Here are some frequently asked questions about Yellow Fever Vaccinations (YFV) from India:
Is yellow fever vaccination required?
All visitors travelling from India to Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Nigeria, Mali, Ghana and Ethiopia are required to be vaccinated against yellow fever with an international certificate proving so.
While there is no health check on departure from India, you will be checked upon your return. Thus, it is mandatory to be in possession of a valid international vaccination certificate of yellow fever before your departure. This certificate must be issued from an approved vaccination center.
Visitors travelling directly from India to South Africa, Tanzania, Zambia or Zimbabwe do NOT need a yellow fever vaccination. However, any person entering these countries from an infected area or having been in transit through infected areas must be in possession of a valid International Certificate of Vaccination against Yellow Fever.
The full list of Yellow Fever endemic countries:
Africa: Angola, Benin, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Congo, Cote d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast), Democratic Republic of Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea Bissau, Kenya, Liberia, Mali, Mauritania, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Sudan, South Sudan, Togo, and Uganda.
South America: Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guyana, Guyana, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Suriname, Trinidad and Tobago, and Venezuela.
When should I get the vaccination?
The yellow fever vaccination needs to be given at least ten days before arriving in a yellow-fever-endemic area and must be administered at an approved yellow fever vaccination center.
What documents are required?
To get an valid certification of yellow fever vaccination, you are required to bring your original passport and your international travel tickets. It is also recommended to have Rs 300 in change (cost of vaccination at govt. institutes).
What time should I show up for the vaccination?
Most public health centres open at 9 am, Monday – Friday. However, there is a limited quota of vaccinations issued everyday (less than 100 usually). Thus, it is recommended to show up earlier in order to be ahead in the line.
How long is the yellow fever vaccine valid for?
The yellow fever vaccination certificate is valid for ten years, after which a booster shot is recommended.
Can I be exempted from producing a vaccination certificate?
The under mentioned persons are exempted from production yellow fever vaccination certificate:
- Infants below the age of six months.
- Any person suffering from some chronic illness and has poor resistance and is thereby exempted from being vaccinated.
- Crew and passengers of an aircraft transiting through an airport located in yellow fever infected area provided the Health Officer is satisfied that such persons remained within the airport premises during the period of stay.
What are the re-entry requirements by the Ministry of Health?
The Ministry of Health, Government of India, has issued an advisory for passengers coming/returning to India from yellow fever endemic countries. Please read the full advisory here: click to view PDF.
List of countries listed as YF endemic according to WHO
Click here to view the list of yellow fever endemic countries as amended by WHO. The Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, follows this list.
Can I get the vaccination in Kenya?
No, it is NOT advisable to take the vaccination in a Yellow Fever endemic country as it takes ten days for the vaccine to take effect.
Gap between Oral Polio Vaccination (OPV) and Yellow Fever Vaccination
If you are travelling to Kenya, you will need to take the OPV vaccination as well as the Yellow Fever Vaccination. It is recommended you take both together, or else you may be forced to wait for a period of 1 month between the two vaccinations.
Where can I get the yellow fever vaccination?
List of designated hospitals and clinics which administer the vaccine for yellow fever:
| S. No. | YELLOW FEVER VACCINATION CENTRE | Address | Officer Incharge | Date and Timing of Yellow Fever Vaccination Center | Contact Detail |
| DELHI | |||||
| 1 | AIRPORT HEALTH ORGANISATION, New Delhi | Airport Health
Organization, New Building, Mahipalpur, Near Radisson Blu Hotel, On Approach Road to T-3 New Delhi-110037 | Dr. Sanjay Mattoo, Airport
Health Officer | Monday ,Tuesday, Thursday & Friday
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM | 011-25655081 (O)
011-25655079 (F) |
| 2 | Armed Force Clinic, New
Delhi | Dalhousie Road, New
Delhi-110011 | Mr. Rajeev Mehra, Lt. Col, OIC Medical Stores | Monday – Friday
09:00 AM – 05:00 PM | 011-23019405 (O)
011-23792356 (F) |
| 3 | Public Health Lab Building, Delhi | Near Gate 3, Vidhan Sabha Metro Station, Opp. Civil Lines Police Station, Alipur Road, Delhi | Dr. Ompal Singh | Monday & Friday
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | 011-23972058 (O) |
| 4 | Dr. RML Hospital, New Delhi | Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre, Room No. 2, Old College of Nursing, RML Hospital, New Delhi-
110001 | Dr. Smita Roy, Chief Medical Officer Dr. P.K. Das Chief Medical Officer (SAG) | Wednesday –
10 AM – 11.30 AM Saturday 9.30 AM – 11.00 AM | 011-23404286 (O)
011-23404820 (O) |
| 5 | Health Department, International Inoculation Centre, New Delhi. Online appointment required! | International Inoculation Centre, Near St. Thomas School, Mandir Marg, New Delhi-110001 | Dr. Shakuntala Srivastav | Wednesday & Friday
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM | 011-23362284 (O)
011-23742752 (F) |
| 6 | Commandant, Base Hospital, Delhi | Commandant, Base Hospital, Delhi Cantt., Delhi-10 | Col. Amita Chaturvedi
Lt. Col. Smita Moudgil | Monday-Friday
08:00 AM – 01:00 PM | 011-23337008 (O) |
| WEST BENGAL | |||||
| 1 | PORT HEALTH ORGANISATION, Kolkata | Port Health Organization
Marine House, Kolkata- 700022 | Dr. M.K. Bag, Port Health
Officer | Monday, Wednesday & Friday
Registration: 12 PM – 12:30 PM, followed by vaccination. | 033-22230904 (O)
033-22230414 (O) 033-22230435 (F) |
| 2 | AIRPORT HEALTH ORGANISATION, Kolkata | Airport Health
Organization NSCBI Airport, Kolkata- 700052 | Dr. A.K. Mandal, Airport
Health Officer | Tuesday & Thursday
12.00 PM -2.30 PM | 033-25119044 (O)
033-25119370 (F) |
| 3 | All India Institute of Hygiene and Public Health (AIIH&PH), Kolkata | Department of Microbiology All India Institute Of Hygiene & Public Health Bidhannagar Campus 27 & 27B J.C. Block, Sector III Salt Lake-
700098 (Near Tank No.14) Kolkata | Dr. Chatopadhyay | Friday
11:00 AM- 01:00 PM | 033-22412888 (O)
033-22418717 (F) |
| MAHARASHTRA | |||||
| 1 | AIRPORT HEALTH ORGANISATION, Mumbai | Airport Health
Organization C.S.I. Airport, Next to Ambassador Sky Chef, Sahar, Andheri (E), Mumbai-400099 | Dr. Amitabha Dan/ Dr. A.R. Passi | Monday ,Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday,
Registration 10.00 AM – 11.30 AM Vaccination timings 12.00 PM -01.00 PM | 022-28392429 (O) |
| 2 | PORT HEALTH ORGANISATION, Mumbai | Seamen’s Medical
Examination Organisation & Yellow Fever Vaccination Center, Nav Bhavan Building, Ramjbhai Kamani Marg, Ballard Estate, Mumbai-400001 | Dr. Deepak Sule, Port Health
Officer | Monday ,Tuesday, Thursday & Friday, Wednesday Only for Seafarers (Original CDC Must)(Except Govt. of India Holidays)
10.30AM -12.30PM | 022-22020027 (O)
022-22612256 (Enquiry Centre)
022-22020814 (F) |
| 3 | Station Health Organisation
(Navy), Colaba | Station Health Organisation (Navy), Old Navy Nagar, Colaba, Mumbai-400005 | Dr. Rajesh Batllish | Daily only for serving persons
09:00 AM – 1:00 PM* | 022-22152080 (O)
022-22152080 (F) |
| 4 | Grant Medical College & Sir J. J. Groups of Hospital, Byculla, Mumbai | Vaccination Centre No. 50
OPD Building, J J Marg, Nagpada-Mumbai Central, Off Jijabhoy Road, Mumbai – 400 008 | Dr. Lalit Sankhe, Associate Professor, Community Medicine | Monday to Friday
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | 022-23735555 (Ext.2309/2414) |
| 5 | Family Welfare Regional Training Centre, Mumbai | 332, S.V.P. Road, Khetwadi, Mumbai, Maharashtra
400004 | Dr. N. R. K. Behera | Wednesday and Friday
2:00 PM to 4:00 PM | 022-23881724(O) |
| 6 | B.J. Govt. Medical College (BJMC), Pune | Jai Prakash Narayan Road, Near Pune Railway Station, Pune, Maharashtra 411001 | Dr. Shelke | Every Monday and
Tuesday 09.00 AM – 12.30 PM | 020- 26126010 (O) |
| TAMIL NADU | |||||
| 1 | PORT HEALTH ORGANISATION, Chennai | Port Health Organisation, Rajaji Salai,
Chennai- 600001 | Dr. J. Kadhirvelu, Port Health
Officer | Monday & Wednesday
10:00 AM- 1:30 PM | 044-25260038 (O)
044-25225858 (F) |
| 2 | King Institute of Preventive Medicine and Research, Chennai | King Institute of Preventive Medicine and Research, Guindy, Chennai-600032 | Dr. Sasikala Rajkumar, Deputy Director | Tuesdays 10.00AM -12.00
PM & Fridays 10.00 AM -12.00 PM | 044-22501520 (O)
044-22501521 (O) 044-22501263 (F) |
| 3 | PORT HEALTH ORGANISATION Tuticorin | Port Health Officer, Port
Health Organization No. B- 20, World Trade Avenue, New Harbour, Tuticorin- 628004 Tamil Nadu | Dr. P. Poornima | Every Tuesday,
11:00 A.M. to 01:00 P.M. | 0461-2353341 (O)
0461-2353314 (F) |
| KERALA | |||||
| 1 | PORT HEALTH ORGANISATION, Cochin | Port Health Organisation
Willingdon Island Cochin-682009 | Dr. K.A. Shyamini, Port
Health Officer | Wednesday &Friday
10 AM -1.00 PM (excluding Public Holidays) | 0484-2666060 (O)
0484-2666060 (F) |
| 2 | AIRPORT HEALTH ORGANISATION Cochin | Airport Health
Organization Cochin International Airport Ltd. Nedumbassery, Cochin- 683111 | Dr. Raphael Teddy
Airport Health Officer | Tuesday and Thursday (excluding public holidays)
09:30 AM – 11:30 AM | 0484-2610255(O) |
| ANDHRA PRADESH | |||||
| 1 | PORT HEALTH ORGANISATION, Visakhapatnam | Port Health Organization
Port Area, Visakhapatnam- 35 | Dr.Anit Gayen, Port Health
Officer | Tuesday & Thursday
10 AM-1.30 PM | 0891-2562681 (O)
0891-2562681 (F) |
| TELANGANA | |||||
| 1 | Institute of Preventive Medicine, Public Health Labs and Food (Health) Admin | Public Health Labs and Food (Health) Admn., Narayanaguda, Hyderabad-29 | Dr. Ch. Lavanya , Medical Officer, | Tuesday and Friday
10:30 AM – 05:00 PM | 965220029 (M) |
| GUJARAT | |||||
| 1 | GMERS Medical College attached General Hospital, Gandhinagar, Gujarat | Oppt. S.T. Depot, Sector No. 12, Gandhinagar, Gujarat- 382012 | Dr. Bipin Nayak, Medical
Superintendent | Monday
9.00 AM- 12.00PM | 079-23221931-32(O)
079-23221913 (O) 079-2322733 (F) |
| 2 | Bhavsinhji (General) Hospital, Porbandar | Near Railway Station, Porbandar, Gujarat | Dr. Manjiri Mankodi Chief District Medical Officer cum Civil Surgeon | Thursday
9:30 AM – 12:30 PM | 0286-2242910 (O)
0286-242910 (F) |
| 3 | PORT HEALTH ORGANISATION, Kandla | Port Health Organization Kandla Port, New Kandla Kutch District – 370210 | Dr. S.P. Singh, Port Health
Officer | Thursday
10 AM-1.00 PM | 02836-270220 (O)
02836-270189 (F) |
| 4 | A.M.C., Health E.P.I. Department, Ahmedabad | Yellow Fever Vaccination Center, Sardar Patel Bhavan, Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation Head Office, Ground Floor, Danapith, Ahmedabad-1 | Dr. Amit Begda | Tuesday & Thursday
11:00 AM – 5:00 PM | 079-25391811
Extn.- 698 |
| 5 | Guru Gobind Singh Govt. Hospital, Gujarat | Pandit Nehru Marg
Jamnagar-361008, Gujarat | Dr. P.M. Gosai, RMO | Monday and Thursday
03:00 PM – 05:00 PM | 0288-2554629 (O)
0288-2679592 (F) |
| 6 | Civil Hospital, Surat | Jay Prakash Narayan Marg, Majura Gate, Surat-
395002 | Dr. Vadel, Medical
Superintendent | Every Thursday
10:00 AM-2:00 PM | 0261 224 4985 (O) |
| GOA | |||||
| 1 | PORT HEALTH ORGANISATION, Marmagoa | Port Health Organisation
Marmagoa Harbour, Goa-403803 | Dr. Mangesh Patil, Port
Health Officer | Thursday
9.00 AM – 12.00 PM | 0832-2520292 (O)
0832-2520292 (F) |
| 2 | Urban Health Centre, Panaji | Urban Health Centre, Behind National Theatre Panaji, Goa | Dr. Preetam P. Naik, Health
Officer | Every Wednesday
09:00 AM – 1:00 PM | 0832-2426495 (O) |
| 3 | Urban Health Centre, Margao, Goa | Padre Miranda Rd, Pajifond, Margao, Goa
403601 | Dr. Martina Fernandes | Every Friday
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM | 0832-2426495 (O) |
| HIMACHAL PRADESH | |||||
| 1 | Treatment Centre, Central
Research Institute, Kasauli | Treatment Centre, Central Research Institute, Kasauli, Himachal Pradesh-173204 | Dr. Santosh Kutty, CMO(SAG) | Monday & Thursday
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM | 01792-272538 (O)
01792-273209 (O) 01792-272016 (F) |
| KARNATAKA |
|
1 | Public Health Institute, Bengalure | Joint Director (Labs), Public Health Institute, Sheshadri Road, Opp. S.J. Polytechnic, Bengalure-
560001 | Dr. Ramesh | Wednesday
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM | 080-22210248 (O)
080-22277389 (F) |
| UTTAR PRADESH | |||||
| 1 | King George’s Medical
University, UP, Lucknow- 226003 | Department of Community Medicine & Public Health, KGMU, Lucknow | Dr. Jamal Masood | Thursday
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | 0522-2257343 (F) |
| DAMAN & DIU | |||||
| 1 | Community Health Centre, Moti Daman | Fort Area, Moti Daman, Daman Union Territory –
396 210 | Dr. Sangeeta Joshi | 1st and 3rd Tuesday of
Every Month 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM | 0260-2230847 (O) |
| 2 | Community Health Centre, Ghoghla, Diu | Community Health Center, Ghoghla, Diu(U.T.) | Dr. Sahoo | 1st and 3rd Tuesday of
Every Month 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM | 02875-252244 (O) |
| ODISHA | |||||
| 1 | AIIMS, Bhubaneshwar | Patrapada, Chotaraypur, Dumduma, Bhubaneshwar, Odisha – 751019 | Dr. Pragya, Dr. Vikas Bhatia | Monday and Thursday –
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM | 0674 – 2476789 (O) |
| CHATTISGARH | |||||
| 1 | District Hospital, Raipur | Janta Colony, Raipur, Chhattisgarh 492001 | Dr. V. R. Bhagat | 2nd Wednesday of Every
Month 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM | 077140 44108 (O) |
| 2 | AIIMS, Raipur | Tatibandh, G E Road, Raipur, Chhattisgarh – 492
099 | Dr. Anjan Giri | Wednesday
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | 0771 2572240 (O) |
| MADHYA PRADESH |
| 1 | AIIMS Bhopal | Immunization Clinic, Hospital Building, AIIMS Bhopal, Saket Nagar, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India,
Pin: 462 020 | Dr. Sanjeev Kumar | Wednesday
09:00 AM- 1:00 PM | 0755 290 2607 (O) |
| BIHAR | |||||
| 1 | AIIMS Patna | Room No. 11, Dept. of CFM, AIIMS Patna, Phulwari
Sharif, Patna, Bihar- 801505 | Dr. Pragya Kumar | Every Tuesday, Registration:
09:00 AM- 11:00 AM Vaccination: 10:00 AM- 12:30 PM | 0612-2451051 |
* Contact the centre before visiting vaccination centre.
Delhi:
• Airport Health Organization
• Armed Forces Clinic – Dalhousie Road, New Delhi
• Municipal Corporation of Delhi – Minto Road
• Dr. RML Hospital New Delhi
• International Inoculation Centre New Delhi – Mandir Marg
• Commandant Base Hospital Delhi – Kirby Place
Mumbai
• Airport Health Organization Mumbai
• Port Health Organization Mumbai (Ballard Estate)
• Station Health Organisation (Navy) – Colaba
• J J Hospital Byculla, Mumbai.
Information for JJ Hospital Byculla
Visit the OPD Department of the Hospital (Entry through Gate No. 6 of the Hospital)
From the Central Counter (It is right in the middle with many Windows (go to window no. 11). Even though it is not a room, it is Numbered as Room Nos. 11) take a Slip (for first time registration as an OPD patient) by showing your passport and Pay Rs. 10
Then go to Room No. 50 and request them for the Yellow Fever vaccination. They are very helpful and will guide your further.
Please note timings are from 9.30 to 12.30 only. You need to reach hospital before 12.00 to complete the process within the time.
Chennai
• King Institute of Preventive Medicine, Guindy
• Port Health Organization Chennai
• King Institute of Preventive Medicine and Research Guindy
Bangalore
• Public Health Institute Bengaluru, Seshadri Road
Hyderabad
• Institute of Preventive Medicine Hyderabad – Narayanaguda
Kolkata
• Port Health Organization Kolkata
• Airport Health Organization Kolkata
• All India Institute Of Hygiene & Public Health Kolkata
Cochin
• Port Health Organization Kerala
Ahmedabad
• Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation
Gandhinagar
• General Hospital Gandhinagar
Goa
• Urban Health Centre Goa, Panaji
• Port Health Organization Goa (Marmugao)
Jamnagar
• Guru Gobind Singh Govt. Hospital Jamnagar
Kandla
• Port Health Organization Gujarat
Kasauli
• Central Research Institute Himachal Pradesh
Lucknow
• Balrampur Hospital Lucknow – Gola Ganj
Porbandar
• Bhavsinhji General Hospital Porbandar
Visakhapatnam
• Port Health Organization Visakhapatnam
A word of advice: Yellow fever vaccines are good for 10 years after you take them. If you have safari plans for the future, we suggest you take the vaccine while the supplies are abundant. That way, no long waits and anxious lines when it comes to travel. With visa on arrival facilities available, you can simply hop on a plane and start your safari in no time.
Note: The information above is to the best of our knowledge. While we make all efforts to have accurate and reliable details updated here, it is recommended that you cross-check the information with the respective authorities before taking any decisions.
Notice!
The information above is to the best of our knowledge. While we make all efforts to have accurate and reliable details updated here, it is recommended that you cross-check the information with the respective authorities before taking any decisions.
Dr.N.N.ANGIRAS says
I had vaccination against yellow fever from IIC New Delhi on 10 March,2006. Now I again want to go to African Country Eritrea for job . Do I require vaccination again. If not can I submit the photocopy of that certificate as a proof as the original certificate was submit for visa in 2006.
Kindly guide.
Dr. N.N.Angiras
The Chalo Team says
Hello Dr Angiras,
The Yellow Fever Vaccination is valid for 10 years. Since you were vaccinated in 2006, your certificate would still be valid. However, since you don’t have the original certificate and only a photocopy, this can pose to be a problem. You may be stopped on your re-entry to India. We recommend that you get a new vaccination certificate before you leave for Eritrea. Fortunately, the vaccine is now easily available and you can get it at the above centres.
Hope this helped!
Dr Yeshwant Narayangiri Goswami says
What about the people above the age of 65 yrs who are being refused vaccinations in India? How can they travel to Kenya as Kenyan authorities will certainly stop them?
tanvi says
Hi Yeshwant, on what grounds are they being refused? In our experience, the medical officers usually check your health and then do give the vaccination even if you are a senior citizen.
Kashif says
Kenyan Authorities have no right to stop for yellow fever. You will be stopped on returning to India or to a non endemic contry. Even in India They will let you go after keeping you in Quarantine for 5 days.
Babli says
Kya prgancy me Bina yellow fevar vaccine lgye ja sakte hai
Salman says
Dear Dr.Angiras,
How much Yellow fever vaccine costs to you?
Salman
Ashish chotwani says
Yes sir,u do need to take vaccine again as the old one has already expired in 2016.it’s valid for 10 years.
Nagesh Dwivedi says
I need 3 yellow fever vaccine in my Nagpur there is one private center hospital charged 6000 and not available in Government Hospital .
Ravi Divedi says
Hope hospital is a recognised Yellow fever vaccination center and issues a yellow card as in the image above.
Anil Kumar says
I have submitted my passport in Brazilian Embassy.
Can I get yellow fever vaccination on the basis of scanned copy of passport and Itinerary.
Original vaccination certificate may be produced when I show you my original passport.
or any other possibility that you can suggest me so that I can travel to brazil within few days of my VISA receiving.
Hopefully I will get my visa at end of next week.and I wants to fly on 11th .
Any suggestion from your side will be highly appreciable.
Waiting for your response
Thanks in advance.
The Chalo Team says
Hi Anil, Unfortunately, a scanned copy of your passport will not do. You need your original passport when you go to the vaccination center. As a suggestion, you can request the Brazilian Embassy to issue your visa as soon as possible so that you can receive the vaccination in time for your travel.
akhilesh maury says
Please tell me is there any gov approved vaccination center in patna. If not which is nearest.
I have to travel on 1st of may, please also advise will there be any problem at immigration check counter in delhi because I am willing to get visa on arrival
The Chalo Team says
Kolkata or Lucknow will be the closest centres. (Please see the table above for full details). You need to get the vaccine at least 10 days before travel. Visa on arrival depends on which country you are travelling to. VoA in Kenya is usually quite straightforward.
KATHROTIA B. G. says
I WANT TO GO AT KENYA. I WAS GO THEIR BEFORE 8-9 YEAR THAT TIME I TAKE YELLOW FEVER VACCINE MY VACCINATION DATE IS 23/6/2005. NOW I AGAIN WANT TO GO THEIR I REQUIRED GET VACCINE AGAIN. I PLAN TO COME BACK BEFORE MARCH-2014. I PLAN TO GO THEIR BEFORE 25-NOV SO GIVE ME ANSWER FAST AS POSSIBLE.
The Chalo Team says
Hi Kathrotia B. G., The Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate becomes valid 10 days after vaccination and lasts for 10 years. So you do not need to get re-vaccinated if you plan to travel before June 2015. Please make sure you have your original vaccination certificate and not a photocopy.
Rahul says
I am working in Tata Consultancy Services. I was not told by Delhi Travel team to do this vaccination when I was in India. I came here in Chile on 18 Oct,13 via Amsterdam-Panama City. Now, please clarify do I have to do the vaccination here in Chile,before I return to India for vaccation,or it depends on the flight routes I take to India(Sou Paola,Beones aires,Doha,South africa etc). Please explain in detail. Thanks.
The Chalo Team says
Hi Rahul, You do not need the vaccination if you travelled only to Chile. Panama, on the other hand is a yellow fever endemic country and India requires the yellow fever vaccination certificate upon re-entry. Please see this document by the Ministry of Health, which states: “All the International travelers arriving in India within 6 days of departure from any yellow fever endemic country are required to possess (in original) a valid yellow fever certificate of vaccination or prophylaxis as per the model released by WHO from a Yellow fever vaccination centre designated by the country. ”
The full document can be accessed here.
Francis Sequeira says
My yellow fever vaccinationation certificate issued ten year ago by Mumbai PHO seamans medical health organization, expires early next year. Can I take a booster shot in an African country where I work and get a valid certificate for that effect?
The Chalo Team says
Hi Francis, While there have been reports that a booster shot is no longer necessary (according to WHO), we still recommend getting your certificate renewed before re-entering India. You can this done from any country issuing a valid international vaccination certificate of yellow fever. Just ensure that there is at least a 10-day gap between renewing the certificate and re-entering India.
Reeth Oberoi says
Hello. I’m taking the YF vaccination on 20th November before travelling to London for 4 days and then onto Brazil on 25th returning on 4th Dec. Will that be ok at the immigration since my return dates are after 10 days of taking the vaccination?
The Chalo Team says
Hi Reeth, yes, that will be fine at immigration in India. Have a good trip!
Arun Kumar says
Hello, I am leaving for Brazil on 23rd November and reach on 24th November, 2013. In Brazil, I will be only visiting to Campinas, Sao Paulo for some conference. I will return to India on 3rd December, 2013. Do I need a Yellow fever vaccination while returning to India. I have not take vaccination yet. When should I take it? Will it be valid if I take it on 21st November in Delhi?
Please reply as soon as possible.
Thanks.
Arun
The Chalo Team says
Hi Arun, You will need to take the yellow fever vaccination before returning to India or else you may be stopped by immigration. The Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate becomes valid only 10 days after vaccination, so please ensure you take it as soon as possible.
krish says
Dear sir,
I need yellow fever vaccine, is there any WHO authorized center in vijayawada
The Chalo Team says
Hi Krish, Unfortunately not. Chennai or Visakhapatnam would be your closest centres: PHO, Chennai Monday & Wednesday 044-25260038 (O) 044-25243939 (O) OR PHO, Visakhapatnam Monday & Thursday 10 AM – 01:30 PM* 0891-2562681 (O) 0891-2562681
Krishna says
Hi,
Since Vijayawada is major city of Andhra Pradesh now, is there any authorized center in Vijayawada for Yellow fever vaccination ??
When i searched on net. i found some hospital names but do not know if they are authorized and can issue vaccination card.
Thank you.
Regards,
Krishna
Chalo Africa says
Hi Krishna,
According to the data we have (Nov 15, 2015), there is no center in Vijayawada according to the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare. It’s best you call and check whether they issue the certificates.
Arshad Javed says
I have to go Equatorial Guinea (India to Equatorial G) do I need Yellow fever Vaccination?
OR any other vaccination?
Please advice here and via email.
Thank you in advance.
The Chalo Team says
Hi Arshad, You will need a Yellow Fever Vaccination if you are travelling to Equatorial Guinea from India. Please see the list of YF endemic countries as amended by WHO. The Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, follows this list. As to other vaccinations, please contact the concerned embassy before departure.
Surendra says
I want take yellow fever vaccine but where is center in mumbai or benglore i dont know can u help me. . . .
The Chalo Team says
Hi Surendra, PHO, MUMBAI Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday &
Friday 10 AM – 02:30 PM 022-22020027(O) 022-22612256 | OR | Public Health Institute, Sheshadri Road, BENGALURU Wednesday 10:30 AM – 12:00 080-22210248 080-22213824
dilvar singh says
hello sir i got a work permit to cameroon country i want to ask is it i need for ywllow fever vaccine and malyria injection to come to cameroon country . and what are the reuirements need to get yellow vaccine. and if i get ywllo vaccine today then next yellow fever vaccine when i have to took again . pls reply as soon as possible
The Chalo Team says
Hi Dilvar, Congratulations on your job! Yes, you need to be vaccinated against Yellow Fever before entering Cameroon. The YF certificate will be valid for 10 years after you receive the vaccination. For malaria, please check with the embassy.
murali krishna says
Respected Sir,
My name is murali krishna , I have vaccinated for yellow fever on 31st, December, 2012 in Visakhapatnam and went to Tanzania in February, 2013 ). Now i am in tanzania while my employer applied for the work permit to me, they have misplaced by yellow fever certificate . I have again vaccinated in Tanzania and got the certificate, but it has validity upto 6 months January-2014 and they told that once i reach to india, i can get stamped again on my new yellow fever certificate then its validity stands for 10 years. I made arrangements to come to india (Visakhapatnam) on 29th December,2013.
my request is:
1. WHERE TO GET STAMPED ON MY YELLOW FEVER CERTIFICATE? while going back to tanzania after my leave vacation of 1 month
2. or CAN I GET A DUPLICATE CERTIFICATE if wht is the procedure to get the duplicate certificate. Please give me your valuable suggesion to solve my problem
I will be very thankful to ur suggestion
thanking u sir
The Chalo Team says
Hi Murali. It would be best if you contact the Yellow Fever vaccination center in Visakhapatnam directly: PHO, Visakhapatnam Monday & Thursday 10 AM – 01:30 PM* 0891-2562681 (O)
0891-2562681
anuja says
Hi , My parents are travelling to south Africa through Kenya, they are supposed to fly on 17th Dec 2013, are they required to be vaccinated for yellow fever, if yes, can you please let us know where in mumbai they can get the same done and get certificate , they stay at ambernath and are old .Further if not required is there any document they should carry to get exemption as they are travelling alone and are elderly.Desperately awaiting your reply.Thanks for your help in advance
The Chalo Team says
Hi Anuja, it is recommended to get the YF vaccination even if you are transiting through a yellow fever endemic country. However, since you say your parents are elderly, they can get a medical waiver (Travellers over the age of 60 years). From http://doh.gov.za/: Individuals who, for medical reasons should not have a yellow fever vaccine, should be in possession of a letter from their travel physician. The waiver letter should state that the yellow fever vaccine is contra-indicated in the traveller based on medical grounds. The waiver
letter should be written on the letterhead stationery of the clinic and contain the signature of the physician and stamp used to validate the International Certificate of Vaccination. In Mumbai, APHO, Mumbai Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday &
Friday Registration: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM Vaccination timings:
12:00 – 02:00 PM 022-28392302 (O) 022-28322353 (O) OR PHO, Mumbai Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 10 AM – 02:30 PM 022-22020027(O) 022-22612256.
Atul says
Hi, I am planning to travel to Brazil in mid Jan’14 for one week. Can I take the yellow vaccination in this week. Does it require visa at this moment. I have not applied yet. Can you please help us to get the centres in Pune.
Thanks
Atul
The Chalo Team says
Hi Atul, You should get your vaccination at least 10 days before your departure. You need to carry your passport and confirmed air tickets. According to the Ministry of Health Advisory, the nearest govt. approved vaccination centre is Mumbai. There were reports that a new centre would be opened at B J Medical College, Pune, soon. Please call and confirm.
Sanjay Samaddar says
Sir, I am travelling to South Africa( Johanessburg ) via Addis Ababa in Ethiopia. My jalt at Addis Ababa is only for a few hours and I shall not be eexitting the airport premises during that time. Do I need to take yellow fever vaccination? Kindly clarify.
The Chalo Team says
Hi Sanjay, the general rule is that if you do not cross immigration in YF endemic country, you do not need the vaccination. However, we recommend that you contact SA Tourism to confirm before departure.
Arun says
Sir
I got yellow fever vaccine from Famili clinic and vaccination centre Bharuch Gujarat. Please advice if the certificate issued by them is approved. Our office in congo have refused to issue invitation letter stating that the vaccination should be done at government approved cenres only
The Chalo Team says
Hi Arun, Please see the list of government approved vaccination centres at the end of this document: https://www.chaloafrica.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/yellow-fever-advisory-for-passengers-returning-to-india.pdf. Only certificates issued by these centres are accepted internationally.
Mahmood says
Hi
I am traveling to Botswana. I am traveling thru Kenya with 4 hr stay at airport. Do I need YF vaccination to travel to Botswana. I am coming back in nov 2014, for that I can get YF vaccine any time???
The Chalo Team says
Hi Mahmood, you will not need the YF vaccination certificate if you do not cross immigration in Kenya. If you do cross immigration, the certificate will be required.
PRATUL ARORA says
Hi, I got my Yellow Fever Vaccination from International Travel Health & Vaccine Clinic, Address 101, Atlantic Plaza, Plaza Market, Vasundhara Enclave, (Near Mayur Vihar) on 15th Jan 2014. I have also been issued a Certificate for the same.
Is this certificate valid for Travel to Lagos, Nigeria. I am suppose to travel with in 10 days.
The Chalo Team says
Hi Pratul, Please see the list of government approved vaccination centres at the end of this document. Only certificates issued by these govt approved centres are accepted internationally.
kumar vasnani says
Please advise private health center to vaccinate yellow fever and other vaccination in New Delhi for travel to Nigeria soon
The Chalo Team says
Hi Kumar, we recommend Dr Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital. Please check the end of this document for a full list of government approved vaccination centres in Delhi.
Vikas Khattri says
Hi, I want to get Yellow Fever vaccination in Delhi/Lucknow. Is it readily available? And how can I get the same at the earliest? Do I have to enroll for some waitlist? Please clarify because I intend to travel to Nigeria.
The Chalo Team says
Hi Vikas, we recommend Dr Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital for the vaccination in Delhi. The vaccine is currently available. There is no waiting list as such; however, a queue forms early morning at the centre, and the vaccine is given first-cum-first-served to the first ~100 people every morning. You are required to bring your original passport and your international travel tickets. It is also recommended to have Rs 300 in change (cost of vaccination at govt. institutes). Please check the end of this document for a full list of government approved vaccination centres in Delhi.
Sapna says
Hello,
I am travelling to Buenos Aries, Argentina to join a passenger vessel. I will be sailing on the ship to USA. Will be returning to India via Europe after 6 months. Do I need to take a YF vaccination ?
Thanks & regards,
Sapna
The Chalo Team says
Hi Sapna, Yes, you do need YF vaccination if you are travelling to Argentina. The US port authorities will most likely check for a valid international YF certificate before allowing you entry.
Amit Arora says
Hi,
We have a group of 35 passengers travelling to Kenya from south India from below cities on 1st March 2010 and just request you to advise if they can get the yellow fever vaccination done in their own cities :
What all documents they have to carry while going for the vaccination?
Visakhapatnam
Hyderabad
Bangalore
Mangalore
Cochin
Thrissur
Calicut
Kanoor
Trivandrum
Chennai
Madurai
Coimbatore
Thanks
Amit
The Chalo Team says
Hi Amit, Please see the list of government approved vaccination centres at the end of this document: https://www.chaloafrica.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/yellow-fever-advisory-for-passengers-returning-to-india.pdf. Only certificates issued by these centres are accepted internationally.
Amit Arora says
Also if you could advise if a polio oral drop also has become mandatory to travel to Kenya or South Africa
The Chalo Team says
Polio drops have become mandatory for travel to Kenya. We will be posting an update shortly.
Ashish says
Vaccination days for IAC, Delhi are wednesday and friday not monday. Pls update it, I had to face a lot of inconvenience because of this wrong information.
The Chalo Team says
Apologies. We got the information from the Ministry of Health website. We’ve updated it now. Thank you!
Darren says
HI I took my yellow fever vaccination in October 2004 and i will be leaving for Tanzania on the 27th of this month and will be coming back in may . so i just wanted to know if that yellow fever is still valid as this is the last year for it to expire . please let me know if i have to take the vaccination again .
The Chalo Team says
It is valid for 10 years from October 2004, so you should be fine.
Satish says
Hi Team,
I have got vaccinated with yellow fever vaccination in June 2010 and vaccination certicate has passport referece which was expired in 2012. I have new passport and planning to travel to Botswana VIA Kenya(But its in transit only) on 27th Feb 2014, is it fine if i carry my old passport along with the yellow fever vaccination certificate…or still i need to get vaccinated..Pls advice..
And one more thing do we still need to get yellow fever vaccinated even if u transit through kenya to botswana.
Deepak says
Hi chalo team,
Please let me know whether yellow fever vaccination centre is available at Pune? I heard that department of preventive and social medicine of B J Medical colleges has started this. Is it true? Please can you confirm?
Thanks…
The Chalo Team says
Hi Deepak, this hasn’t been confirmed on the website of the Ministry of Health. If you have more updates on this, please let us know.
ritutiwari says
HI CHALO TEAM MY BOTH KIDS ARE UNDER THE AGE OF 10 IS IT TO SAFE PERIOD FOR VACCINATION NO OTHER PROBLEM V INVITED
The Chalo Team says
It is safe and compulsory if your children are travelling to a YF endemic country. There may be mild side-effects but it is safe.
Aamair says
Hi Chaoafrica team,
Can you please suggest whether there is any centre in Srinagar (J&K) where we can get yellow fever vaccination. Also is it compulsory for infant (less than 2 years) to have yellow fever vaccination
The Chalo Team says
There is no government authorized centre in Srinagar. Infants above the age of 6 months must receive the vaccination.
shermin karim says
Hello, I am a breastfeeding motger of a 3 month old child I will be travelling to krnys next month..I was vaccinated for yellow fever in 2002..now it hss expired. I have heard this vaccine is not advisable for infants as well as mothers breastfeeding. .please advice what I need to do to travel abroad without any issues from health authority at airport here and in kenya.
Thank you
The Chalo Team says
According to WHO, the vaccine should be avoided during breast-feeding. To avoid complications at the airport, it is best to get a signed letter stating the same from a government authorized vaccination centre.
saakshi s says
Hello Shermin Karim and chalo team,
I too have the same question. i am a breastfeeding mom from india of a 3 month infant and travelling to kenya for 8 days. please advice about any issues from health authority or immigration at both india and kenya.
please share your experience
also were you able to get exempt letter and from whom?
thanks !
Abhhey A. Bhisey says
I called the Vaccination centre at Mumbai airport yesterday and the person informed me that the charges for the vaccination will be Rs. 2,300 each. Is it true ? Have the charges gone up ? Or these people taking me for a ride ?
The Chalo Team says
That is definitely not the official charge of the vaccine. The usual price is Rs 300 at govt-authorized centres.
Srinivasulu says
Dear Sir, I am currently working at Tanzania and planning to bring my wife and 9 month old daughter. I have heard that VFV can be given 9 month old baby, but I checked with RML hospital, the refused to provide YFV for my baby. They suggested to come after baby became one year. Is it possible for me to bring my wife and daughter without YFV? will Delhi airport immigration officers will allow us to travel Tanzania? still my wife feeding my baby, does she can also travel without YFV?
Kindly suggest me.
Srini
The Chalo Team says
It’s not recommended to give the YFV to children below the age of 6 months. If RML refuses to give the vaccine, they should state so in a signed and stamped letter.
Pradeep says
Hi
I am going to kenya and recently got yellow fever vaccination in April 2014. I am travelling in end of May 2014. I have got vaccinated in SMS hospital Immunization center in Jaipur rajasthan. They have put the seal at two places in yellow book “Incharge Immunization Clinic, S.P.M.C.H.I, SMS medical college Jaipur, do this certificate is valid, because SMS medical college is not mentioned in your list, do I required to get vaccination again from above listed centers, please advise
The Chalo Team says
There are private clinics that dispense the vaccine. However, we always recommend a government authorized center. Please contact one of the centers to make sure that your vaccination certificate is valid.
Chandra says
Is there is yellow fever vaccination center in Pune? I am travelling to South Africa and Kenya in August 2014
The Chalo Team says
There is no govt approved vaccination center in Pune. Soon to come: http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/pune/Yellow-fever-vaccination-centre-to-come-up-in-Aundh/articleshow/33678609.cms
Babu Ramachandran says
Hi Team Chalo Africa,
I have a collegue here in Kenya who wasn’t informed about YFV before he traveled here. Now he is in Kenya without vaccine. I’m sure he will be getting stopped when he returns. What can he possibly do to get out of airport while coming back..?
The Chalo Team says
He should get the vaccination in Kenya with the certificate, preferably 10 days before he returns to India.
DK says
Hi,
I came back from zambia last week. I am feeling very dizzy and it’s like a vertigo. There is slight head ache also. Is there a possibility of these being symptoms of YF?
I stay in Nasik, near Mumbai. Where can I get it tested
?
I did take vaccination before going…
The Chalo Team says
Hi DK, If you’ve received the YF vaccine, you most probably are not suffering from yellow fever. However, please consult your local general physician. He should be able to advise you better.
amit says
Hi,
Is Travel Safe, Noida is authorized to issue yellow fever vaccination certificate.
The Chalo Team says
Hi Amit, Chalo Africa only recommends government authorized YF centres (as mentioned in the list above). However, please read the comment left below by Dr Gaurav Gupta, MD of TravelSafe Clinics, to know more about TravelSafe accreditations.
At the same time, we did notice this caution on the FAQs page of TravelSafe website: “Q: How can I be sure that the vaccination taken from you would be accepted by my embassy / immigration etc.?”
“A: We have been providing Yellow Fever Vaccine since 2005, and thousands of clients have successfully taken the vaccination and traveled to different countries. In fact, a lot of our present business is by word of mouth publicity from past vaccine takers. However, we do NOT guarantee that you will not face any problems at embassy / immigration, since we are unable to interact with these authorities. Our certificates are displayed on our website, and we would be happy to show you the originals, if asked nicely :)”
Hence, Chalo Africa recommend only government authorized centres.
Gaurav Gupta says
This is a wonderful source of accurate information regarding Yellow Fever vaccination. I really enjoyed reading the post & the comments.
TravelSafe Clinic has 3 branches at present in NOIDA, Chembur in Mumbai & Mohali at Chandigarh.
We are an ISO certified ISTM approved travel health specialist group of doctors. We are approved by Sanofi Pasteur, the manufacturers of Yellow Fever Vaccine – STAMARIL – the only French vaccine brand available in private sector in India. The International certificate of vaccination is directly sourced from WHO and is as per IHR 2005 guidelines. We have been providing Yellow Fever Vaccinations (& other travel vaccines & travel health information) since 2005 and have provided more than 10,000 doses without any problems to any traveler to African & South American countries.
While government centers are certainly cheaper, the hassle of standing in lines, and generally rude staff and use of a chinese / russian generic medicine that is used to inject 5 – 10 people from a single vial are some of the reasons thousands of people have come to our centers in these 3 locations,
Regards
Dr Gupta, MD
TravelSafe Clinics, India
http://www.travelsafeclinic.com
Anki Jain says
Hi I will be delivering my first child in July 2014. My husband lives in Tanzania
I am here in India for the delivery. I want to know whether I can travel with an infant child below the age of 6 months. Is yellow fever certificate required for an infant.
The Chalo Team says
Hi Anki, Congratulations on your first child! Infants below the age of six months are exempt from the yellow fever vaccination. Please check with your doctor whether you can travel with your child.
monish says
Dear Chalo Team
My friends have taken the shots at manipal hospital Bangalore in 2012 and now are travelling again
to kenya is this valid, if not can the shot be retaken at PHI and is this harmful to take again
Monish
The Chalo Team says
Hi Monish, we don’t recommend taking the shots again. Please check with your doctor whether this is safe. We recommend government issued certificates. However, there have been instances where privately issued certificates have been accepted by immigration officials.
Siva Kumar says
Hi,
I am planning a three-week trip to Brazil from Jun 25th. I wanted to know if while returning it will be ok with Indian immigration if I take the vaccine a couple of days (4-5 days) before my departure to Brazil, that is on June 20/21? Most travel bulletins suggest the vaccination be taken 10 days before departure. That, I suppose, is because the vaccine takes effect after 10 days. Will there be any problem at the immigration counter while returning to India if I take the vaccination a couple of days before departure and if the date of return is more than 10 days after I take the vaccination?
The Chalo Team says
Hi Siva, While you shouldn’t have a problem with Indian immigration, it is still advisable to take the vaccine 10 days before entering a YF endemic country.
Rajveer says
Hi Team
I have never travelled to any country infected with Yellow Fever. I shall be flying from India to Kenya via DOHA , which too is a un-infected country. Kindly confirm if I still need the Yellow Fever Vaccination done and a certificate issued or can I omit it. Will I have any legal troubles in Kenya or on returning to India.
Regards
The Chalo Team says
Hi Rajveer, Kenya is a YF endemic country according to WHO and the Indian govt. You need both the YF vaccination certificate and polio vaccination certificate before travelling to Kenya.
Janhavi says
Hi, there are places in Pune to get yellow fever vaccinations but they aren’t mentioned in your list of centres. Can i still get it from those clinics?
If not can you tell me the closest vaccination centre in Pune?
The Chalo Team says
Hi Janhavi, The list above is of govt-approved centres. Private clinics also give the vaccine, however there is no guarantee that these certificates will held valid by immigration officials. According to the Ministry of Health Advisory, the nearest govt. approved vaccination centre is Mumbai. There were reports that a new centre would be opened at B J Medical College, Pune, soon. Please call and confirm.
seshank says
Date of journey to Tanzania from India on 20th, I have only 3 days time(In Hyderabad vaccination given only on Tuesday 17 and Friday 20), This is urgent conference I need to attend on 21st there so there is only 3 days left, please advise how to go???????
The Chalo Team says
Hi Seshank, You need to get the vaccination at least 10 days before travelling for the vaccine to take effect. If you take the vaccine asap and return to India after 10 days, there is a chance Indian immigration officials will not bother you. However, there is no guarantee.
Carlos de Souza says
Are yellow fever vaccination certificates issued by Travel Safe Clinic, Chembur ACCEPTED by passport authorities at Mumbai International Airport after returning from Peru and Bolivia ?
An early reply would be much appreciated. Thank you.
The Chalo Team says
Hi Carlos, Chalo Africa only recommends government authorized YF centres (as mentioned in the list above). However, please read the comment left below by Dr Gaurav Gupta, MD of TravelSafe Clinics, to know more about TravelSafe accreditations.
At the same time, we did notice this caution on the FAQs page of TravelSafe website: “Q: How can I be sure that the vaccination taken from you would be accepted by my embassy / immigration etc.?”
“A: We have been providing Yellow Fever Vaccine since 2005, and thousands of clients have successfully taken the vaccination and traveled to different countries. In fact, a lot of our present business is by word of mouth publicity from past vaccine takers. However, we do NOT guarantee that you will not face any problems at embassy / immigration, since we are unable to interact with these authorities. Our certificates are displayed on our website, and we would be happy to show you the originals, if asked nicely :)”
Hence, Chalo Africa recommend only government authorized centres.
Sumit Madaan says
I am a seafarer and I took my yellow fever vaccine in March 2005 and will be valid till March 2015. i will be joining ship by August this year for next 8 months. Can i take this vaccine now only to keep my certificate valid. as i will not be able to sail after March 2015 without valid certificate. Immediate reply will be highly appreciated.
The Chalo Team says
Hi Sumit, Yes, it is recommended you take the vaccination now.
Sumit Madaan says
Thanks for the reply.
sir, is it safe to take vaccine before completion of 10 years span. wont it have any side effects?
Is it necessary to inform doctor about my previous yellow fever vaccination and brand & batch no. of the previous vaccine.
The Chalo Team says
Hi Sumit, According to WHO “A single dose of yellow fever vaccine is sufficient to confer sustained immunity and life-long protection against yellow fever disease and a booster dose of yellow fever vaccine is not needed.” However, the Indian Ministry of Health still recommends revaccination every ten years. Generally, the dangers associated with being revaccinated are much lower than the first time you were vaccinated. If you get vaccinated before the completion of the ten year period, your certificate will be valid immediately for 10 years. If you get vaccinated after the completion of 10 years, you will have to wait 10 days before your certificate becomes valid. The certificate itself will carry information regarding vaccination date, manufacturer and batch number. Nonetheless, we still recomend that you verify with your doctor or with the doctor at the vaccination center that this is safe.
Surajit Borkotokey says
Dear all,
I am from Dibrugarh Assam…I am going to Sao Paulo…I am told that I can get the vaccine in Dibrugarh Assam Medical College also…with a certificate from the Joint Director of State Health Department…However I am not sure whether this will be valid or this is an arrangement only during the World cup? I am going to China next Wednesday and will be back to India on 17th July. Immediately after that on 23rd I have to fly to Brazil…So the ten day requirement can not be met after my coming back from China…so I need to act within 2/3 days…Please suggest…
The Chalo Team says
Hi Surajit, Firstly, lucky you – World Cup! If the government authorities have attested your certificate, it should be valid. However, please make sure it looks like the international certificate in the picture above. Otherwise there may be problems at immigration. You should get the vaccination in the next few days.
Tarundeep says
Hello Chalo Team,
I am due to travel Kenya in July and for getting Visa I have been recommended to get Yellow Fever vaccination & its certificate. I will get it from nearest center in Kasauli HP. However I have been also recommended to get OPV ( oral Polio Vaccine and its certificate) Can you please guide which centers around Punjab are authorized for OPV and will issue me a certificate?
Many Thanks! Tarundeep
The Chalo Team says
Hi Tarundeep, Your District Immunization Officer will issue the OPV certificate. Please check your state governments website for exact details on where your district center is located. We have a new post regarding polio requirements on our website: https://www.chaloafrica.com/oral-polio-vaccination-opv-requirements-from-india/
Sagar says
Hello Team, Appreciate the effort you take in answering all the queries. I am Travelling to Kenya on 3rd of August, Currently in work location, will reach Home (Mumbai) only after 24th July. There is exact 10 days for the YFV before departure. Also I am seeing the query regarding Polio vaccine?
Do I need to carry the certificates for the Polio vaccine too? Kindly Advise. Thanks in Advance.
The Chalo Team says
Hi Sagar, Thanks for visiting our website. You should urgently get the YF vaccination certificate. Please read our post on polio vaccination requirements here: https://www.chaloafrica.com/oral-polio-vaccination-opv-requirements-from-india/
omerfarooq says
plz correct code number of kandla its 02836 not 02839
The Chalo Team says
Thanks!
indrajeet mulik says
I have a yellow fever and polio vaccination certificate from igmedical college and civil hospital nagpur i am travelling to kenya on 17 aug do i need another certificate from any other centre
The Chalo Team says
Hi Indrajeet – IG Medical College is not on the list approved by the Ministry of Health & Welfare. However if the certificate looks like the certificate in the image above and it is a government institute, you should be fine.
Ankita says
I have a flight to catch to Colombia via Paris from India. My yellow fever vaccination is 6 days old. Will I be allowed to board the flight?
The Chalo Team says
Hi Ankita,
We hope you’ve been able to board your flight. We are not aware of Columbia’s procedures. However usually it is the Indian immigration officials on your return who are more careful to ensure that 10 days have passed.
MM Majumdar says
Hi
I am planning to travel Brazil from London on 17th Aug. I would be taking Yellow Fever vaccination on 14th. I am scheduled to come back to London on 24th and fly to India on 25th. I have 2 questions.
Is the YF vaccination certificate issued in London is valid for India and would qualify for me to enter India
As I would fall in the clause of visiting YF country in the last 6 days, should I take any any additional care while entering India or should I postpone my visit.
Regards
MM
The Chalo Team says
Hi MM,
1. A valid international vaccination certificate of yellow fever issued anywhere in the world would be accepted in India.
2. It is recommended that you take the vaccination 10 days before your arrival in a YF endemic country. However, Indian immigration officials will most likely check that your YF vaccination was issued at least 10 days prior to your arrival in India, which in your case is true.
Ketan Shah says
Sir, I am staying at Nasik & have to leave for Uganda on 2nd Sept. I have got appointment letter but not received ticket yet which be sent by net later. As i have passport — 1) Can i get YF vaccination at airport? Is it possible to book the slot so that visit there is not futile? 2) Is there any other private/govt. center in Mumbai which can provide YF vaccination?
The Chalo Team says
Hi Ketan, Hope you managed to get the vaccination successfully.
Mr. Sam d'shaw says
Hello the Chalo team, I need a yellow fever vaccine.. What is address to get same in mumbai is it the pho office in colaba, mandlik road or seaman medical examination centre in ballard estate.. Thank you
The Chalo Team says
Hi Mr D’Shaw, These are the addresses available to us – Health Office, Mumbai Airport and Port Health Organization, Seamens Medical Examination Organization, Nav Bhawan. Request you to call and find out the exact addresses.
Manish Khandelwal says
I have taken Yellow Fever vaccine at Dr. Hiranandani Hospital Mumbai. The Pediatric doctor at the centre has given a certificate on his letter head certifying that I have been administered the yellow fever vaccine.
I want to know if this certificate would be accepted by the immigration authority.
I am travelling on 6th September to Kenya and I would not have time to visit the APHO as I am travelling to Paris next week.
The Chalo Team says
Hi Manish, Most countries, including Kenya, require the international vaccination certificate for yellow fever — not a letter by a doctor. However, it depends on the immigration officials both in Kenya and on your return in India whether they accept the letter.
Priyanka says
Hi Manish,
Just curious to know, did you have any issue because you had taken the yellow fever vaccine from a private hospital? There is only one day for administering the vaccine in govt institute, which becomes a bit inconvenient, hence your response will be greatly appreciated.
Aqueel Parvez says
I have return ticket from date 8 sep-2014 to 30 july 2015. Can i go to Kenya. Please reply to me.
The Chalo Team says
HI Aqueel, if you have the YF vaccine, of course you can.
Rahul says
Hi,
I am traveling to Kenya for 2 days and i got YFV recently. It would be 5 days to YFV while i return from Kenya. Would there be any problem on departure or arrival to India.
The Chalo Team says
Hi Rahul, Apologies for the late reply. Did you face any trouble?
The Wanderer says
My own experience in Mumbai was disappointing and tough. Maybe you will find it a useful experience to share with your readers…
http://www.sid-thewanderer.com/2014/11/yellow-fever-vaccination-mumbai-how-to.html
The Chalo Team says
Thanks for sharing! Making it a link here: Yellow Fever Vaccination Mumbai – How To
B.K.DATTA says
My Wife (59) & I (63) are planning to visit our daughter, who is pregnant now, and employed with a bank in Uganda. Our stay overseas might even exceed 6 months, or until child birth.
Our queries are:-
a) Is Yellow Fever mandatory, at our respective ages? Both of us are not in very good physical state, although not afflicted with any chronic disease.
b) If yes, what are the risks involved? (My wife is more concerned about my welfare rather than her own)
c) If a/waiver is at all possible, which authority will grant us the necessary exemption certificate?
We await your valued response, at the earlest.
Thanking you,
Sincerely,
B.K.Datta
The Chalo Team says
Hi Mr Datta, apologies for the late reply. Did you end up getting an exemption certificate?
Ali Abbas says
Do I need to carry tickets aswell? I dont have the tickets with me as I would be traveling to Tanzania in Jan 2015. Can I still get vaccinated?
The Chalo Team says
Hi Ali, Yes, you do need your ticket in most centers.
Sanjeet Chaudhary says
I am travelling to Abu Dhabi by this Monday .my yellow fever vaccination is
Valid upto March 2015 .I am coming back to India in May 2015
Is there any problem made by any officials or authority when I ‘ll
Be back as I know vaccination centre provides doses only Monday to
Friday what I have to do if it is necessary.. please tell me in details
The Chalo Team says
Hi Sanjeet, It may be a problem when you return to India. It is recommended that you get another dose YF vaccination in Abu Dhabi to extend the validity of your certificate.
Tina says
Do we need to be vaccinated for travelling to Abu Dhabi?
tanvi says
No.
Lucky says
HI,
I am travelling from Mumbai to Nairobi on 7th December. I was told that I can get Yellow Fever Vaccination from government hospital and so I got vaccinated from JP Hospital, Bhopal. The certificate is in the format given above and bears the seal of the District Medical Officer. Please confirm if the certificate will be acceptable to airport authorities. I already have company’s letter of invitation with me.
The Chalo Team says
Hi Lucky, It should be fine if it is a government authorized certificate.
anu says
Hi Good Day,
I am from Trinidad and have gotten my yellow fever shot when i was younger, however I lost my immunization card so then took a yellow fever reactivation shot because I wanted to travel to India. Do i still need to wait that ten day period before i travel?
The Chalo Team says
Hi Anu, yes, you will have to wait for the ten day period as the Indian immigration officials will be checking that. If you cannot prove that you got the YFV younger, they will only be going by the new certificate.
syed asher abrar says
Hi. I would like ask that, I got my yellow fever vaccination done on 19th december, 2014 and I will be leaving for Rwanda on 23rd december, 2014. Will I be allowed entry in Rwanda as I will be entering Rwanda before 10 days.
p.s. I will be returning India in a month time i. e somewhere around 22nd-23rd January.
The Chalo Team says
Hi Syed, you most likely will be allowed back into India as a month has passed. It is all dependent on how diligent the immigration official is.
sachin says
Hi, can you let me know the address of polio vaccination centers in bangalore , as am traveling to Nigeria next month
The Chalo Team says
Hi Sachin, Please check our posts on Polio Requirements here.
Harry says
Hi, I live in India and plan on visiting kenya in a few months and had received yellow fever vaccination and certificate in 1996 which expired in 2006. Do I need to take a booster shot since WHO has said in need the news that a booster shot is no longer needed for travel?.
The Chalo Team says
Hi Harry, If you plan to return to India you will need to take the YFV and get a new certificate issued. In spite of the WHO recommendations, the Indian Ministry of Health still requires you to take the shot.
mythily says
Hi, I am planning to travel to Kenya by March. My baby is 7 month old and is breastfed. Is it necessary for both of us to be vaccinated, as I read in one of the posts YFV is not recommended for breastfed babies and moms. Waiting for your reply at the earliest.
The Chalo Team says
Hi Mythily, Request you to contact one of the government-approved centers above to see whether they can issue an exemption certificate for your baby and you. Try RML Hospital in Delhi or one of the centers in your city.
saakshi s says
Hello Mythily and chalo team,
I too have the similar question. i am a breastfeeding mom from india of a 3 month infant and travelling to kenya for 8 days. please advice about any issues from health authority or immigration at both india and kenya.
please share your experience
also were you able to get exempt letter and from whom?
thanks !
ahmed says
Hi team. I wanted to ask that my yellow fever certificate issued in 2013 has reference number of my expired passport. Now I am going to zambia on new passport, so wheather my yellow fever certificate will be valid or not? Or I have to obtain a new Yellow fever certificate having new passport number.
Kindly reply soon.
The Chalo Team says
Hi Ahmed, if you are carrying your old passport you should not have a problem. The YF certificate will be valid.
Sunil says
Hi, I got my yellow fever vaccination done in Jan 2009, in Dubai. in the card it is written valid for 6 years. Whereas i understand that usually the certificate is valid for 10 years. Do i need to get a vaccination again if in intend to travel to Africa?
Thank you.
The Chalo Team says
Hi Sunil, The vaccination in India is usually for 10 years. If your card says 6 years and it has expired, you will need to take it again for immigration officials to permit re-entry into India.
John Varghese says
Hi,
My wife was born in Nigeria and lived here for 6 years but she does not have a yellow fever card even though she has been vaccinated. Now she wants to visit me in Nigeria but she is pregnant. According to my knowledge which i gathered from the internet that pregnant ladies have a exemption to yellow fever provided they carry a valid medical certificate . Is this true and where could i get more information regarding the same.She is fit to travel. Will i face any issue when we return to India.Please help me with this information.
The Chalo Team says
Hi John, We request you to contact one of the government approved centres above for more details. They are the ones who can issue an exemption letter as well.
jaikishan says
Hi,I am travelling to Africa in 1st week of April 2015, can I get yf vaccination in jaipur as on Web search jk loan hospital does vaccination.
Pls help
Jaikishan
The Chalo Team says
Hi Jaikishan, there are private clinics/hospitals that dispense the YF vaccine, however, the certificates issued by these centres are not always accepted by immigration officials. Please check and confirm both with the private hospital and one of the government authorized centres mentioned above.
sankaranarayanan says
Sir,
Is there any centre in Mangalore
The Chalo Team says
All govternment authorized centers are listed above.
Yuvraj Gohil says
Hi,
I live in India and plan on visiting Tanzania in next month and had received yellow fever vaccination and certificate in 2012. Do I need to take again.
The Chalo Team says
YFV certificate lasts for 10 years, so no.
Madhukar says
Hi, I will be travelling in following sequence from July toSeptember, 2015: India – UK – Denmark – Sweden – Norway – Germany – UK (again) – USA – Brazil (for one week) – USA (again) – India.
My query: Do I need Yellow Fever Vaccination before entering to USA from Brazil or it’s needed only before entering India.
Vasu Gupta says
Hi
My passport has been deposited in Nigerian embassy for Visa formalities. Can i still go for yellow fever vaccination with a photocopy/scan copy of my passport?
I have very little time left for the travel.
Pl advise. Would be great if you can email reply on vasugupta1010@gmail.com as well
Thanks
The Chalo Team says
Hi Vasu, You need your passport. Can you let us know what you did?
Sukriti says
Is any vaccination centre available in Rajasthan
The Chalo Team says
Hi Sukriti, there are private clinics which do the vaccination. However, since they are not listed on the Ministry of Health and Welfare website, we can’t say whether they will be accepted by the immigration officials.
Ram says
Hi chalo africa, congrats for your commendable job.
My queries are as follows:
(1)Is a confirmed air ticket(along with orig passport), a must requisite to issue YFV Certificate in the above Internationally recog centres u mentioned above.
(2)Does International Health Insurance/Travel Insurance/Overseas meclaim policy mean the same.
Now in a couple of months or so i will b going to brazil. Pl advise me as to when to hav my YFV. I believe in having it well in advance to hav a hassle free journey. Also pl mention some of the reputed Health Insurance co.s where I can get my policy. Note that Brazil visa demands International Health Insurance valid in Brazil. Eagerly awaiting ur valuable advise.
Truely yours
Ram
Mathew says
Hi Team,
I’m visiting Kenya for 4 days from Mumbai and will be heading to Dubai for 3 days. I know it’s mandatory to have a valid YFV Certificate while returning to India, but is it the same case with Dubai? What documentation should I need to carry with me or is there any other vaccinations other than YFV that is mandatory to enter Dubai ?
Also kindly let me know if any other vaccinations required for visiting Kenya ? I see OPV being mentioned in your site and couple of other places.
Mathew
Indranil says
Hi there,
I would be flying to Nairobi and then traveling to Kigali. From Kigali, I would fly to Dubai and then back to India. I would take the YFV & OPV before I depart from India. Do I need any other vaccination for Dubai?
Do all the centres (listed here) have vaccinations available, or do we need to book/ check with them?
Indranil
Manit says
I am Manit aged 16 years.I have atopic Dermetisis.My doctors advised me that yellow fever vaccination will aggravate the disease.I intend to go to East Africa on 6th August.If my doctor gives certificate on his letter head that due to this chronic illness taking of yellow fever vaccine will adversly affect my health will I get exemption from yellow fever vaccination.Whether certificate issued by doctor is valid or is to be endorsed by Govt Health centre.Whether it will be prudent to go without vaccination
Avinash says
usually yellow fever is asked to be done 10 days before travel. but since i had to go with short an am able to take the shot 7 days in advance only. Does this risk me from this fever ?
Pradeep says
Chalo Africa Team, Thank you for compiling the numbers of the Polio vaccination Centers. It is of great help as browsing the web for info on this leaves you confused.
I got my polio (OPV) vaccination done in Bangalore.
Address :
Primary Health Care centre
Office of the Re-productive and Child Health Officer
Kempe Gowda Road, Bannappa Park
Bangalore – 560002.
(On the way to Majestic going from St. Martha’s Hospital, you can find the this PHC on the left).
It was a breeze. The doctor and the support staff were extremely good. They know the requirement and it got done in no time at ZERO Cost. Just carry your passport.
Ansu says
Hi, We are travelling from Bangalore to South Africa sightseeing during christmas holidays to Johannesburg, cape Town, hermanus whale watching. Victoria falls, hwange national park on Zimbabwe side for two weeks.
Please let us know what health care we have to take and any vaccination for malaria. If so , where and which hospital can we get it done in Bangalore. Is it OK to get it done in Fortis hospital.
gurpreet singh says
my flight from new delhi india to johannsberg south africa and return from johannsberg south africa to new delhi india , is yellow fever is compulsory for me?
Team Chalo Africa says
Hi Gurpreet, no, YF is not required for SA if you are going directly.
sudhir says
Can I get yellow fever vaccination done before finalizing travel dates and tickets so that I am ready to plan any day after 10 days of gap ?
Team Chalo Africa says
Hi Sudhir, Yes, technically you can get it done before finalising your travel dates. (The certificate is valid for 10 years.) However, because of a general shortage of the vaccine, the vaccination centre may ask for your tickets and passport. Best to check with them.
benn says
I have traveled to Brazil recently without yellow fever certificate. On return I was stopped at Brazil Sao Paulo airport by the middle east airline and denied boarding saying that I must need a yellow fever certificate to fly to India. I informed the airline that I am ready to go for quarantine in India if i stopped by the immigration authorities in Indian airport. But they asked me to take injection before i board and I had to cancel my flight and went for injection and next day after showing the certificate they allowed me to board. IN the same time they collected a signed indemnity form paper saying that the airline is NOT responsible for any consequences when I arrive in India
I have three questions
(a) Is the airline has got any right to hold a passenger in a foreign country where the passenger is ready to comply the rules of the home country ?
(b) Is there is any effect for vaccination with in a day after taking the vaccination.
(c) Why the airline could have collect the indemnity form and board me on the original date of departure
(c) What is the clear rule on this ? Where I can get this information. ?
(d) I am very grateful for your reply and guidance.
Thanks,
Benn
Team Chalo Africa says
Hi Benn,
To answer your questions:
(a) I’m not sure if they have the right to hold you back, but I know for sure that it is definitely better to have get the vaccination before entering India. A friend of mine was held in quarantine in Delhi for a week upon return from Brazil (because he hadn’t taken the vaccination). It was not a happy experience.
(b) Mild side-effects are possible, slight fever, etc. But nothing alarming in most instances.
(c) Not sure.
(c) What is the clear rule on this ? Where I can get this information. ? Clear rule is that you need to get the vaccination 10 days before going to a country with YF. You can read more here: http://www.mohfw.nic.in/WriteReadData/l892s/76822909481402912767.pdf
Poonam Kashelkar says
Am travelling to Seycelles, Cape Town n Johannesburg. Am planning a safari at Pillanesburg
Do i need to take the yellow fever vaccine
Team Chalo Africa says
Hi Poonam, It is not required.
Sabin says
Hi
I want to go DR Congo (Kinshasa). I have taken YF vaccine and due to immediate appointment I want to go there after 7 days of vaccination. Is there any problem in emigration clearance in indin airport and Kinshasa airport. Plz …..
Chalo Africa says
Hi Sabin, Usually there is no problem as long as you take the vaccination before departure. It really depends on the immigration official you encounter on your return.
Amit Dave says
Hello, A commendable job for putting up such information.
i’m travelling to Namibia in August though Johanessburg (SA) and on return spend some time in Johanessburg and Kruger National Park ,SA. As per the list, I’m not transiting through any other country of Africa. Would immigration authorities still insist on Yellow Fever vaccination certificate on return.
Regards
Amit Dave
Chal Africa says
Hi Amit, No, you do not need a Yellow Fever Vaccination certificate if only travelling to Namibia and SA.
tej sheth says
hello,i wanted to travel to kenya on 7th june and have already got my ticket….someone told me that you need to book an appointment at airport health organization (mumbai) for yellow fever vaccination where as all the information on the internet suggests its on first come first serve basis…please help.
also i need to ask can we i get the polio vaccination required for travel to kenya at airport health organization itself?
thanks in advance.
Ravi Bharadiya says
Hello sir,
My name is ravi and im from gujrat. I was vaccinated for YF in 2010 when I went to kenya. But now my passport is expired, I got a new passport (renew) and I want to go to kenya again so will I need vaccination of YF again.
Reply me.
Thank you
tanvi says
Hi Ravi, your YF vaccination certificate will still be valid (even if your passport has expired).
WilliamLap says
Great article. Much obliged. Stilley
Sanjay Kumar says
Hi, I plan to travel from India to Botswana for 2 weeks or so in September, 2016 and will be in Gaberone and Okavango delta region. I can travel via South Africa or Ethiopia or Kenya. I had yellow fever vaccination in 2000. Do I need a booster vaccine before travelling ? I am allergic to penicillin and also have some severe food allergies and would like to avoid the booster yellow fever vaccine if possible.
Satyam says
Hello,
I am moving to Ethiopia for employment and my employers are arranging for visa and air tickets through an agency in India. However, the agency is asking me to submit a copy of the Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate in order to issue visa and ticket. I would like to know if can get the vaccination without the air ticket? Thanks
Chalo Africa says
Hi Satyam, You will probably need an air ticket, unless you do the vaccination privately. Most government centers ask for a ticket before dispensing the vaccination.
Krutika says
Hi Team,
I need to go for Yellow fever vaccine as need to travel to Nigeria. Can I take the vaccine before I apply for visa?
Chalo Africa says
Hi Krutika — yes, you can get the vaccination with your international tickets + passport. Make sure you also get Oral Polio Vaccinations.
Sourabh says
Hello
I am travelling to Ethiopia. Can I get the vaccination done by a major hospital in my city rather getting it from an authorized hospital?
Please help!!
Team Chalo Africa says
We always recommend authorized hospitals. You need to ensure that you have a WHO-approved Yellow Fever Vaccination certificate at the end.
Jagjeet singh says
Hi
2 years back I travelled to Tanzania nd I hv my yellow card also bt now I got a new passport nd I m planning for south Korea on my new passport . Pls tell me how can I update my new passport details on the yellow card? Is there any problem traveling Korea like this?
Thanks
Team Chalo Africa says
Tio the best of our knowledge, you do not require a Yellow Fever vaccination certificate to travel to S. Korea. Nonetheless, your certificate will be valid if you carry both your passports.
Jagjeet singh says
If I want to update my new passport on my yellow card .. What is the procedure for that ??
Divya says
Hi
I will be travelling from India to South Africa via Ethiopia. We will be intransit at Addis Ababa airport for less than 5 hours, do we still require vaccination for yellow fever? As we won’t be stepping out of the airport at all.
tanvi says
Hi Divya, no, not required. Unless you cross immigration in Ethiopia, it is not required.
Yusuf Burhanpurwala says
is there any centre in nagpur
Hasan Indorewala says
Hi, I am traveling to DAR ES SALAM will I need yellow fever vacine
tanvi says
Yes, recommended for Tanzania.
mandira says
Hello, my nephew’s yellow fever certificate that was issued in 2007 is lost. How can we get a duplicate. Any online site where I can track this document.
tanvi says
Hi Mandira, not that I’m aware of. Usually when people lose their certificates, they take the vaccination again. It will be hard to prove that your nephew has already been vaccinated without some sort of copy.
mandira says
Would we require yellow fever vaccination for Mauritius and Madagascar?
tanvi says
Hi Mandira, no, not required.
Ban says
Hi! Im planning to go to Kenya, what are the documents needed for getting Yellow Fever Vacination fro Government organization?
Thanks for your reply
tanvi says
Hi Ban, you’ll need your passport and ticket to receive the vaccination.
bunty says
HI CHALO AFRICATEAM,
I WOULD LIKE TO GET YF VACCINATION AS I AM TRAVELLING TO WEST AFRICA IN END OF JAN. I AM GOING TO TRAVEL DELHI ON WEDNESDAY COULD YOU ADVISE WHICH GOVT APPROVED CENTRE I CAN GO FOR VACCINATION FROM 1 P.M. – 4 P.M. please advise time of registration.
thanks
tanvi says
Hi Bunty, RML is the best place. However, they do have fixed hours for the vaccination so it is best you contact them.
Sparsh says
Hi..
I have just started my carrier as a sailor.
I have allergies from Egg N Chicken.
I have an exemption certificate for yellow fever vaccination.
Tellme.. What problem would I face??
Chetan says
Does the person taking statin tablets ( blood thinning after angioplasty) need to take any extra precaution to take yellow fever vaccination??
tanvi says
Hi Chetan, best you consult your doctor. Medical exemption is permitted with the YF vaccination.
VENKATRAM VINJUN says
Hi Sir .
Good Afternoon.
I am going for Tanzania for job for 2 years. They have instructed me to Do Yellow Fever vaccination.
My question is why this vaccination is been being taken. Will it post me in a problem when i come back to my Home country INDIA . I don’t know anything . Please give a short Highlight Brief info from Vaccination – Tanzania (job)- India (coming Back).
Thanks
tanvi says
Yes, you need to take it. The Indian government may also require it on return. It’s valid for 10 years, so no problem.
SUMA says
Hi,
My parents are travelling to Johannesburg for my sister delivery on 15.02.2017
They are travelling from MUMBAI-NAIROBI-JOHANNESBURG and vice versa. (At nairobi they may stay approx 4hours)
Is it necessary to take yellow fever vaccination??
If so, please let me know the side effects with YFC as both my parents are diabetic and also they have vertigo problem.
Team Chalo Africa says
Hi Suma, they don’t need to take the vaccination if they are transiting through Nairobi (and they don’t cross any immigration in Nairobi).
Utpal Chakravarty says
I am supposed to go to Mozambique on 13th February 2017 on official tour for a week. Is Yellow Fever vaccination required?
Vishal says
Hi,
I am working in Nigeria and soon i will be bringing my wife along with me. So, I have 2 questions to ask
1. Is travelling ticket a mandatory document while going for the vaccination ??
2. Does she need to take polio vaccine as well ??
Milind says
Hi,
My polio vaccination got expired and my travelling is scheduled in next 10 days.
Is it compulsory to have polio vaccination while traveling from Kenya to India ?
Also if we don’t have it, will immigration alllow me to go out of Kenya
Manvinder Singh Mehar says
Hello,
Is any place available in Punjab or in Chandigarh to get Yellow Fever vaccination.
or if not than nearest is Kasauli (HP) is that possible to get Yellow Fever vaccination there. Is they got vaccine and what days its available.
Thanks,
pintoo says
Sir i took yellow fever vaccination from private hospital they told me that they will give me certificate for the same is this is valied
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Sujit Gujar says
I need to take yellow fever vaccination as I am traveling to Brazil
Where can i get it done in hyderabad or pune?
I am trying to contact Institute of Preventive medicine n all possible numbers available on net. all numbers, I get invalid number. If I google for the same, i got some ads but not sure whether they are authentic.
Sujit
Pramod Muni says
Sir .
I am travling mumbai to Botswana (francistown) , But My flight is transit at addis ababa airport for 30 minutes , and when i return from Botswana (francistown) after 10 days , that time My Transit time at addis ababa airport for 2 hrs, , can You confirm me I need yellow Fever Veccination, ?
I am not take YFV till now, i am going after tomarrow, also no one (from travel agency) told me You need YFV. due to on line show No need Yellow fever veccination for Botswana country.
Dayanand Garud says
hello sir iam to go to uganda last week of this month
iam going to take yellow fever vaccination
my question is
what if i get vaccinated and cancel my going
is there any side effect on body because of this
tanvi says
Hi, There are mild to no side effects on taking the vaccine if you are a healthy adult.
mahes says
sir i loose my yellow fever card in ghana now iam in india i will go to Ghana July 10 .how to get my new yellow fever card please tell me address and price
tanvi says
Hi Mahes, Please contact a government authorised center for more on this.
Sitaram Patel says
Sir Yellow fever vaccination card required for visa apply time for West Africa
tanvi says
It depends from country to country.
Sitaram Patel says
west africa ghana
tanvi says
You are required to take the vaccination. For visa queries, please contact the embassy.
Rajeev says
I am traveling to Kenya for 12 days. I have few queries. Please clarify my doubt of possible.
1. Do I have to book the tickets before I go for the YFV? That too keeping a buffer time of 10 days before I travel?
2. Do I have to give the immigration at airport the original certificate? If I give them original certificate how come I have a proof for my future travel?
3. Do I need to take another certification before I come back to India? While I have already done so in India?
Please help! Thanks in advance.
tanvi says
Hi Rajeev, 1) Yes, usually they ask to see your flight tickets before giving you the vaccination. 2) No, you do not have to give the original certificate anywhere. They will just look at it. 3) The same certificate will be valid for your return to India.
Danny says
is there any Yellow fever vaccination centre in Nagpur Maharashtra?
one private hospital claims to be the authorised centre , but their name doesn’t list in any of the official lists.
Please advise
tanvi says
Hi Danny, No there is no center in Nagpur according to the government authorised list. Please ensure you are issued a WHO-accredited certificate at the time of vaccination or else it will be unacceptable.
mitaksh says
hi…. i will be visiting Uganda in aug… i just want to confirm from where can i get a yellow fever vaccination inTezpur or in Guwhati… because i m staying in Guwhati.
tanvi says
There are no government centres in Guwahati. Closest centres for you would probably be Kolkata or Patna.
Suman says
Is there a place or centre in Jharkhand – where I can get a Yellow Fever & Polio vaccination done with issuance of valid certificates?
Regards,
Suman
Raghu says
Hello Sir. I will be travelling to Ethiopia next month. I Live in Udaipur, Rajasthan. Is there any vaccination centre for yellow fever in Rajasthan?
If not, please advise the nearest centre to me.
Thank you
tanvi says
Hi Raghu, the latest authorised centers are mentioned above.
aftab says
Hello,i m from gujarat.I want to go to Kampala,If i Take yellow fever on 24th August,so can i allow for travel to kampala on 30th august???
tanvi says
Hi Aftab, You are required to take YF 10 days prior to departure, so there is a risk involved.
Bupin kumar says
Is there any govt centre in jammu or near for vaccination
Amit says
Hi.
Thanks for the details . I plan to travel to Kenya in 10 days. I stay in Nagpur. The problem I have is that there seems to be no YF vaccination centre in Nagpur.
I plan to stay there for 30 days . Can I get vaccinated in Kenya on landing and then come back and show the certificate?
Thanks
tanvi says
Kenya also requires the vaccination certificate. So if you land in Kenya without the certificate, there are chances you will be penalised.
Ghulam says
Hi
Sir mujhe Johannesburg Jana h by Kenya airways se ja Raha hu or via Nairobi h but Mai Nairobi me exit nhi karuga waha se 2 hours k bad meri flight h to Kia mujhe bhi yellow fever vaccine zarurat h?
Plz rply
tanvi says
YF vaccination not required for transit of less than 12 hours.
Ghulam says
Plz rply
Munawwar says
Hi
Iam planning to travel to Brazil After March 2018,so I have already taken yellow fever vaccination in month of Nov 2017,so it’s not any problem of taken vaccination very early before travelling.
AMIR KHAN says
Hi, thanks for this informative website. My query is that my wife is feeding my 6 month old daughter and they are travelling to Ethiopia, do they need YF vaccine?
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Saumik dad says
I want to go to south africa through Kenya airways.. in transit i have to wait for 3 hours in Nairobi airport. Do i need yellow fever vaccines for that?
Ahsaas Chawla says
I’m going to be in the same situation. Did you need a vaccine?
arun sahgal says
I got Yellow Fever vaccines in Apr 2015. Seem to have misplaced them, how do I get duplicates pl
tanvi says
Hi Arun, this is a difficult one. Since there is no proof of vaccination, most centers ask you to retake the vaccine in order to get the certificate again.
Ahsaas Chawla says
Hi. I’m travelling from South Africa to Tanzania and have a two hours layover/transit in Kenya. Do I still need a yellow fever vaccine? Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks
tanvi says
YF vaccination not required for transit of less than 12 hours, as long as you don’t cross immigration.
Anand says
Hello Chalo Africa Team,
I am traveling from India to Egypt and back via Kuwait airport transit for 3 hours. Is yellow fever vaccine compulsory in such a case as I will be returning directly back to India via Mumbai.
tanvi says
No, none of the countries you are visiting require YF vaccination.
Tejinder kumar says
Sir.
can i get yellow fever vaccination from private hospital.there is no govt. hospital near to my plce according to above list.
Tejinder kumar
tanvi says
Hi Tejinder, it’s not recommended. You need a WHO certificate which only accredited institutions give.
Preetesh Kumar says
Hi,
Need to bring my parents to Uganda
We will be taking flight from Kolkata airport for Uganda via qatar
Is it allowed to travel just 2days after yellow vaccination will it create problem for me father is sr. Citizen
tanvi says
Hi Preetesh, you officially allow 10 days gap between taking the vaccination and flying. However, if 10 days have elapsed from the time of vaccination to the time of return, there shouldn’t be a problem. Senior citizens can get an exemption letter too.
S.S. says
Hello, I need to visit Brazil on 10th Aug.2018. During vaccination (in Delhi), do I need to produce my visa or just valid passport is enough?
tanvi says
Usually they demand to see passport and your flight tickets.
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Ibne Ali khan says
I am go to Angola what need documents and visa approve time need ya visa issue after need
Peter parker says
hello,
i need to visit kenya. but i am post renal tranplant patient so i cannot take yellow fever vaccine.
i have my nephrologist letter with his stamp , and discharge summary with me . is it
enough or valid at travel airport inplace of yellow fever certificate ? do they allow me ?
Thanks
Gautham says
My tickets have been booked on 29/06/18 , I visited all centers in Delhi for vaccination ,
Everyone says take an online appointment and come in the alloted slot , there are no slots available for the month .
What should I do ? Please help
tanvi says
Hi Gautham, have you tried the other hospitals? The NDMC online appointment only seems for IIC? https://mohfw.gov.in/sites/default/files/List%20of%20Authorised%20Yellow%20fever%20Vaccination%20centres.pdf
Lenox Sirvel says
Hello sir,
I took yellow fever vaccine in February 2009 .
Now I will be traveling to Lome to join the ship.
My vaccination expires in February 2019.
I supposed to return back to India in Month of March 2019.
Can u please tell me how many days before or months before I can take the vaccine again ?
mahavir says
Hello Sir
iam traveling to India from Brasil. iam allergic to yellow feber vacinne
i will like to know if in the aeroport of Dheli honoured a medical vaccination waiver ?
thankyou
kiran says
I have lost yellow fever vaccine certiifcate and i ma already in Kenya. i want to show it when i return to India what is procedure to get duplicate?
Rahul Patwardhan says
Hello,
My Wife is a Singaporean travelling from Singapore to Kenya via Mumbai airport (transit) and returning again via Mumbai (transit only) to Singapore.
The government approved vaccination center issued her with a Medical Waiver Letter for the Yellow Fever Vaccine – as she is on certain regular medications which put her at high risk if she is given the vaccination.
I have got confirmation from Kenya embassy in Singapore that she will be able to enter Kenya with this letter. I also have confirmation that she can re-enter Singapore with this letter.
However I read on the Indian Government Site that while a person arriving in India from Kenya can be exempt from producing the Vaccination certificate, they will not be exempt from quarantine for 6 days!! It is not clear if this applies only to people actually entering India OR only also to people just transiting through the airport.
I’m worried she might get held up for 6 days in a Mumbai airport quarantine. Could you clarify whether she can transit freely without worry or not please ! ( we are travelling in end September so we need to know to decide course of action)
I
Sonu says
I am a breasts feeding mother of a 5 month child….and want to go to Congo..may be will return to India minimum after 6months….is it necessary to take YFI …for me and baby
Ganesh says
Hi
I have a yellow fever card done in 2012. I had to renew my passport in 2016. So the passport number in the card is different from the current passport though I have the old passport also. Do I need to get a fresh card done or can I use the old one.
tanvi says
Hi Ganesh – You can use the same YF card. Best to carry both passports though.
Vipin Jain says
As i’m travelling to kenya on 27 Sep and till no i haven’t take yellow fever vaccination.So my concern is if i take vaccination on 24 Sep then i’ll be able to travel on 27 Sep or not ?
tanvi says
Hi Vipin – Sorry for our delayed response. I hope you’ve had a successful trip.
Jyoti Srivastava says
Hi,
I and my family members want to visit Nigeria on visitor/tourist visa and we have applied for visa in Nigeria Embassy and expected date to get visa is 27th of November. Our departure date is on 4th of December 2018. Can we have Yellow fever vaccination certificate before 1 or 2 days of our departure. we live in UP in the city which don’t have authorised center for vaccination and time is less for our departure. Please reply as soon as possibe.
Anil says
what if I took YF vaccine from a private clinic and the certificate??
tanvi says
Hi Anil, It’s not always accepted. The certificate has to be WHO authorized. A GOI-approved hospital is better.
Manoj Sharma says
Hi,
I am travelling to Mauritius from India via Niarobi, & same back to india. I have a lay over period of 9hrs at Nairobi Airport.
Do i need to take Yellow fever Vaccine, since our lay over is at niarobi airport .
tanvi says
Hi Manoj, since you will most likely have to cross immigration, you will need the YF certificate as well as the polio certificate.
Ajay says
Hi , I got yellow fever vaccination in São Paulo Brazil, I have the yellow card from unvisa center and will be arriving in India after 10 days
Do you forsee any issues since I took the vaccination in Brazil
tanvi says
Hi Ajay – Should not be a problem as long as it as WHO-accredited yellow fever vaccination certificate.
RAGINI says
Hi
Thanks for this post.
Can i get my vaccine at the private setup?
tanvi says
Hi Ragini – Not recommended. Ony government-approved centres can issue a WHO-accredited vaccination certificate.
Yashwanth says
Hi,
I am travelling to Brazil in the month of September, My original passport is sent to Delhi for VISA verification purpose, so it may take another 10 -15 day to come back. Is it possible that I can take a Scanned attested copy of the Passport and Air tickets for YF vaccination.
tanvi says
Hi Yashwanth, I’m afraid I don’t have an answer to this. Could you please check with YF center directly?
MANOJ SURYAVANSHI Pune says
Hi Tanvi
I am having YF certifcate issued on 29th Oct 2015 with old passport number mentioned on it.
I renewed my passport in the month of October 2018 and now i am travelling to Africa i have few queries as
1) Is the existing YF certifcate valid for new Passport even though old passport number is mentioned
2) Whether i i have to apply for new YF certifcate.
3) I have to carry both old and new passports
Look forward for your positive response.
Warm Regards
Manoj Suryavanshi Pune
tanvi says
Hi Manoj – You should carry your old passport with you. The same YF vaccination certificate will work.
Samar Mehra says
Hello ,
I just want to enquire that I’m from Agra (U.P) India , and want to go USA , I’m very well aware about the yellow fever vaccine mandation for me, does getting it injected from my family doctor (M.D M.B.B.S) here in Agra and getting certified by him on his letter head would be acceptable ?
tanvi says
Hi Samar – You don’t need the YF vaccination for travel to the United States if you are going directly from India.
R says
Dear Sir / madam,
I need information about yellow fever vaccination.
According to World Health Organization Existing and new Yellow Fever vaccination certificates are now valid for life. The World Health Organization announced that as of 11 July 2016, countries can no longer require travelers to show proof of re-vaccination or a booster dose as a condition of entry.
I also read on the website of MINISTRY OF HEALTH & FAMILY WELFARE of India that the above mentioned is also approved by this ministry.
Here are the links on which I received this information:
https://mohfw.gov.in/yellow-fever
http://ihrpoe.co.in/pdf/YF_Booster.pdf
Is this new regulation honored by the border authorities of India during the transition phase?
I was vaccinated against yellow fever in 2002, do I still need a re-vaccination or a booster dose for entry?
I thank you in advance for your willing cooperation.
Kind regards,
Yugendra Patnaik says
sir i misplaced my yellow fever vaccination card provided by mmd mumbai,, is there any way i can get a duplicate certificate from mmd mumbai..
Hasan Farooqui says
Hii,
I’m from Sultanpur (U.P.), travelling to Somaliland on 13/03/2020, As of now i.e. 09/03/2020 I don’t have YF vaccine certificate, from here the nearest place is Lucknow to get the same but it will open only in Thursday i.e. 12/03/2020 and my flight to Somaliland on 13/03/2020.
Kindly advise what should I do in this circumstances, can I take YF vaccine at Somaliland while return back to India because I’m going for job there and usually I will come back after 1 year.
Vikas Narayankar says
Hi,
I want to carry along my wife and infant of 3 months to Africa. Can I take them along without yellow fever Vaccine?
tanvi says
Hi Vikas, Depends on which country you are travelling to.
AMEER NIHAR says
Very good
Surendra Kumar Singh says
1. How will get the yellow fever card for my wife & son leave in India? while i (husband) am working in DRC Africa,
2. What documents are needed ?
tanvi says
Hi Surendra, Your husband and son will have to visit a government hospital with their passport and flight tickets. I doubt YF will be given at the moment due to covid.
Ankit kumar says
I have to work as a seafarer and I have to take a yellow fever vaccination. But do I have to take the vaccination from a DG Shipping approved hospital only… Or can I take it from any where… Any hospital???
tanvi says
Hi Ankit, You can take it from any government approved hospital as per the list above. The authorities will issue a certificate which is valid through out the world.
Pratap Singh says
I had yellow fever vaccination in India on 10 October 2010. Since then I am working in Ethiopia . I generally visit India every year during July-September but this year could not visit India due to COVID-9 pandemic. I plan to return to India in February 2021. My age is 71 years.
Do I need to take Booster Does of yellow fever vaccination here in Ethiopia before I return to India. If so where are the Yellow fever vaccination centers in Ethiopia where I may take the Booster does for the Yellow fever Vaccination.
Girish Barhate says
Hello sir I have plan to travel Rwanda with my wife and 1 year son, we went to vaccination center they have given vaccine to me and my son, my wife have been milkfeeding to my son that’s why they have not given vaccine to her. Then my wife can travel to Rwanda without yellow fever vaccine??
Please reply as soon as possible
p n singh says
sir,
is apollo hospital authorise to issue an international “yellow fiver “certificate ?
Anand says
I have taken covishield vaccine. Is there any gap needed to take yellow fever vaccine?
Manoj says
How long it takes to get duplicate yellow fever card and what’s the process
MD Shahjad Alam says
At Jharkhand State where grovement authorized for yellow fever vaccination certificate approved for South Africa.
tanvi says
Hi Shahjad, You don’t need the YF vaccination certificate if you are travelling to South Africa (and not transiting via a YF-endemic country).
Chetan says
Hello. My yellow fever certificate has the passport number which is expired ( but attached to the new passport issued). Will it have any issue in applying for visa to angola.
tanvi says
Hi Chetan – You shouldn’t have any problem if you have both passports with you.
Amit says
Hi my mother wanted to travel Kenya in December and vaccine are not available in patna AIIMS.So wanted to know if private labs are authorized for it.
If any news when vaccine will be available at AIIMS Patna.
Thanks
Vikas says
Hi Chalo Team
I lost or misplaced my yellow fever vaccine certificate and still the card is valid for another 4 years.
I have soft copy and vaccinated in Mumbai Ballard state.
Could you please help me to know the proces to get duplicate certificate or certificate ?
Quick response more appreciated
kuldeep says
for jaipur i can say we have 2-3 hospitals doing it. jk lon,sms,raisighani hospital(bani park)
fee is around 2650inr. original passport is not needed print out is also ok.
prakash bisoyi says
My name is Prakash chandra we need 115 People s for Egypt yellow fever and oral polio vaccination urgent required possible to get it soon please reply
prakash bisoyi says
Urgently required for 115 candidate s yellow fever and oral Polio vaccination Looking for your reply
Mudassir ahmed says
Hi sir I have got yellow fever vaccination on 6th September 2021 traveled to Rwanda on 21st September in that certificate my old passport number have been entered which is expired in Rwanda now I have renewal my passport now I got my new passport number so what should I do now is it okay r need to change the passport number in the certificate if I need to change the passport number in the certificate how can I do thank you
Jokhana devi says
What about the people above the age of 62 y.
Is it required yellow fever vaccinations to travel in Tanzania
Akash says
Actually I get vaccinated with yellow fever but i did not got any certificate, so how to i get it from.
Abdul Athiq ur rahman says
Hi my self Athiq ur rahman I’m going to travel Canada should i need yellow card? If yes we’re i can get in Hyderabad? Please let me know
Pinak Bam says
Hiii I am traveling to Ethiopia on 8th January and While entering to Ethiopia only 9 days will be completed after getting YF vaccine
So will it be a problem for me while entering Ethiopia?
Ashutosh Mishra says
Hi: I am planning to travel to Sierra Leone on May 6th and got my yellow fever vaccination on May 2nd. Will I be allowed to enter Sierra Leone?
Mala Balagopal says
Is it necessary to take yellow fever certificate for Namibia and my certificate is expired.isn’t it fr life time
B.samanta says
My self and traveling Kenya,for yellow fever vaccine they asked for fit certificate from any MBBS doctor as we are sr citizen age 74 and 72
Is there any format for doctors to follow? What type of fitness certificate required . please reply urgently
Shahnawaz Arif Shaikh says
On the same day of my yellow fever vaccination can I take MMR dose Also….. please help me with proper guidance
Naimisha says
Hi,
I am traveling to Nigeria, I have taken yellow fever vaccine in 2021 and now I have changed my surname and my Address in my passport. So is it necessary to change my name in yellow fever vaccination card and polio card if it is necessary how to change my surname in both the cards
Please help me with this doubt
Rashi Garg says
Hi i need to go to kenya
I am taking the vaccine on 22 September
And will reach kenya on 25th September
Will the certificate be valid if i return to india after 10 days of vaccination?
Chandrika says
Hi Rashi, I have a similar problem. Were you able to travel without any problem?
Shraddha says
Hello
We’re you able to travel and enter back with these conditions?
Chandrika says
Hello, I’m traveling to Kenya on 2nd October and. Got my shot on 26 th sept. I will return on 7th October by when my certificate will be valid. It will not be valid when I fly out in 2nd and land in Nairobi also on 2nd. Will this be a problem?
Ashish says
My parents are planning to travel to Tanzania for 30 days, but my mother can not take YF as she is allergic to egg. what i understood she can travel to Tanzania but while coming back she will be quarantine for 6 days.
is there any other way to skip the quarantine process?
Ashish Sinha says
My parents are planning to travel to Tanzania for 30 days, but my mother can not take YF as she is allergic to egg. what i understood she can travel to Tanzania but while coming back she will be quarantine for 6 days.
Quarantine will be in hospital or it will be home Quarantine?
is there any other way to skip the quarantine process
Girish says
I am traveling to south Africa from udaipur via through abbis Ababa so I need to take yellow fever vaccination to entry in south Africa and also return entry in india
Anonymous says
Hello, we are travelling to south Africa in December. We booked our flight from India to South Africa, which has a layover of 2-3hrs in Kenya. and our return ticket from South Africa to India, also has the same the layover.
As per the rules Yellow fever certificate is not required to enter south Africa if the layover is less than 12hours in kenya.
However, I want to understand, if Yellow fever Vaccine required to enter back in India.
Do we need to produce yellow fever vaccine certificate in Indian airport on our return to India.
Surekha Prahlad says
Hi I have taken YF vaccination in 2012 do I have to take the vaccination once again if I am travelling in 2025? Because the 2012 certificate states that validity of the certificate is for the period of 10 years only.