Low riskAsia · Western AsiaUnited Arab Emirates Travel Health Guide
Low risk
United Arab Emirates 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 for disease protection but is required for entry if coming from countries with yellow fever risk, including transit stops over 12 hours.
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 COVID-19 vaccines before traveling.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A vaccine is recommended for most travelers to UAE. Infants 6-11 months should also get vaccinated.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for travelers under 60. Those 60 and older may also consider vaccination.
Measles
Measles vaccination is especially important due to rising cases worldwide. All travelers should be fully vaccinated, including infants 6-11 months.
Typhoid
Typhoid vaccine is recommended for most travelers, especially if staying with friends/relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.
Monkeypox
Monkeypox vaccination is recommended if you plan certain high-risk activities. Get your first dose at least 6 weeks before travel.
Rabies
Rabies is present in dogs and wildlife. Consider pre-exposure vaccination if you'll have animal contact or limited access to medical care.
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever vaccine is not needed for disease protection but is required for entry if coming from countries with yellow fever risk, including transit stops over 12 hours.
Disease risks
Emergency numbers
Police
999
Medical / Ambulance
998
Fire
997
U.S. Embassy
+971-2-414-2200
United Arab Emirates travel health FAQ
Do I need vaccines to travel to United Arab Emirates?▼
For travel to United Arab Emirates, Routine Vaccines, COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Measles and Typhoid are recommended; Monkeypox, 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 United Arab Emirates?▼
No — United Arab Emirates 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 United Arab Emirates?▼
From a travel-health standpoint, United Arab Emirates is currently rated low risk. United Arab Emirates 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 for disease protection but is required for entry if coming from countries with yellow fever risk, including transit stops over 12 hours.
What are the emergency phone numbers in United Arab Emirates?▼
Key emergency numbers in United Arab Emirates are Police 999, Medical / Ambulance 998, Fire 997 and U.S. Embassy +971-2-414-2200. Save them before you travel and confirm the current numbers with your accommodation on arrival.
More country guides
ArmeniaLow riskArmenia carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B.
AzerbaijanLow riskAzerbaijan carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B.
BahrainLow riskBahrain 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 for disease protection but is required if coming from countries with yellow fever risk, including airport layovers over 12 hours.
Plan your United Arab Emirates trip
Get vaccines, prescriptions and a personalized health plan for United Arab Emirates — matched to your itinerary and travelers.
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.