Low riskEurope · Southern EuropeCroatia Travel Health Guide
Low risk
Croatia 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
Stay up-to-date on routine vaccines including chickenpox, tetanus, flu, MMR, polio, and shingles before traveling.
COVID-19
Stay up-to-date with 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
All travelers should be fully vaccinated with MMR vaccine at least 2 weeks before travel due to rising measles cases worldwide.
Rabies
Rabid dogs are uncommon in Croatia and rabies vaccines are available throughout the country. Consider pre-exposure vaccination if you'll have high-risk animal exposure or limited access to medical care.
Tick-borne Encephalitis
Consider TBE vaccine if you'll have extensive outdoor activities with tick exposure in endemic areas of Croatia.
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever vaccine is not recommended and not required for entry to Croatia.
Disease risks
Emergency numbers
Police
112
Medical / Ambulance
112
Fire
112
U.S. Embassy
+385-1-661-2200
Croatia travel health FAQ
Do I need vaccines to travel to Croatia?▼
For travel to Croatia, Routine vaccines, COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B and Measles are recommended; Rabies, Tick-borne Encephalitis 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 Croatia?▼
No — Croatia 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 Croatia?▼
From a travel-health standpoint, Croatia is currently rated low risk. Croatia 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 Croatia?▼
Key emergency numbers in Croatia are Police 112, Medical / Ambulance 112, Fire 112 and U.S. Embassy +385-1-661-2200. 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.