Low riskOceania · Australia and New ZealandNew Zealand Travel Health Guide
Low risk
New Zealand 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 up to date before traveling, including chickenpox, tetanus, flu, MMR, polio, and shingles vaccines.
COVID-19
Stay up to date with your COVID-19 vaccines before traveling.
Hepatitis A
Consider hepatitis A vaccine if you plan to visit smaller cities, villages, rural areas, or eat street food.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for unvaccinated travelers under 60. Those 60 and older may also consider vaccination.
Measles
Measles cases are rising worldwide. All travelers should be fully vaccinated with MMR vaccine at least two weeks before travel. Infants 6-11 months need an early dose.
Rabies
Rabies is uncommon in dogs in New Zealand, but rabies vaccines may only be available in larger medical facilities. Consider pre-exposure vaccination if you'll have high-risk animal exposure or limited access to medical care.
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever vaccine is not recommended and not required for entry to New Zealand.
Disease risks
Emergency numbers
Police
111
Medical / Ambulance
111
Fire
111
U.S. Embassy
+64-4-462-6000
New Zealand travel health FAQ
Do I need vaccines to travel to New Zealand?▼
For travel to New Zealand, Routine Vaccines, COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B and Measles 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 New Zealand?▼
No — New Zealand 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 New Zealand?▼
From a travel-health standpoint, New Zealand is currently rated low risk. New Zealand 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 New Zealand?▼
Key emergency numbers in New Zealand are Police 111, Medical / Ambulance 111, Fire 111 and U.S. Embassy +64-4-462-6000. 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.