Tuvalu Health Care and Vaccinations

Title Special precautions
Diphtheria

Sometimes

Hepatitis A

Yes

Malaria

No

Rabies

No

Tetanus

Yes

Typhoid

Yes

Yellow Fever

No

Travellers are recommended to take out full medical insurance before departure. Tuvalu's only hospital is in Funafuti; the outer islands only have trained nurses. More serious and complicated problems may require medicinal evacuation to Fiji or Australia.

Food and drink

All water is stored in tanks and supply is limited so visitors are advised to use water sparingly and take local advice.

Other risks

Vaccinations against tuberculosis and hepatitis B are sometimes advised.

Visa and passport information is updated regularly and is correct at the time of publishing. You should verify critical travel information independently with the relevant embassy before you travel.