Low riskAmericas · CaribbeanCayman Islands Travel Health Guide
Low risk
Cayman Islands carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B.
Overall risk
Low risk
Malaria
None
Best time to visit
Year-round
Recommended vaccines
Routine vaccines
Make sure you're up-to-date on all routine vaccines including chickenpox, tetanus, flu, MMR, polio, and shingles.
COVID-19
Stay up to date with your COVID-19 vaccines before traveling.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A vaccine is recommended for all travelers to Cayman Islands. Special dosing applies for infants and high-risk travelers.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for all unvaccinated travelers to Cayman Islands.
Measles
Measles cases are rising worldwide. Make sure you're fully vaccinated with MMR vaccine at least two weeks before travel, including early doses for infants 6-11 months.
Typhoid
Typhoid vaccine is recommended for most travelers to Cayman Islands, especially if staying with friends/relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.
Rabies
Rabid dogs are uncommon in Cayman Islands. Pre-exposure rabies vaccine may be recommended based on your activities and access to medical care. Rabies vaccines are available if needed after exposure.
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever vaccine is not recommended and not required for entry to Cayman Islands.
Disease risks
Emergency numbers
Police
911
Medical / Ambulance
911
Fire
911
U.S. Embassy
+1-345-945-8173
Cayman Islands travel health FAQ
Do I need vaccines to travel to Cayman Islands?▼
For travel to Cayman Islands, 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 Cayman Islands?▼
No — Cayman Islands 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 Cayman Islands?▼
From a travel-health standpoint, Cayman Islands is currently rated low risk. Cayman Islands carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B.
What are the emergency phone numbers in Cayman Islands?▼
Key emergency numbers in Cayman Islands are Police 911, Medical / Ambulance 911, Fire 911 and U.S. Embassy +1-345-945-8173. 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.