Low riskAsia · Western AsiaQatar Travel Health Guide
Low risk
Qatar 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 all your routine vaccines are up to date before traveling, 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 most travelers to Qatar. Special dosing may be needed for infants, older adults, or those with medical conditions.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for travelers under 60. Those 60 and older may also consider vaccination.
Measles
Measles vaccination is essential for all international travelers due to rising cases worldwide. Infants 6-11 months need an early dose.
Typhoid
Typhoid vaccine is recommended for most travelers to Qatar, especially if staying with local contacts or visiting smaller cities and rural areas.
Rabies
Consider rabies vaccination if you'll be around animals or in areas where medical care might be limited. Rabies is present in dogs and wildlife in Qatar.
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever vaccine is not recommended for Qatar, but is required if you're coming from a country with yellow fever risk.
Disease risks
Emergency numbers
Police
999
Medical / Ambulance
999
Fire
999
U.S. Embassy
+974-4496-6000
Qatar travel health FAQ
Do I need vaccines to travel to Qatar?▼
For travel to Qatar, 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 Qatar?▼
No — Qatar 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 Qatar?▼
From a travel-health standpoint, Qatar is currently rated low risk. Qatar 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 Qatar?▼
Key emergency numbers in Qatar are Police 999, Medical / Ambulance 999, Fire 999 and U.S. Embassy +974-4496-6000. 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.