Low riskOceania · MicronesiaPalau Travel Health Guide
Low risk
Palau 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
Stay up-to-date on routine vaccines including chickenpox, tetanus, flu, MMR, polio, and shingles before traveling.
COVID-19
Stay up-to-date with COVID-19 vaccines before traveling.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A vaccine is recommended for all travelers to Palau 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 Palau regardless of age.
Measles
Measles vaccine (MMR) is recommended for all international travelers. Infants 6-11 months should get an early dose.
Typhoid
Typhoid vaccine is recommended for most travelers to Palau, especially if staying with friends/relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.
Rabies
Rabies is not common in dogs in Palau, but vaccines may only be available in larger medical facilities. Consult your doctor about pre-exposure vaccination based on your planned activities.
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever vaccine is not recommended and not required for entry to Palau.
Disease risks
Emergency numbers
Police
911
Medical / Ambulance
911
Fire
911
U.S. Embassy
+680-587-2920
Palau travel health FAQ
Do I need vaccines to travel to Palau?▼
For travel to Palau, 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 Palau?▼
No — Palau 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 Palau?▼
From a travel-health standpoint, Palau is currently rated low risk. Palau 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 Palau?▼
Key emergency numbers in Palau are Police 911, Medical / Ambulance 911, Fire 911 and U.S. Embassy +680-587-2920. 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.