Travel Vaccines for Indonesia
Travelling to Indonesia from the UK?
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Vaccine recommendations depend on your destination, length of stay, accommodation, and planned activities. Below is an overview of commonly recommended or required travel vaccinations for UK travellers.
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We recommend booking your travel consultation in advance to assess your individual risk.
Hepatitis A Vaccine
Hepatitis A is recommended for most travellers to Indonesia.
It is spread through contaminated food and water and can occur in both tourist areas and rural regions.
Vaccination provides long-term protection and is strongly advised before travel.
Tetanus Booster
Tetanus protection is part of the UK routine immunisation programme, but boosters may be required if you are not up to date.
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Injuries and cuts while travelling can increase risk.
We will review your vaccination history during consultation.
Rabies Vaccine
Rabies is present in parts of Indonesia, including Bali.
Vaccination may be advised if:​
• Travelling to rural areas
• Likely contact with animals (especially monkeys and dogs)
• Staying long-term
• Limited access to medical care
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This is assessed individually during consultation.
Typhoid Vaccine
Typhoid is transmitted through contaminated food and drinking water.
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Risk increases when:
• Eating street food
• Visiting smaller islands or rural areas
• Staying for extended periods​
Hepatitis B Vaccine
Hepatitis B vaccination may be recommended for:
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• Extended stays
• Medical treatment abroad
• Close personal contact
• Tattoos or piercings
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Japanese Encephalitis Vaccine
Japanese Encephalitis is a mosquito-borne infection found in parts of Indonesia.
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Vaccination may be advised for:
• Rural or agricultural travel
• Long-term stays
• Outdoor activities
• Visiting smaller islands
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We will assess your risk based on your itinerary.