High riskAfrica · Western AfricaLiberia Travel Health Guide
High risk
Liberia carries a CDC Level 2 travel health notice. Malaria risk exists throughout Liberia. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B. Yellow fever vaccination is recommended for all travelers to Liberia and required if coming from certain countries.
Overall risk
High risk
Malaria
Present
Best time to visit
Year-round
Recommended vaccines
Routine vaccines
Make sure all your routine vaccinations are current before traveling to Liberia.
COVID-19
Stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations before traveling.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A vaccination is recommended for all travelers to Liberia age 1 year and older.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B vaccination is recommended for all unvaccinated travelers to Liberia.
Measles
Make sure you are fully vaccinated against measles with MMR vaccine before traveling to Liberia.
Polio
Polio vaccination is strongly recommended for travel to Liberia due to recent poliovirus detection.
Typhoid
Typhoid vaccination is recommended, especially if visiting rural areas or staying with friends and relatives.
Monkeypox
Monkeypox vaccination is recommended if you plan certain high-risk sexual activities while traveling to Liberia.
Rabies
Consider rabies vaccination if you'll be around animals or in remote areas where medical care may be limited.
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever vaccination is recommended for all travelers to Liberia and required if coming from certain countries.
Disease risks
Malaria
Malaria risk exists throughout Liberia. Take antimalarial medication as prescribed by your doctor.
Traveler's Diarrhea
All areas; limited access to clean water and safe food.
Malaria risk
Malaria is present in this destination. Prophylaxis medication is recommended.
Malaria risk exists throughout Liberia. Take antimalarial medication as prescribed by your doctor.
Emergency numbers
Police
911
Medical / Ambulance
911
Fire
911
U.S. Embassy
+231-77-677-7000
Liberia travel health FAQ
Do I need vaccines to travel to Liberia?▼
For travel to Liberia, Routine vaccines, COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Measles, Polio and Typhoid are recommended; Monkeypox, 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 Liberia?▼
Yes — malaria is present in Liberia. Antimalarial prophylaxis is recommended for most travelers, alongside insect-bite precautions such as repellent and treated bed nets.
Is it safe to travel to Liberia?▼
From a travel-health standpoint, Liberia is currently rated high risk. Liberia carries a CDC Level 2 travel health notice. Malaria risk exists throughout Liberia. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B. Yellow fever vaccination is recommended for all travelers to Liberia and required if coming from certain countries.
What are the emergency phone numbers in Liberia?▼
Key emergency numbers in Liberia are Police 911, Medical / Ambulance 911, Fire 911 and U.S. Embassy +231-77-677-7000. 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.