Low riskAmericas · CaribbeanBonaire Sint Eustatius and Saba Travel Health Guide
Low risk
Bonaire Sint Eustatius and Saba carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B. Yellow fever vaccine is not needed if traveling directly from the US, but is required if you're coming from a country with yellow fever risk, including airport layovers over 12 hours.
Overall risk
Low risk
Malaria
None
Best time to visit
Year-round
Recommended vaccines
Routine Vaccines
Make sure you're up-to-date on all routine vaccines including chickenpox, tetanus, flu, MMR, polio, and shingles.
COVID-19
Stay up-to-date with COVID-19 vaccines before traveling.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A vaccine is recommended for all travelers to Bonaire age 1 and older. Special dosing may apply for infants and high-risk travelers.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for all unvaccinated travelers to Bonaire.
Measles
Measles cases are rising worldwide. Make sure you're fully vaccinated with MMR vaccine at least 2 weeks before travel. Infants 6-11 months need special early dosing.
Typhoid
Typhoid vaccine is recommended for most travelers to Bonaire, especially if visiting rural areas or staying with friends and relatives.
Rabies
Rabid dogs are uncommon in Bonaire and rabies vaccines are available if needed. Consider pre-exposure vaccination if you'll have high-risk animal contact or limited access to medical care.
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever vaccine is not needed if traveling directly from the US, but is required if you're coming from a country with yellow fever risk, including airport layovers over 12 hours.
Disease risks
Bonaire Sint Eustatius and Saba travel health FAQ
Do I need vaccines to travel to Bonaire Sint Eustatius and Saba?▼
For travel to Bonaire Sint Eustatius and Saba, Routine Vaccines, COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Measles and Typhoid are recommended; Rabies 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 Bonaire Sint Eustatius and Saba?▼
No — Bonaire Sint Eustatius and Saba 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 Bonaire Sint Eustatius and Saba?▼
From a travel-health standpoint, Bonaire Sint Eustatius and Saba is currently rated low risk. Bonaire Sint Eustatius and Saba carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B. Yellow fever vaccine is not needed if traveling directly from the US, but is required if you're coming from a country with yellow fever risk, including airport layovers over 12 hours.
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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.