Low riskAmericas · CaribbeanTurks and Caicos Islands Travel Health Guide
Low risk
Turks and Caicos Islands 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 to Turks and Caicos Islands, including infants 6-11 months old.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for all unvaccinated travelers of any age going to Turks and Caicos Islands.
Measles
Measles cases are rising worldwide. All travelers should be fully vaccinated with MMR vaccine, including infants 6-11 months who 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
Rabid dogs are not common in Turks and Caicos Islands. Rabies vaccines are available if needed. Consider pre-exposure vaccination if you'll have high-risk activities or limited access to medical care.
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever vaccine is not recommended and not required for entry to Turks and Caicos Islands.
Disease risks
Emergency numbers
Police
911
Medical / Ambulance
911
Fire
911
U.S. Embassy
+1-649-946-2847
Turks and Caicos Islands travel health FAQ
Do I need vaccines to travel to Turks and Caicos Islands?▼
For travel to Turks and Caicos Islands, 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 Turks and Caicos Islands?▼
No — Turks and Caicos Islands 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 Turks and Caicos Islands?▼
From a travel-health standpoint, Turks and Caicos Islands is currently rated low risk. Turks and Caicos Islands 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 Turks and Caicos Islands?▼
Key emergency numbers in Turks and Caicos Islands are Police 911, Medical / Ambulance 911, Fire 911 and U.S. Embassy +1-649-946-2847. 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.