Palau

Ensure you are up-to-date on routine vaccinations before travel.

Ensure all routine vaccinations are up-to-date before travel.

Ensure you are up to date on routine vaccines before every trip.

To prevent diseases such as dengue and Zika, which are transmitted by mosquitoes.

Recommended for all travelers due to potential exposure.

To reduce the risk of mosquito-borne diseases during travel.

Routine vaccination is recommended for all travelers, especially adults.

If traveling to small towns or rural areas and there are food/water safety concerns.

Recommended for all travelers to Palau due to the potential for food and waterborne illness.

Routine vaccination, particularly for younger travelers and children.

Maintain updated routine vaccinations for health protection.

Ensure Tdap vaccination is current, especially for adults.

Before traveling, ensure all routine vaccinations are up-to-date.

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Palau. If rabies exposures occur while in Palau, rabies vaccines may only be available in larger suburban/urban medical facilities. Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.

Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.

Recommended for most travelers, especially those staying with friends or relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.

Typhoid - CDC Yellow Book Typhoid fever vaccines licensed in the U.S.

Recommended for all travelers to protect against COVID-19 transmission during travel.

For travelers involved in activities that may expose them to bats or other mammals.

Practice food and water safety to prevent traveler's diarrhea and other foodborne diseases.

Eat only food that is cooked and served hot; avoid raw fruits and vegetables that you cannot peel yourself.

Use insect repellent and wear protective clothing to prevent diseases spread by mosquitoes and other insects.

Use repellent containing DEET, Picaridin, or IR3535.

Practice food and water precautions to prevent diarrheal illnesses.

Eat only food that is cooked and served hot; avoid raw or undercooked foods. Drink only bottled or boiled water.

Considered for travelers who might have sexual contact with a new partner, get a tattoo or piercing, or have medical procedures.

Recommended for most travelers, as it can be contracted through contaminated food or water.

Recommended to prevent insect bites, especially in outdoor activities.

Recommended for most travelers, especially those staying with friends or relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.

To protect against COVID-19 transmission while traveling.

Recommended for travelers who may have sexual contact with local residents or require medical treatment.

Recommended for travelers who may eat or drink in areas of risk of contaminated food and water.

Recommended for all travelers since Hepatitis A can be transmitted through food and water.

Good hygiene practices are always recommended to prevent infections.

Recommended for all travelers for emergencies and health coverage.

To prevent accidents and health issues related to water activities.

Protection against mosquito-borne diseases is advised, particularly during evening hours.

Recommended for travelers engaging in activities that involve potential exposure to blood and bodily fluids.

Strongly recommended to prevent infection before travel.

Consider if the traveler plans to engage with animals, especially in rural areas.

Assess based on personal health status before travel.

Ensure vaccination is completed prior to international travel for protection.

Insect prevention is important due to potential diseases transmitted by mosquitoes.

Consider if you might have sexual contact with a new partner, get a tattoo or piercing, or have medical procedures.