Do You Need Vaccines to Travel to Wallis & Futuna?

Currently, travellers are not required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination, recovery, or a negative test result to enter Wallis and Futuna.

Entry requirements can change, so we recommend checking the latest official government advice before travelling. If any policies are updated, we will revise this page accordingly, along with our full guide on What Documents Do I Need to Travel to Wallis and Futuna?

If you're travelling to Wallis and Futuna from a country where yellow fever is present (or you've recently passed through one), you'll need to show proof of vaccination when you arrive.

Here's the thing though, vaccination requirements can change more often than you might expect. Since the last WHO update, health authorities have noticed that some countries are tightening their rules and may now require vaccination certificates from all travellers, regardless of where they're coming from.

We'd strongly recommend checking the latest entry requirements with local health authorities before you travel (trust us, it's much easier to sort this out beforehand than at the border).

When it comes to getting your yellow fever vaccination, you can't just pop into any clinic. You'll need to visit an authorised vaccination centre that can issue official yellow fever certificates, this is usually certain doctors, specialised travel clinics, or designated vaccination offices.

Despite the list of recommended vaccinations, the likelihood of visitors to Wallis and Futuna getting an infectious disease is very slim, but some of the listed diseases below have been found in rare cases of travellers visiting Wallis and Futuna. Illnesses like dengue fever and chikungunya (see in the "Health Issues to Be Aware of in Wallis and Futuna" section below) are more likely but there are no vaccines available for prevention.

Either way, it’s always a good idea to make sure your routine vaccinations are up-to-date (adults require boosters for some vaccines), and get the travel vaccinations that we list below to stay on the safe side.

Visit your travel clinic or GP 4-6 weeks before your trip to get up-to-date information on which vaccines are best to have for Wallis and Futuna. When you get vaccines for you or your children, make sure to keep a record of them – many practices offer a “Travel Vaccination Passport”.

Very importantly, ensure you have eaten before you get a vaccination.

Travel Vaccinations for Wallis and Futuna

Hepatitis A Vaccine

Hepatitis A spreads through food and water. While most people recover completely from hepatitis A, the vaccine is close to 100% protective.

Hepatitis B Vaccine

Hepatitis B spreads through blood and body fluids and is much more serious than hepatitis A. While treatment is complex, the prevention vaccine is highly effective.

Typhoid Vaccine

Typhoid is a disease spread through food and water where there have been minor typhoid outbreaks in Wallis and Futuna in recent history. The typhoid vaccine typically lasts two years.

COVID-19 Vaccine

Although most of the population in Wallis and Futuna is vaccinated against COVID-19, it can still be prevalent in travellers to and from the country. It's best to be vaccinated to prevent/decrease symptoms.

Routine Vaccinations

Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR) Vaccine

The MMR vaccine is given to children as routine in many countries. The vaccine is recommended to anyone unvaccinated, as Wallis and Futuna has experienced a measles epidemic in recent history. An adult booster is also recommended.

Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis (TDAP) Vaccine

These airborne diseases are also spread through wounds. While this is a routine vaccination in children in many countries, an adult booster is recommended, particularly for pertussis.

Polio Vaccine

Polio spreads through food and water. The polio vaccine is considered routine for children in many countries. A single adult booster vaccine is recommended.

Meningitis Vaccine

Meningococcal disease, which causes meningitis, is an airborne disease that has been an issue in local communities in Wallis and Futuna in recent years. The vaccine is recommended to anyone unvaccinated or at an increased risk.

While Wallis and Futuna is safe for most travellers, there are a few slightly more common medical issues experienced in Wallis and Futuna. Take a look at the list below of some that you need to be aware of. For more information on symptoms, see Wallis & Futuna Safety Tips: Is it Safe to Travel to Wallis & Futuna?

Dengue Fever

Dengue fever is a mosquito-transmitted disease that has regular outbreaks in Wallis and Futuna. While there is no vaccine for dengue fever, the best way to prevent it is to avoid being bitten by day-biting mosquitoes. See the 10 Best Insect Repellents for Wallis & Futuna + How to Treat & Avoid Bites.

Chikungunya

Another mosquito-transmitted disease, chikungunya, has also had outbreaks in Wallis and Futuna. There is no vaccine for chikungunya, but the best way to prevent it is to avoid mosquito bites. Again, see the 10 Best Insect Repellents for Wallis & Futuna + How to Treat & Avoid Bites for prevention methods.

Zika Virus

Zika virus is a mosquito-transmitted disease that, although producing mild symptoms, can be severe for pregnant or breastfeeding women who can pass on the infection to their child with a risk of serious brain anomalies and microcephaly. Again, see the 10 Best Insect Repellents for Wallis & Futuna + How to Treat & Avoid Bites for prevention methods.

Heatstroke

Heatstroke is caused by long periods of sun exposure. It can be prevented by applying high-factor sunscreen every three hours, covering up exposed skin, staying in the shade at midday, and drinking plenty of water. Check out our recommended sunscreens and sun protection advice in The Best Sunscreens for Wallis & Futuna + Sun Protection Tips.

E. coli (Traveller’s Diarrhoea)

E. coli is a bacterium resulting from contaminated food and water. Precautions to take include boiling water for at least 10 minutes if the water is not from a safe source and washing hands regularly. See more tips for making sure you have access to safe drinking water in our guide, Is the Water Safe to Drink in Wallis & Futuna?

Ciguatera

Ciguatera is fish poisoning caused by eating reef fish that have eaten particular types of seaweed. The best way to prevent it is to avoid eating reef fish; most restaurants and accommodations serve bluewater fish, which are not susceptible to carrying the disease.

Get more tips for staying safe and healthy using our Wallis & Futuna Safety Tips.