Low riskAmericas · CaribbeanBahamas Travel Health Guide
Low risk
Bahamas carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B. Yellow fever vaccine is not needed for disease protection but is required if you're coming from a country with yellow fever risk, including airport layovers over 12 hours.
Overall risk
Low risk
Malaria
None
Best time to visit
Year-round
Recommended vaccines
Routine Vaccines
Make sure all your routine vaccines are up to date, including chickenpox, tetanus, flu, MMR, polio, and shingles vaccines.
COVID-19
Stay up to date with your COVID-19 vaccines before traveling.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A vaccine is recommended for all travelers to the Bahamas. Special dosing may be needed for infants, older adults, or those with health conditions.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for all unvaccinated travelers to the Bahamas.
Measles
Measles cases are rising worldwide. Make sure you're fully vaccinated with MMR vaccine at least 2 weeks before travel. Infants 6-11 months need a special early dose.
Typhoid
Typhoid vaccine is recommended for most travelers to the Bahamas, especially if you're staying with friends/family or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.
Rabies
Rabid dogs are uncommon in the Bahamas and rabies vaccines are available if needed. Pre-travel vaccination depends on your planned activities and access to medical care.
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever vaccine is not needed for disease protection but is required if you're coming from a country with yellow fever risk, including airport layovers over 12 hours.
Disease risks
Emergency numbers
Police
911
Medical / Ambulance
911
Fire
911
U.S. Embassy
+1-242-322-1181
Bahamas travel health FAQ
Do I need vaccines to travel to Bahamas?▼
For travel to Bahamas, Routine Vaccines, COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Measles and Typhoid are recommended; Rabies and Yellow Fever may be advised depending on your itinerary. Make sure your routine vaccinations (such as MMR, Tdap, polio and seasonal flu) are up to date, and see a travel-health provider about 4–6 weeks before you leave.
Is there malaria in Bahamas?▼
No — Bahamas is not considered a malaria-risk destination, so antimalarial medication is not routinely needed. Basic insect-bite precautions are still sensible.
Is it safe to travel to Bahamas?▼
From a travel-health standpoint, Bahamas is currently rated low risk. Bahamas carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B. Yellow fever vaccine is not needed for disease protection but is required if you're coming from a country with yellow fever risk, including airport layovers over 12 hours.
What are the emergency phone numbers in Bahamas?▼
Key emergency numbers in Bahamas are Police 911, Medical / Ambulance 911, Fire 911 and U.S. Embassy +1-242-322-1181. Save them before you travel and confirm the current numbers with your accommodation on arrival.
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Build my Trip KitSources: CDC Travelers' Health · WHO International Travel and Health. Last updated 2026-07-31. Health conditions and entry rules change — verify with the CDC, WHO and your destination’s authorities before travel. This page is informational and not a substitute for advice from a travel-medicine provider.