Travel vaccines for Morocco
Food and water hygiene and animal bites are the main things to plan for.
Vaccines for Morocco
Book this week to give your vaccines time to work.
Some courses can be speeded up. A yellow fever certificate becomes valid 10 days after your vaccine.
Current health alerts
- A small diphtheria outbreak with clusters in several regions was reported in September 2026. Check your booster is up to date.
Advised for most travellers
Advised for some travellers, depending on your trip
These are suggestions only and may differ from what our expert clinician advises at your consultation.
Entry rules
- There are no yellow fever certificate requirements.
- There is no risk of polio, but proof of polio vaccination may be needed by some travellers.
Malaria
No malaria risk.
- Malaria tablets are not needed for Morocco. Bite avoidance is still sensible.
Other health risks
Altitude
Mount Toubkal in the Atlas rises to 4,167 metres.
Schistosomiasis
Very low risk.
Food and water
Stomach upsets are common. Take care with food, water and hand hygiene.
More than one country?
Add each country when you book and we’ll plan for the whole route.
Common questions about Morocco
What vaccines do I need for Morocco?+
For most travellers, Hepatitis A, Diphtheria, Tetanus and Polio and Typhoid are advised. Others may be advised depending on your route, how long you stay and what you will be doing. Your pharmacist will only recommend what suits your trip.
Do I need malaria tablets for Morocco?+
No malaria risk. Malaria tablets are not needed for Morocco. Bite avoidance is still sensible.
Do I need a yellow fever certificate for Morocco?+
There are no yellow fever certificate requirements. There is no risk of polio, but proof of polio vaccination may be needed by some travellers.
How far in advance should I get vaccines for Morocco?+
Ideally six to eight weeks before you fly, so any courses can be finished. If you leave sooner, still book: many vaccines help close to departure.
Summarised from NaTHNaC TravelHealthPro, checked 10 November 2026. Advice can change, so we check it again at your appointment. Clinical content by Lyneham Pharmacy and Travel Clinic (GPhC registered pharmacy 9010716).
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