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Travel vaccinations
for Thailand.

Thailand is generally a lower-risk destination for most short holidays, with no malaria risk in Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Koh Samui or Pattaya. Risk rises for rural travel, longer stays, and time near the forested borders with Cambodia, Laos and Myanmar. Our GPhC-registered pharmacist provides a full pre-travel health assessment tailored to your itinerary, in a single visit.

GPhC Registered 9012617 Itinerary-based risk assessment Same-day appointments No GP referral needed
Entry requirements and risk

What you need before you travel to Thailand.

There is no yellow fever risk in Thailand and no vaccine required for direct travel from the UK, a certificate is only needed if you arrive from a country with yellow fever risk. For most short trips to popular areas, Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Koh Samui, Pattaya and similar destinations carry no malaria risk, so tablets usually aren’t needed for a typical beach or city holiday.

The picture changes for rural travel, longer stays, and time spent near the forested borders with Cambodia, Laos and Myanmar, where malaria risk rises and some antimalarials face resistance in these specific border areas. Japanese encephalitis occurs countrywide with a year-round risk, peaking May to October, and is worth considering for rural travel or stays of a month or more. Hepatitis A and typhoid are recommended for most travellers due to food and water hygiene.

Border areas need specific advice. If your trip includes forested areas near the Cambodia, Laos or Myanmar borders, some antimalarial options aren’t suitable due to local resistance. Tell your pharmacist your full itinerary so the right option can be chosen.
Most short trips to popular areas need less than you’d think. Hepatitis A, typhoid and your routine boosters cover most short holidays well, with additional vaccines added only where your specific plans call for them.
Vaccines and protection for Thailand

What we can provide.

Hepatitis A and Typhoid

Recommended for most travellers, covering food and water hygiene risk across the country.

Japanese Encephalitis

A countrywide, year-round mosquito-borne risk, peaking May to October, particularly relevant for rural travel or stays of a month or more.

Malaria prevention tablets

Not usually needed for Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Koh Samui or Pattaya. Considered for rural travel and forested border areas, where the right option depends on your exact route.

Hepatitis B and Rabies

Considered for longer stays, higher-risk activities, or travellers who may need medical or dental care while away.

Cholera

Selectively recommended for aid workers or those visiting areas with poor sanitation.

Vaccine prices

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

What to expect

What your Thailand travel consultation covers.

Book your Thailand travel consultation

Ideally 6–8 weeks before you travel, particularly if Japanese encephalitis applies to your trip. If your trip is sooner, contact us, many options can still be arranged in time.

Thailand-specific health assessment

Your pharmacist reviews your exact route, including any border areas, how long you’re staying, and your health history to identify what you need.

Vaccinations and antimalarial prescription

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

Documentation and records

Your vaccination record is kept on file in your Halaxy account for future reference.

Book online

Book your Thailand 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

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Thailand 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
Hepatitis A1 dose£62.00
Typhoid1 dose£38.00
Hepatitis A & B (combined)3 doses£80.00
Hepatitis B3 doses£52.00
Japanese Encephalitis2 doses£105.00
Rabies – price varies by vaccine used3 doses£75.00–£110.00
Cholera2 doses (3 for ages 2–5)£34.00
Diphtheria, Tetanus & Polio – formulation tailored to your needs1 dose£38.00
Antimalarial tablets – only if your itinerary needs them, 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 consultation itself. Not every vaccine or antimalarial will be clinically appropriate for every traveller, this is confirmed at your assessment.
FAQs

Thailand travel vaccination FAQs.

Do I need malaria tablets for a Thailand beach holiday?
Usually not. There’s no malaria risk in Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Koh Samui or Pattaya. Tablets become relevant for rural travel or time spent near the forested borders with Cambodia, Laos or Myanmar.
Do I need a Yellow Fever certificate for Thailand?
No, not for direct travel from the UK. There’s no yellow fever risk in Thailand, and a certificate is only required if you’re arriving from a country with yellow fever risk.
Do I need the Japanese encephalitis vaccine for Thailand?
It’s worth considering if you’re visiting rural areas, staying a month or more, or travelling during the peak May to October transmission season. It’s less relevant for short city or beach-based trips.
What vaccines are recommended for most trips to Thailand?
Hepatitis A and typhoid cover most travellers well, alongside your routine UK boosters. Hepatitis B, rabies and Japanese encephalitis are added depending on your specific itinerary.
Do I need a GP referral for Thailand travel vaccines?
No. You can book directly with our travel health pharmacist without a GP referral.
Related

Related services.

Japanese Encephalitis Vaccine

Relevant for rural travel or longer stays in Thailand.

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Dengue Fever Vaccine

Present in Thailand, though only recommended for those with a confirmed prior dengue infection.

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All Travel Vaccinations

See every destination and vaccine we cover as part of our full pre-travel health service.

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