Yellow fever vaccine and certificate, in one visit
You get the vaccine and your International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis (ICVP) at the same appointment.
International certificate of vaccination
Vaccine
Yellow fever
Valid from
10 days after vaccination
Valid until
Life of the person
Centre
Lyneham Pharmacy
Your certificate needs 10 days to become valid
Your certificate will be valid in time. Book any time in the next 5 days.
Who needs it
Travellers to parts of Africa and South America, and anyone whose destination asks for a certificate on entry.
Check your destinationWhat to bring
Your travel dates and route, a list of medicines you take, and any old certificate if you have one.
Lost your certificate?
If you were vaccinated with us, we may be able to issue a replacement. Call us to check.
Who it’s for
- Travellers aged 9 months and over going to areas with a risk of yellow fever transmission.
- Travellers who need a certificate to enter a country, usually because they are arriving from, or have transited through, a country with yellow fever risk.
Schedule
- Course
- One injection.
- When to have it
- At least 10 days before travel. The certificate only becomes valid 10 days after vaccination.
- How long it lasts
- The certificate is valid for life. A second dose is only advised for a small number of people.
- Age
- From 9 months.
Good to know
- Only registered yellow fever vaccination centres can give this vaccine and issue the International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis.
- It is a live vaccine and is not suitable for everyone. It is usually avoided in people with a weakened immune system, a thymus disorder or a severe egg allergy, and needs careful assessment in pregnancy, breastfeeding and people aged 60 and over.
- NaTHNaC advises that people aged 60 or over should not be given the vaccine for travel only to areas with a low potential for exposure, because of a higher risk of serious side effects.
- A medical exemption letter can be issued where the vaccine is unsuitable but a certificate is required.
Yellow fever questions
Can any pharmacy give the yellow fever vaccine?+
No. Only registered Yellow Fever Vaccination Centres can give it and issue the International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis (ICVP). Lyneham Pharmacy is a registered centre.
When does my yellow fever certificate become valid?+
Ten days after your first yellow fever vaccine. If you fly sooner than that, call us on 01249 892813 before booking, because some countries check certificates on arrival.
How long does the certificate last?+
For life. Certificates issued since 11 July 2016 are valid for the life of the person, and older certificates are also accepted as valid for life, so they do not need to be reissued.
I have lost my yellow fever certificate. What can I do?+
A registered centre can issue a replacement if the original is lost or badly damaged and there is an accurate record of your previous vaccination. If you were vaccinated with us, call us to check. NaTHNaC cannot reissue certificates.
What if I cannot have the vaccine for medical reasons?+
The pharmacist who assesses you at a registered centre may be able to give you a medical letter of exemption. It is only valid for one trip, and some countries may still refuse entry or ask for other measures.
Who should not have the yellow fever vaccine?+
It is a live vaccine. It is usually avoided in babies under 9 months, during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and in people with a weakened immune system, a thymus disorder or a severe egg allergy. People aged 60 or over have a higher risk of rare side effects, so we only give it when the trip really needs it.
Is my certificate included?+
Yes. You get your International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis (ICVP) at the same visit. It becomes valid 10 days after the vaccine and lasts for life.
How many doses of the Yellow Fever vaccine do I need?+
The usual course is a single dose. Your pharmacist confirms the right schedule for you, and some courses can be speeded up if you are travelling soon.
How much does the Yellow Fever vaccine cost?+
£85 per dose. Your consultation is included.
Do I need a GP referral?+
No. Book directly with us and bring details of any medicines you take and vaccines you have had before.
Clinical content by Lyneham Pharmacy and Travel Clinic (GPhC registered pharmacy 9010716).