Are you leaving for South Korea soon? After reading our travel advice about this land, you will know better how to prepare yourself for your trip. Which specific precautions and vaccinations South Korea requires will amongst others depend on your trip and the length of your stay in this country.
The Republic of South Korea is situated in northeast Asia. Even though most of the country is surrounded by sea, large parts of South Korea have a warm continental climate. Various subtropical climates are in the southern regions. The best way to avoid heat, cold patches, typhoons and mosquitoes is to travel to South Korea in either September or October in the first place. The country is characterised by lush green hills and vast mountain ranges in the east. Whatever you plan to do during your trip to South Korea, it is always wise to take into account the risk of (tropical) diseases and mosquitoes.
South Korea vaccinations: the most common risks
Various (tropical) diseases are prevalent in South Korea to which you are likely not resistant. The right vaccines can protect you against these. Please find below a list of the most common health risks and diseases in South Korea and read which specific vaccinations you require. Read our tips for travelling as well. In this way you can best protect yourself against health risks from water, food, sun and insects.
Recommended vaccinations and risks
Vaccination against hepatitis A is recommended for all travelers to this country.
Vaccination against hepatitis B depends on your personal situation. Please contact KLM Health Services for a personal advice.
Vaccination against tuberculosis depends on your personal situation. Please contact KLM Health Services for personal advice.
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 Japanese encephalitis is (possibly) prevalent. Vaccination depends on your personal situation. Please contact KLM Health Services for a personal advice.
In this country Tick-borne encephalitisis is (possibly) prevalent. Vaccination depends on your personal situation. Please contact KLM Health Services for good and personal advice.