Vaccinations Falkland Islands

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Falkland Islands vaccination advice

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Going on a trip to the Falkland Islands? A successful trip starts with good preparation. When it comes to your health, it is also wise to prepare well. Many countries in the world have different hygiene conditions. So too in the Falkland Islands. Different infectious diseases sometimes occur and you often have a different diet there than at home. Moreover, even in the best five-star hotel, you come into contact with the local population, which can transmit certain diseases. With proper preparation, a lot of misery can be avoided. Vaccination Point helps you with these preparations so you know which vaccinations for the Falkland Islands mandatory, optional and recommended and can travel well protected. Make an appointment today to get the vaccinations you need for your trip to the Falkland Islands fetch.

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The above advice for vaccinations the Falkland Islands is general advice. For tailored personalised traveller's advice, you can make an appointment online or by phone. We are up-to-date with the latest news and LCR guidelines. A personal advice will involve your travel destination, the duration and circumstances of the trip and your personal health condition and, based on this, the vaccinations required for the Falkland Islands advised.

Make an appointment for a personal traveller's advice directly here.

What vaccinations are mandatory to travel to the Falkland Islands?

Some countries from Africa and South America require vaccination against yellow fever mandatory. This is not the case for the Falkland Islands. If a vaccination is mandatory, it should be administered at least 10 days before arrival. Even if there is no requirement, vaccination is recommended when travelling to a number of African and South American countries. Check our country pages for exact information on mandatory vaccinations for the South American country you will be visiting. You can also consult us for information on possible health reimbursements for travel vaccinations.

Some countries require a yellow fever vaccination on arrival if you have been in a country where yellow fever is present. Yellow fever only occurs in Africa and South America. 

What vaccinations are recommended for the Falkland Islands?

For most South American countries, vaccinations against DTP and hepatitis A recommended. This is due to poor hygiene conditions. In addition, taking malaria tablets is strongly recommended in many South American countries. 

Other optional vaccinations for the Falkland Islands

Besides the compulsory and recommended vaccinations, there are usually optional vaccinations. Currently, there are no optional vaccinations for the Falkland Islands.

For personalised advice on vaccinations the Falkland Islands you can make an appointment with us. Any advice will involve your travel destination, the duration and circumstances of the trip and your personal health condition. Also for information on possible health reimbursement of travel vaccinations for the Falkland Islands you can contact us.

Observe precepts for optimal protection

For disease prevention, vaccinations for the Falkland Islands or taking medicines is often not enough. To protect yourself optimally, you should observe a number of precepts when abroad, aimed at minimising the risk of infection. During the traveller's consultation, the nurse can provide information on measures that can be taken to avoid becoming ill. For personal advice regarding vaccinations for the Falkland Islands it is necessary to make an appointment.

Run no risk with Vaccination Point

Those travelling to the (sub)tropics want to be as protected as possible against diseases that occur there. For vaccinations the Falkland Islands you can visit Vaccination Point. You can also make an appointment with us for personal advice. The advice given is based on the national guidelines of the LCR (National Coordination Centre for Travel Advice). 

For personal advice on your specific situation, contact Vaccination Point. There, they are up-to-date with the latest news and LCR guidelines. With personal advice, you are assured of taking appropriate vaccinations for the Falkland Islands in your situation. Make a booking now for traveller vaccination at the Vaccination Point of your choice. You can also make an appointment in the evening and at the weekend. For company vaccinations, you can also make an appointment at your local Vaccination Point.

Our working method

We work on a consultation basis in which we personally advise you which vaccinations you should take for your trip to the Falkland Islands. Any advice will involve your travel destination, the duration and circumstances of the trip and your personal health condition. Vaccinations and anti-malaria drugs do not always give full protection and sometimes have side effects. Therefore, the pros and cons of the various measures must be weighed up for each trip and for each person.

Even if you have booked a last-minute trip, it is wise to consult the Vaccination Point. This is because you can also be vaccinated just before the start of your trip. If you often book a last-minute, it is advisable to take the basic vaccinations (dtp,hepatitis A and possibly typhoid fever) as a precaution. 

For tailored personal advice, make an appointment at a branch near you.

Vaccination rates

Are you curious about our vaccination rates? Then please refer to our price list. You pay per visit for the activities of that day; reimbursement by your health insurance depends on the policy conditions. If you are unexpectedly unable to attend, please cancel your appointment at least 24 hours in advance. Appointments that are not cancelled in time will be charged as consultations.

Surrounding countries

Are you passing through or curious about vaccination recommendations for surrounding countries such as Argentina, Chile and Uruguay? Then check out our general vaccination recommendations for these countries on our website or make an appointment for personal advice!

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