Adjusted chikungunya vaccination advice due to outbreak
The LCR (National Coordination Centre for Travel Advice) updated its vaccination advice for chikungunya on 4 May 2026. Major outbreaks are currently active in six countries and territories, including two new ones. Are you travelling here soon? If so, vaccination is advised now.
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Where are the outbreaks active?
The outbreaks are currently active in the following countries and territories:
- Bolivia (Santa Cruz and Cochabamba departments)
- Brazil (Mato Grosso do Sul state) - new
- Mayotte
- Mauritius — new
- Seychelles
- Suriname
What does the LCR recommend?
Travellers aged 12 and over to the above areas are advised to get a chikungunya vaccination, regardless of the duration of travel. So even a short stay is sufficient reason to get vaccinated. Besides vaccination, mosquito repellent measures remain essential, such as using DEET and wearing covered clothing.
Good news: outbreak Cuba over
The outbreak in Cuba has ended. Low transmission has returned, which means Cuba is no longer in the outbreak category. Vaccination is no longer routinely recommended for Cuba.
Are you not travelling for a while?
Chikungunya outbreaks last several weeks to months on average. Book far in advance? Then check again just before departure to see if the outbreak is still active in your destination. At Vaccinatiepunt, we keep track of current LCR recommendations for you and always give you up-to-date travel advice.
Travelling to one of these countries? Schedule your chikungunya vaccination at Vaccination Point.
Source: LCR, 4 May 2026
