Low riskEurope · Southern EuropeSlovenia Travel Health Guide
Low risk
Slovenia 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, including chickenpox, tetanus, flu, MMR, polio, and shingles vaccines.
COVID-19
Stay up to date with your COVID-19 vaccines before traveling.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A vaccine is recommended for most travelers to Slovenia. Special timing and dosing considerations apply for infants, older adults, and those with health conditions.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for travelers under 60. Those 60 and older may choose to get vaccinated.
Measles
Measles cases are rising worldwide. Make sure you're fully vaccinated with MMR vaccine at least two weeks before travel. Infants 6-11 months need an early dose.
Rabies
Rabies risk is low in Slovenia, but rabies vaccines may only be available in larger medical facilities. Consider pre-exposure vaccination if you'll be doing high-risk activities or might have trouble accessing medical care quickly.
Tick-borne Encephalitis
Tick-borne encephalitis vaccine is recommended if you'll have extensive tick exposure in endemic areas of Slovenia, or may be considered for other outdoor activities where ticks are present.
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever vaccine is not needed for Slovenia - there's no risk and no entry requirement.
Disease risks
Emergency numbers
Police
112
Medical / Ambulance
112
Fire
112
U.S. Embassy
+386-1-200-5500
Slovenia travel health FAQ
Do I need vaccines to travel to Slovenia?▼
For travel to Slovenia, Routine Vaccines, COVID-19, Hepatitis A, 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 Slovenia?▼
No — Slovenia 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 Slovenia?▼
From a travel-health standpoint, Slovenia is currently rated low risk. Slovenia 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 Slovenia?▼
Key emergency numbers in Slovenia are Police 112, Medical / Ambulance 112, Fire 112 and U.S. Embassy +386-1-200-5500. 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.