Low riskOceania · PolynesiaWallis and Futuna Travel Health Guide
Low risk
Wallis and Futuna 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, including chickenpox, tetanus, flu, MMR, polio, and shingles vaccines.
COVID-19
Stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines before traveling.
Hepatitis A
Consider hepatitis A vaccine, especially if you'll visit smaller cities, rural areas, or eat street food.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for unvaccinated travelers under 60, and may be considered for those 60 and older.
Measles
Measles cases are rising worldwide. All travelers need full MMR vaccination at least 2 weeks before travel, including early doses for infants 6-11 months.
Rabies
Rabid dogs are uncommon in France and rabies vaccines are widely available. Pre-exposure vaccination is only needed for high-risk activities or if you might have trouble getting treatment quickly.
Tick-borne Encephalitis
Consider tick-borne encephalitis vaccine if you'll spend time outdoors in areas where ticks are common. Focus on preventing tick bites.
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever vaccine is not needed for France and not required for entry.
Disease risks
Emergency numbers
Police
17
Medical / Ambulance
15
Fire
18
U.S. Embassy
+33-1-43-12-22-22
Wallis and Futuna travel health FAQ
Do I need vaccines to travel to Wallis and Futuna?▼
For travel to Wallis and Futuna, 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 Wallis and Futuna?▼
No — Wallis and Futuna 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 Wallis and Futuna?▼
From a travel-health standpoint, Wallis and Futuna is currently rated low risk. Wallis and Futuna 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 Wallis and Futuna?▼
Key emergency numbers in Wallis and Futuna are Police 17, Medical / Ambulance 15, Fire 18 and U.S. Embassy +33-1-43-12-22-22. 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.