Moderate riskEurope · Northern EuropeUnited Kingdom Travel Health Guide
Moderate risk
United Kingdom carries a CDC Level 2 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B.
Overall risk
Moderate risk
Malaria
None
Best time to visit
Year-round
Recommended vaccines
Routine Vaccines
Make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines including chickenpox, DTP, flu, MMR, polio, and shingles before traveling.
COVID-19
Stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines before traveling.
Hepatitis A
Consider hepatitis A vaccination, especially if visiting smaller cities, villages, rural areas, or eating street food.
Hepatitis B
Recommended for unvaccinated travelers under 60; those 60 and older may consider vaccination.
Measles
Get fully vaccinated with MMR vaccine at least two weeks before travel. Infants 6-11 months need an early dose.
Polio
Polio vaccination recommended due to poliovirus identified in the UK. Adults may need a booster; unvaccinated travelers need complete series.
Rabies
Rabies vaccination may be considered for high-risk activities. Rabid dogs are uncommon and vaccines are available if needed.
Tick-borne Encephalitis
Avoid tick bites and learn about tick-borne encephalitis risk in your specific destination areas.
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever vaccine is not recommended and not required for entry to the UK.
Disease risks
Emergency numbers
Police
999
Medical / Ambulance
999
Fire
999
U.S. Embassy
+44-20-7499-9000
United Kingdom travel health FAQ
Do I need vaccines to travel to United Kingdom?▼
For travel to United Kingdom, Routine Vaccines, COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Measles and Polio 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 United Kingdom?▼
No — United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom?▼
From a travel-health standpoint, United Kingdom is currently rated moderate risk. United Kingdom carries a CDC Level 2 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B.
What are the emergency phone numbers in United Kingdom?▼
Key emergency numbers in United Kingdom are Police 999, Medical / Ambulance 999, Fire 999 and U.S. Embassy +44-20-7499-9000. 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.