Low riskAmericas · CaribbeanSaint Vincent and the Grenadines Travel Health Guide
Low risk
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 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 current, including chickenpox, tetanus, flu, MMR, polio, and shingles vaccines.
COVID-19
Stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines before traveling.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A vaccine is recommended for all travelers over 1 year old, including infants 6-11 months. Special arrangements may be needed for some travelers.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for all unvaccinated travelers regardless of age.
Measles
Measles cases are rising worldwide. All travelers need MMR vaccine at least 2 weeks before travel, including early vaccination for infants 6-11 months.
Typhoid
Typhoid vaccine is recommended for most travelers, especially if you're staying with friends/family or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.
Rabies
Rabid dogs are uncommon in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, but rabies vaccines may only be available in larger medical facilities. Consider pre-exposure vaccination if you'll be around animals or in remote areas.
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever vaccine is not recommended for Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. However, if you're coming from a country with yellow fever risk, you'll need proof of vaccination if you're 1 year or older.
Disease risks
Emergency numbers
Police
999
Medical / Ambulance
999
Fire
999
U.S. Embassy
+1-246-436-4950
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines travel health FAQ
Do I need vaccines to travel to Saint Vincent and the Grenadines?▼
For travel to Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, 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 Saint Vincent and the Grenadines?▼
No — Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 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 Saint Vincent and the Grenadines?▼
From a travel-health standpoint, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines is currently rated low risk. Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 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 Saint Vincent and the Grenadines?▼
Key emergency numbers in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines are Police 999, Medical / Ambulance 999, Fire 999 and U.S. Embassy +1-246-436-4950. Save them before you travel and confirm the current numbers with your accommodation on arrival.
More country guides
AnguillaLow riskAnguilla carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B.
Antigua and BarbudaLow riskAntigua and Barbuda carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B.
ArubaLow riskAruba carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B. Yellow fever vaccine is not needed for direct travel from the US, but required if coming from countries with yellow fever risk
Plan your Saint Vincent and the Grenadines trip
Get vaccines, prescriptions and a personalized health plan for Saint Vincent and the Grenadines — matched to your itinerary and travelers.
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.