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Private 45 minutes No referral needed Approved Yellow Fever Centre
Private · Sunderland

Travel vaccinations
for Ghana.

Every traveller aged 9 months and over needs a valid Yellow Fever certificate to enter Ghana, and malaria protection is essential across the whole country, all year round. Our GPhC-registered pharmacist provides a full pre-travel health assessment, your recommended vaccines and your official ICVP certificate, in a single visit.

GPhC Registered 9012617 Approved Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre Same-day certificate issue No GP referral needed
Entry requirements

What you need before you travel to Ghana.

Ghana requires proof of Yellow Fever vaccination from every traveller aged 9 months and over, under International Health Regulations. This proof comes in the form of an International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis, known as the ICVP or yellow card. The certificate only becomes valid 10 days after your vaccination, so this appointment should not be left until the last minute where possible.

Malaria is present across all of Ghana throughout the year. There is no vaccine against malaria, so antimalarial tablets are the main way to protect yourself. Our prescribing pharmacist will assess your health and itinerary to recommend a suitable option. Typhoid, hepatitis A and hepatitis B are also commonly recommended for travel to Ghana, alongside routine boosters such as tetanus, diphtheria and polio.

A Yellow Fever certificate is a legal requirement for entry to Ghana. It must be issued at least 10 days before you travel, and only registered Yellow Fever Vaccination Centres can provide it.
Veritas Pharmacy is an approved Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre. We can administer the vaccine and issue your ICVP certificate on the same day as your appointment, subject to clinical assessment.
Vaccines and protection for Ghana

What we can provide.

Yellow Fever

Legally required for entry to Ghana. ICVP certificate issued on the day, valid from 10 days after vaccination.

Malaria prevention tablets

Malaria risk is present throughout Ghana all year. No vaccine exists, so antimalarial tablets are prescribed following a clinical assessment.

Typhoid

Recommended for most travellers to Ghana due to food and water hygiene risks.

Hepatitis A & B

Hepatitis A recommended for most travellers. Hepatitis B recommended for longer stays or higher-risk activities.

Meningitis ACWY & Rabies

Considered for travellers with specific risk factors, such as rural travel, longer stays or higher animal contact.

Routine boosters

Tetanus, diphtheria and polio boosters are reviewed and updated where needed.

Vaccine prices

Full price list available on this page ↓. Prices subject to change, please confirm at the clinic.

What to expect

What your Ghana travel consultation covers.

Book your Ghana travel consultation

Ideally 6–8 weeks before you travel, so any vaccines needing more than one dose have time to work. If your trip is sooner, contact us. Yellow Fever and most single-dose vaccines can often still be arranged in time.

Ghana-specific health assessment

Your pharmacist reviews your itinerary, how long you are staying, whether you will visit rural areas, your health history and current vaccination status, to recommend what you need.

Vaccinations and antimalarial prescription

Any recommended vaccines available on the day are administered at your appointment. Antimalarial tablets are prescribed if suitable for you.

ICVP certificate and documentation

Your Yellow Fever ICVP certificate is issued on the day, and your vaccination record is kept on file in your Halaxy account for future reference.

Book online

Book your Ghana travel consultation.

Same-day and same-week appointments often available. Urgent pre-travel consultations also available.

Opening hours

Mon–Fri 9am–5pm  ·  Sat & Sun 9am–5pm (private services only)

Call us

0191 503 4053

113 Chester Road, Sunderland SR4 7HG · GPhC Registered

Book — Ghana Travel Vaccination Consultation

Veritas Pharmacy · 113 Chester Road, Sunderland SR4 7HG

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Ghana vaccine price list.

Prices per dose. Some vaccines require multiple doses, the full course cost is shown in the Course column. Prices are subject to change, please confirm at the clinic before booking.

Vaccine Course Price per dose
Yellow Fever – ICVP issued1 dose£75.00
Typhoid1 dose£38.00
Hepatitis A1 dose£62.00
Hepatitis A & B (combined)3 doses£80.00
Hepatitis B3 doses£52.00
Meningitis ACWY1 dose£55.00
Rabies – price varies by vaccine used3 doses£75.00–£110.00
Cholera2 doses£34.00
Diphtheria, Tetanus & Polio (combined booster)1 dose£38.00
Antimalarial tablets – prescription onlyPer courseFrom £28.00
Your travel health consultation is free. The prices above cover the cost of each vaccine dose. There is no separate charge for the 45-minute consultation itself. Not every vaccine or antimalarial will be clinically appropriate for every traveller, this is confirmed at your assessment.
FAQs

Ghana travel vaccination FAQs.

Do I need a Yellow Fever certificate to enter Ghana?
Yes. Ghana requires proof of Yellow Fever vaccination from every traveller aged 9 months and over, under International Health Regulations. This proof is called the International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis, or ICVP, sometimes known as the yellow card. It can only be issued by a registered Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre, which Veritas Pharmacy is.
How soon before I travel does the certificate become valid?
Your ICVP certificate becomes valid 10 days after your Yellow Fever vaccination. This means you cannot leave your vaccination until the day before you fly. We recommend booking your consultation at least 6–8 weeks before travel where possible, though we can often help if your trip is sooner.
Is malaria a risk in Ghana?
Yes. Malaria risk is present across the whole of Ghana, throughout the year. There is no vaccine against malaria, so protection comes from a combination of antimalarial tablets and avoiding mosquito bites. Our prescribing pharmacist can assess your health and prescribe a suitable antimalarial as part of your consultation.
What other vaccines are recommended, but not required, for Ghana?
Typhoid and hepatitis A are commonly recommended for most travellers to Ghana. Hepatitis B, meningitis ACWY and rabies may be considered depending on your length of stay, itinerary and activities. Your pharmacist will confirm which of these are appropriate for your trip during your consultation.
Can I get all my Ghana vaccines in one visit?
In most cases, yes. Where clinically appropriate, we aim to administer all the vaccines you need for Ghana in a single appointment. Some vaccines, such as hepatitis B and rabies, involve more than one dose given over several weeks, so booking early gives the best protection before you travel.
Do I need a GP referral for Ghana travel vaccines?
No. You can book directly with our travel health pharmacist without a GP referral. We provide the full pre-travel consultation, recommend and administer the appropriate vaccines, and issue your Yellow Fever certificate where applicable, all in the same appointment.
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