Argentina vaccinations

Argentina vaccinations

which ones do you need?
Are you travelling to Argentina soon? After reading our travel advice about this country, you will know better how to prepare yourself for your trip. Which specific precautions and vaccinations Argentina requires will, amongst other things, depend on your trip and the length of your stay in this country. Getting vaccinated is not mandatory, however in doing so you protect yourself and your child or baby (if applicable) against diseases to which you may not (yet) be resistant.

The required vaccinations vary and depend on the areas you plan to visit and on the duration of your stay in Argentina. Argentina is a vast country in the south of South America. The country has a diverse, predominantly temperate climate: dry in the west, subtropical in the north and cool and bleak sub-Antarctic in the south.  If you plan to visit other South American countries as well, you may need additional vaccinations. Furthermore, in Argentina you should protect yourself well against diseases, the bright sunlight and mosquitoes. We are happy to tell you which vaccinations you require for Argentina and gladly advise on how to have a healthy holiday in Argentina. Click here to make an appointment (in Dutch) with a nurse.

Argentina vaccinations: an overview of the health risks

You may encounter diseases in Argentina against which you are normally not immune. The right vaccinations can protect you against these diseases. Check out the main health risks in this country below, so you know immediately which specific vaccinations Argentina requires. Also read our tips for travelling. This way you can best protect yourself against health risks from water, food, sun and insects.

Recommended vaccinations and risks

In this country Chikungunya is prevalent. A good protection against mosquito bites in the daytime is necessary.

In this country dengue fever is prevalent. A good protection against mosquito bites in the daytime is necessary.

Vaccination against DTP is recommended for all travelers to this country.

Vaccination against hepatitis A is recommended for all travelers to this country.

Vaccination depends on your personal situation. In this country mammals could be infected with Rabies. Avoid contact with mammals. Please contact KLM Health Services for good and personal advice.

In this country Zika virus is prevalent. A good protection against mosquito bites in the daytime is necessary.

Make an appointment!

Vaccination(s) necessary for the above risks? Make an appointment right now!

Make an appointment

Haven't found what you're looking for?

Do you have other questions about a vaccination for Argentina? Read our frequently asked questions about traveling and vaccination. Is your question not listed here? Feel free to contact us.