Low riskAmericas · CaribbeanAruba Travel Health Guide
Low risk
Aruba 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 direct travel from the US, but required if coming from countries with yellow fever risk
Overall risk
Low risk
Malaria
None
Best time to visit
Year-round
Recommended vaccines
Routine Vaccines
Make sure all routine vaccines are current before traveling
COVID-19
Stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines before traveling
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A vaccine is recommended for most travelers to Aruba, including infants 6+ months
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for all unvaccinated travelers to Aruba
Measles
Make sure you're fully vaccinated against measles with MMR vaccine before traveling, including infants 6+ months
Typhoid
Typhoid vaccine is recommended for most travelers, especially if staying with locals or visiting rural areas
Rabies
Rabies vaccine may be needed for some travelers based on activities and access to medical care. Rabid dogs are uncommon in Aruba.
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever vaccine is not needed for direct travel from the US, but required if coming from countries with yellow fever risk
Disease risks
Emergency numbers
Police
911
Medical / Ambulance
911
Fire
911
U.S. Embassy
+599-9-433-2200
Aruba travel health FAQ
Do I need vaccines to travel to Aruba?▼
For travel to Aruba, Routine Vaccines, COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Measles and Typhoid are recommended; 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 Aruba?▼
No — Aruba 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 Aruba?▼
From a travel-health standpoint, Aruba is currently rated low risk. Aruba 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 direct travel from the US, but required if coming from countries with yellow fever risk
What are the emergency phone numbers in Aruba?▼
Key emergency numbers in Aruba are Police 911, Medical / Ambulance 911, Fire 911 and U.S. Embassy +599-9-433-2200. 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.