Low riskEurope · Western EuropeAustria Travel Health Guide
Low risk
Austria carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis B, Measles.
Overall risk
Low risk
Malaria
None
Best time to visit
Year-round
Recommended vaccines
Routine Vaccines
Get all your routine vaccines up to date before traveling, including chickenpox, tetanus, flu, MMR, polio, and shingles vaccines.
COVID-19
Stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines before traveling.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for unvaccinated travelers under 60. Those 60 and older may also consider getting vaccinated.
Measles
Get MMR vaccine at least 2 weeks before travel due to rising measles cases worldwide. Infants 6-11 months need an early dose.
Rabies
Rabid dogs are uncommon in Austria and rabies vaccines are widely available. Pre-exposure vaccination depends on your planned activities and access to medical care.
Tick-borne Encephalitis
TBE vaccine is recommended if you'll have extensive outdoor activities with tick exposure in endemic areas of Austria.
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever vaccine is not recommended and not required for entry to Austria.
Disease risks
Emergency numbers
Police
133
Medical / Ambulance
144
Fire
122
U.S. Embassy
+43-1-31339-0
Austria travel health FAQ
Do I need vaccines to travel to Austria?▼
For travel to Austria, Routine Vaccines, COVID-19, Hepatitis B and Measles are recommended; Rabies, Tick-borne Encephalitis and Yellow Fever may be advised depending on your itinerary. Make sure your routine vaccinations (such as MMR, Tdap, polio and seasonal flu) are up to date, and see a travel-health provider about 4–6 weeks before you leave.
Is there malaria in Austria?▼
No — Austria is not considered a malaria-risk destination, so antimalarial medication is not routinely needed. Basic insect-bite precautions are still sensible.
Is it safe to travel to Austria?▼
From a travel-health standpoint, Austria is currently rated low risk. Austria carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis B, Measles.
What are the emergency phone numbers in Austria?▼
Key emergency numbers in Austria are Police 133, Medical / Ambulance 144, Fire 122 and U.S. Embassy +43-1-31339-0. Save them before you travel and confirm the current numbers with your accommodation on arrival.
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Build my Trip KitSources: CDC Travelers' Health · WHO International Travel and Health. Last updated 2026-07-31. Health conditions and entry rules change — verify with the CDC, WHO and your destination’s authorities before travel. This page is informational and not a substitute for advice from a travel-medicine provider.