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Travel Vaccines and Advice for Oceania and the Pacific Islands

Oceania and the Pacific Islands is a dream destination for many travelers. With pristine beaches, amazing coral reefs and fanscinating wildlife, there’s some adventure for everyone.

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What Vaccines Do I Need for Oceania and the Pacific Islands?
Are There Other Health Concerns in Oceania and the Pacific Islands?
What Are the Entry Requirements in Oceania and the Pacific Islands?
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Passport Health offers medications, vaccines and personalized care for your trip. See our What Vaccines… section to learn more.

Countries in this region include:

American Samoa
Australia
Christmas Island
Cocos (Keeling) Islands
Cook Islands
Fiji
French Polynesia
Guam
Hawaii
Kiribati
Marshall Islands
Micronesia
Nauru
New Caledonia
New Zealand
Niue
Norfolk Island
Northern Mariana Islands
Palau
Papua New Guinea
Pitcairn Islands
Samoa
Solomon Islands
Tokelau
Tonga
Tuvalu
Vanuatu
Wallis and Futuna

The CDC and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for travelers to Oceania and the Pacific Islands: hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, cholera, yellow fever, Japanese encephalitis and rabies.

Some routine vaccinations are also recommended, this includes: measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis (Tdap), influenza, chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia, meningitis and polio.

Polio vaccination is required for stays over four weeks in some regions. Active transmission is also present in some areas, make sure your vaccinations are up to date.

COVID-19 vaccination is recommended for travel to all regions, both foreign and domestic. Check with your local Passport Health clinic if immunization is offered in your area.

Proof of yellow fever vaccination may be required for some travelers, based on their specific itinerary.

See the table below for more vaccination information:

Recommended Travel Vaccinations for Oceania and the Pacific Islands
VACCINE HOW DISEASE SPREADS DETAILS
COVID-19 Airborne & Direct Contact Recommended for all unvaccinated individuals who qualify for vaccination
Hepatitis A Contaminated Food
or Water 		Recommended for all
travelers to most regions.
Hepatitis B Contaminated Body
Fluids (Sex, needles, etc.) 		Recommended for all
travelers to most regions.
Typhoid Contaminated Food
or Water 		Recommended for all
travelers to most regions.
Cholera Contaminated Food
or Water 		May be recommended based
on your specific itinerary.
Yellow Fever Mosquito-borne May be required based
on your specific itinerary.
Japanese Encephalitis Mosquito-borne Recommended in some countries in the region.
Highly recommended for specific itineraries.
Rabies Infected Animals Vaccine recommended for long-term travelers
and those who may come in contact with animals.

Recommended Routine Vaccinations for Oceania and the Pacific Islands
VACCINE HOW DISEASE SPREADS DETAILS
Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR) Various Vectors Given to anyone unvaccinated and/or born
after 1957. One time adult booster recommended.
Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis) Wounds or
Airborne 		One adult booster of pertussis recommended
for most travelers.
Influenza Airborne Generally recommended for all travelers.
Vaccine components change annually.
Chickenpox Direct Contact
or Airborne 		Given to those unvaccinated that
did not have chickenpox.
Shingles Direct Contact Recommended for individuals 50+. Vaccine can
still be given if you have had shingles.
Pneumonia Airborne All individuals 65+ or immunocompromised
should receive this vaccine.
Meningitis Airborne or
Direct Contact 		Given to anyone unvaccinated or at an
increased risk, especially students.
Polio Contaminated Food
or Water 		Generally considered a routine vaccination.
Single adult booster recommended.

Sources: CDC, WHO and ISTM

Customer Reviews

Passport Health – Travel Vaccines for Oceania and the Pacific Islands

Overall rating: 5 stars – 5 reviews
★★★★★
“Very positive experience“
“The clinic was great – it was so nice not to be rushed out the door. The nurse was lovely and went through everything needed for vaccines and items to look out for when traveling in the Pacific. I’ve recommended here to my friends I’m traveling with also.”

Submitted by: Danielle
★★★★★
“VERY helpful“
“I needed immunizations for an upcoming trip to the Pacific. The nurse was amazing, helpful, explained everything I needed to know, and reduced my anxiety around the shots I had to get!”

Submitted by: Carol
★★★★★
“Best Travel Appointment EVER“
“This was the best service I’ve ever used for travel vaccinations and medicine. Everything was well-prepared, the shots were on site, as was medication, and the office is very well-kept. I’d highly recommend Passport Travel to anyone!”

Submitted by: Lisa
★★★★★
“Very thorough“
“This is the second time I’ve had an appointment with Passport Health, both times I have been impressed with how thorough the appointment was. The booklet I was given explaining concerns in the Pacific Islands I will be visiting was very helpful.”

Submitted by: Tom
★★★★★
“Excellent experience“
“Great experience getting information about your upcoming trip to the Pacific. Easy to understand information, almost painless shot administration, and free snacks for the grands while they waited!”

Submitted by: Dorcas

Cases of dengue, chikungunya and Zika have been reported in some parts of Oceania and the Pacific Islands. Mosquito repellents and netting are recommended for most travelers.

Malaria is also present in some regions. Be sure to speak with a travel health specialist about antimalarial options for your trip.

Travelers’ diarrhea is a threat to all travelers. Studies show up to 70 percent of people will fall ill from it during their trip. Bring a travelers’ diarrhea kit and consider a preventative measure like AssureGI.

Visas are required for some countries within Oceania and the Pacific Islands. This includes Australia and Papua New Guinea.

Proof of polio vaccination may be required for stays over four weeks in some countries. Proof of yellow fever vaccination is required for most countries if coming for a region with the disease.

Do I Need a Passport or Visa for My Trip?
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Embassy information for each country is available on its own destination advice page.

Traveling outside of Oceania and the Pacific Islands? Learn more about your destination with our full compliment of destination advice pages!

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