Burundi Travel Health Guide

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 unvaccinated travelers 1 year and older. Infants 6-11 months should also get vaccinated.

Hepatitis B

Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for unvaccinated travelers under 60. Those 60 and older may also consider vaccination.

Measles

Measles cases are rising worldwide. All travelers should be fully vaccinated with MMR vaccine at least 2 weeks before travel. Infants 6-11 months need an early dose.

Typhoid

Typhoid vaccine is recommended for most travelers to Burundi, especially if staying with friends/relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.

Yellow Fever

Yellow fever vaccine is both recommended by CDC and required for entry to Burundi for all travelers 9 months and older.

Cholera

Cholera vaccination may be considered if traveling to Bujumbura or Burunga divisions where active transmission occurs. Cholera is rare in travelers.

Monkeypox

Monkeypox vaccination is recommended if you plan certain high-risk activities. Get your first vaccine at least 6 weeks before travel if possible.

Rabies

Rabid dogs are commonly found in Burundi. Consider pre-exposure rabies vaccination if you'll have animal contact or may not have quick access to medical care.