Low riskAsia · Western AsiaKuwait Travel Health Guide
Low risk
Kuwait carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B.
Overall risk
Low risk
Malaria
None
Best time to visit
Year-round
Recommended vaccines
Routine vaccines
Make sure you're up-to-date on all routine vaccines including chickenpox, tetanus, flu, MMR, polio, and shingles.
COVID-19
Stay up-to-date with COVID-19 vaccines before traveling.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A vaccine is recommended for all travelers to Kuwait age 1 and older. Special dosing may be needed for infants, older adults, or those with health conditions.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for unvaccinated travelers under 60. Those 60 and older may also choose to get vaccinated.
Measles
All travelers should be fully vaccinated with MMR vaccine at least 2 weeks before travel due to rising measles cases worldwide.
Typhoid
Typhoid vaccine is recommended for most travelers to Kuwait, especially if staying with friends/relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.
Rabies
Rabies vaccine may be recommended depending on your activities and ability to get treatment if exposed. Rabid dogs are sometimes found in Kuwait, but vaccines are typically available.
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever vaccine is not recommended and not required for entry to Kuwait.
Disease risks
Emergency numbers
Police
112
Medical / Ambulance
112
Fire
112
U.S. Embassy
+965-2259-1001
Kuwait travel health FAQ
Do I need vaccines to travel to Kuwait?▼
For travel to Kuwait, 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 Kuwait?▼
No — Kuwait 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 Kuwait?▼
From a travel-health standpoint, Kuwait is currently rated low risk. Kuwait carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B.
What are the emergency phone numbers in Kuwait?▼
Key emergency numbers in Kuwait are Police 112, Medical / Ambulance 112, Fire 112 and U.S. Embassy +965-2259-1001. 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.