Low riskOceania · MicronesiaNauru Travel Health Guide
Low risk
Nauru carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B.
Overall risk
Low risk
Malaria
None
Best time to visit
Year-round
Recommended vaccines
Routine Vaccines
Make sure all your routine vaccines are current before traveling, including chickenpox, tetanus, flu, MMR, polio, and shingles vaccines.
COVID-19
Stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines before traveling.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A vaccine is recommended for all travelers to Nauru age 1 and older. Special dosing applies for infants and high-risk travelers.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for all unvaccinated travelers to Nauru regardless of age.
Measles
Measles cases are rising worldwide. All travelers should be fully vaccinated with MMR vaccine at least 2 weeks before travel. Infants 6-11 months need an early dose.
Typhoid
Typhoid vaccine is recommended for most travelers to Nauru, especially if staying with friends/relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.
Rabies
Rabies-infected dogs are uncommon in Nauru, but rabies vaccines may only be available in larger medical facilities. Consider pre-exposure vaccination if you'll be around animals or in remote areas.
Disease risks
Emergency numbers
Police
110
Medical / Ambulance
110
Fire
110
U.S. Embassy
+679-331-4466
Nauru travel health FAQ
Do I need vaccines to travel to Nauru?▼
For travel to Nauru, Routine Vaccines is required for entry; COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Measles and Typhoid are recommended; Rabies 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 Nauru?▼
No — Nauru 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 Nauru?▼
From a travel-health standpoint, Nauru is currently rated low risk. Nauru carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B.
What are the emergency phone numbers in Nauru?▼
Key emergency numbers in Nauru are Police 110, Medical / Ambulance 110, Fire 110 and U.S. Embassy +679-331-4466. 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.