommended for all previously unvaccinated travellers |
| Hepatitis B | Recommended | CDC , NHS | Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Ecuador; unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling · Consider for all travellers; recommended for those at increased risk due to activities, medical history, long stay, or occupational exposure |
| Rabies | Recommended | CDC , NHS | Consider pre-exposure vaccination for travelers with occupational or recreational risk of exposure to potentially rabid animals or who might have difficulty accessing post-exposure prophylaxis · Recommended for travellers with increased risk due to activities or occupational exposure |
| Tetanus | Recommended | NHS | Booster recommended if last dose was more than ten years ago, especially where medical facilities may be limited |
| Typhoid | Recommended | CDC | Recommended for most travelers, especially those staying with friends or relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas |
| Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR) | Routine | CDC | All international travelers should be fully vaccinated; includes early dose for infants 6–11 months |
Last updated 12 May 2026.
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