Moderate riskEurope · Northern EuropeGuernsey Travel Health Guide
Moderate risk
Guernsey carries a CDC Level 2 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis B, Measles.
Overall risk
Moderate risk
Malaria
None
Best time to visit
Year-round
Recommended vaccines
Routine Vaccines
Make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines including chickenpox, DTP, flu, MMR, polio, and shingles before traveling.
COVID-19
Stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines before traveling.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for unvaccinated travelers under 60, and may be considered for those 60 and older.
Measles
Get fully vaccinated against measles with MMR vaccine at least two weeks before travel, including early doses for infants 6-11 months.
Polio
Polio vaccination is recommended due to poliovirus being identified in the UK. Adults may need a booster, and unvaccinated travelers should complete the series before travel.
Hepatitis A
Consider hepatitis A vaccination if visiting smaller cities, villages, rural areas, or planning to eat street food.
Rabies
Rabies pre-exposure vaccination may be considered based on your activities and ability to access treatment if exposed. Rabid dogs are not commonly found in the UK and vaccines are typically available.
Tick-borne Encephalitis
Avoid tick bites and learn about tick-borne encephalitis risks at your destination.
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever vaccine is not recommended and not required for entry to the UK.
Disease risks
Guernsey travel health FAQ
Do I need vaccines to travel to Guernsey?▼
For travel to Guernsey, Routine Vaccines, COVID-19, Hepatitis B, Measles and Polio are recommended; Hepatitis A, 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 Guernsey?▼
No — Guernsey 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 Guernsey?▼
From a travel-health standpoint, Guernsey is currently rated moderate risk. Guernsey carries a CDC Level 2 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis B, Measles.
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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.