Low riskEurope · Northern EuropeIreland Travel Health Guide
Low risk
Ireland 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
Get up-to-date on routine vaccines including chickenpox, tetanus, flu, MMR, polio, and shingles before travel.
COVID-19
Stay up-to-date with COVID-19 vaccines before traveling.
Hepatitis A
Consider hepatitis A vaccine if visiting rural areas, small towns, or planning to eat street food.
Hepatitis B
Recommended for unvaccinated travelers under 60. Those 60+ may also consider vaccination.
Measles
Get MMR vaccine at least 2 weeks before travel. Infants 6-11 months need early dose due to rising measles cases worldwide.
Rabies
Rabid dogs are uncommon in Ireland and rabies vaccines are widely available. Pre-exposure vaccination only needed for high-risk activities or limited access to post-exposure care.
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever vaccine is not recommended and not required for entry to Ireland.
Disease risks
Emergency numbers
Police
999
Medical / Ambulance
999
Fire
999
U.S. Embassy
+44-207-894-0007
Ireland travel health FAQ
Do I need vaccines to travel to Ireland?▼
For travel to Ireland, Routine vaccines, COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B and Measles 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 Ireland?▼
No — Ireland 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 Ireland?▼
From a travel-health standpoint, Ireland is currently rated low risk. Ireland 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 Ireland?▼
Key emergency numbers in Ireland are Police 999, Medical / Ambulance 999, Fire 999 and U.S. Embassy +44-207-894-0007. 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.