Low riskAsia · South-Eastern AsiaSingapore Travel Health Guide
Low risk
Singapore 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 unvaccinated travelers over 1 year old. Special dosing applies for infants and high-risk travelers.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for unvaccinated travelers under 60. Those 60 and older may choose to get vaccinated.
Measles
All international travelers should be fully vaccinated with MMR vaccine at least 2 weeks before travel. Infants 6-11 months need an early dose.
Typhoid
Typhoid vaccine is recommended for most travelers, especially if staying with friends/relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.
Rabies
Rabies risk is low in Singapore and vaccines are available if needed. Pre-exposure vaccination depends on your planned activities and access to medical care.
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever vaccine is not recommended for disease prevention in Singapore, but is required for entry if coming from countries with yellow fever risk, including transit stops over 12 hours.
Disease risks
Emergency numbers
Police
999
Medical / Ambulance
995
Fire
995
U.S. Embassy
+65-6476-9100
Singapore travel health FAQ
Do I need vaccines to travel to Singapore?▼
For travel to Singapore, 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 Singapore?▼
No — Singapore 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 Singapore?▼
From a travel-health standpoint, Singapore is currently rated low risk. Singapore 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 Singapore?▼
Key emergency numbers in Singapore are Police 999, Medical / Ambulance 995, Fire 995 and U.S. Embassy +65-6476-9100. 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.