Recommended vaccinations for Tonga
Consensus list of travel vaccinations for Tonga, reconciled across the US CDC and UK NaTHNaC TravelHealthPro. Required > Recommended > Routine.
| Vaccine | Category | Sources | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dengue | Recommended | NHS | Recommended for some travellers aged 4+ with past dengue infection traveling to risk areas or exposed through work; expert advice needed if no past infection |
| Hepatitis A | Recommended | CDC , NHS | Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Tonga; infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated; special considerations for travelers over 40, immunocompromised, or with chronic conditions departing in less than 2 weeks · Recommended for travellers at increased risk including those visiting local population, long-stay, adventure travellers, and those with medical conditions or outbreak exposure |
| Hepatitis B | Recommended | CDC , NHS | Recommended for unvaccinated travelers of all ages traveling to Tonga · Could be considered for all travellers; recommended for those at increased risk due to sexual activity, work exposure, medical procedures, long-stay, contact sports, or adoption |
| Measles | Recommended | CDC | All international travelers should be fully vaccinated with MMR vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months |
| Rabies | Recommended | CDC , NHS | Consider pre-exposure vaccination if performing activities with risk of exposure to potentially rabid animals or if prompt access to post-exposure prophylaxis may be difficult · Recommended for those at increased risk due to work or activities involving bats; could be considered for others with increased exposure risk |
| Tetanus | Recommended | NHS | Recommended for most travellers; booster if last dose >10 years ago especially where medical facilities may be limited |
| Typhoid | Recommended | CDC , NHS | Recommended for most travelers, especially those staying with friends or relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas · Could be considered for travellers at increased risk such as visiting friends and relatives, long-stay, or laboratory personnel |
| COVID-19 vaccine | Routine | CDC | All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines |
| Routine vaccines | Routine | CDC | Includes Chickenpox (Varicella), Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis (DTaP, Tdap, or Td), Flu (influenza), Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR), Polio, Shingles |
Last updated 12 May 2026.
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