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Vaccination against yellow fever is advised if you're travelling to areas where there's a risk of getting yellow fever.Some countries require a proof of vaccination certificate before they let you enter the country.Yellow fever occurs in some areas of tropical Africa and Central and South America. More information about yellow fever and areas where it's found is available on Travel Health Pro.A single dose of the yellow fever vaccine is thought to provide lifelong protection. For most people, a booster dose is no longer recommended.You must have a yellow fever vaccination at least 10 days before you travel. You will also need to complete a yellow fever vaccination checklist to make sure you can have the vaccine.Find out more about the yellow fever vaccination checklist on the Travel Health Pro websiteYou should be issued with an International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis when you have the vaccine. This certificate is valid for life.Some people cannot have the yellow fever vaccine.Read more about the yellow fever vaccine and who can have it.
