Afghanistan

The malaria risk is moderate in the areas below 2500 m, including Kabul. We recommend the use of of mosquito-repellent measures from dusk till morning. Because of the political situation and disrupted health service, taking malaria tablets or carrying a standby emergency treatment is recommended for all travellers. 

There is no risk of malaria in the areas above 2500 m. 

In case of fever during or after your journey, get tested for malaria as soon as possible.

Insects can transmit diseases such as dengue and leishmaniasis.

Protect yourself against insects. 

Ticks can transmit diseases.

Dogs and other mammals can be infected with rabies.

You may experience altitude sickness in areas above 2500 metres.

Tuberculosis

Read these tips before you leave.

Hepatitis A vaccination is recommended for all travellers.

• COVID-19
• Tetanus-diphtheria-pertussis 
• Polio  
• Measles-mumps-rubella:
  • Check your vaccination status. Early measles vaccination is recommended for some young children.

A single booster of polio vaccination is recommended for all travellers to Asia or Africa aged 16 years or older.

Polio vaccination is compulsory for all travellers who will be spending more than four weeks in this country. This vaccination must be administered at least four weeks and no more than twelve months prior to departure from the country and must be registered in an International Certificate of Vaccination and Prophylaxis.

Discuss with your doctor whether one of the following vaccinations is recommended for you:

• Typhoid fever
• Rabies
• Hepatitis B
• Influenza
• Pneumococci