High riskAfrica · Middle AfricaEquatorial Guinea Travel Health Guide
High risk
Equatorial Guinea carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. Malaria risk exists throughout Equatorial Guinea. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B. Yellow fever vaccine is recommended for all travelers 9 months and older. It's required for entry if coming from countries with yellow fever risk, but not required if traveling directly from the US.
Overall risk
High risk
Malaria
Present
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 your COVID-19 vaccines before traveling.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A vaccine is recommended for all travelers to Equatorial Guinea age 1 year and older, including infants 6-11 months.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for all unvaccinated travelers to Equatorial Guinea.
Measles
Measles cases are rising worldwide. Make sure you're fully vaccinated with MMR vaccine at least 2 weeks before travel, including early vaccination for infants 6-11 months.
Typhoid
Typhoid vaccine is recommended for most travelers to Equatorial Guinea, especially if staying with friends/relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.
Rabies
Rabid dogs are commonly found in Equatorial Guinea. Consider pre-exposure rabies vaccination if you'll be doing activities with animal exposure risk or may have difficulty accessing treatment quickly.
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever vaccine is recommended for all travelers 9 months and older. It's required for entry if coming from countries with yellow fever risk, but not required if traveling directly from the US.
Disease risks
Malaria
Malaria risk exists throughout Equatorial Guinea. Take prescription antimalarial medication as recommended by your doctor, starting before travel and continuing during and after your trip.
Traveler's Diarrhea
All areas; poor water and food safety standards.
Malaria risk
Malaria is present in this destination. Prophylaxis medication is recommended.
Malaria risk exists throughout Equatorial Guinea. Take prescription antimalarial medication as recommended by your doctor, starting before travel and continuing during and after your trip.
Emergency numbers
Police
114
Medical / Ambulance
115
Fire
112
U.S. Embassy
+221-33-879-4000
Equatorial Guinea travel health FAQ
Do I need vaccines to travel to Equatorial Guinea?▼
For travel to Equatorial Guinea, 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 Equatorial Guinea?▼
Yes — malaria is present in Equatorial Guinea. Antimalarial prophylaxis is recommended for most travelers, alongside insect-bite precautions such as repellent and treated bed nets.
Is it safe to travel to Equatorial Guinea?▼
From a travel-health standpoint, Equatorial Guinea is currently rated high risk. Equatorial Guinea carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. Malaria risk exists throughout Equatorial Guinea. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B. Yellow fever vaccine is recommended for all travelers 9 months and older. It's required for entry if coming from countries with yellow fever risk, but not required if traveling directly from the US.
What are the emergency phone numbers in Equatorial Guinea?▼
Key emergency numbers in Equatorial Guinea are Police 114, Medical / Ambulance 115, Fire 112 and U.S. Embassy +221-33-879-4000. 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.