South Korea (Republic of Korea)

Latest update: 19 April 2023 - Authors: Mieke Croughs, Ula Maniewski-Kelner

This page contains the main health risks for travellers and general recommendations. Travel conditions are different for everyone and each patient's health condition varies. Discuss your trip during a travel consultation with your doctor or in a travel clinic, preferably six to eight weeks before departure.

Check the current security situation on the federal government website.

Important health risks

There is a low malaria risk in the north on the border with North Korea from April till November. We recommend the use of mosquito-repellent measures from dusk till morning.

There is no malaria risk in the rest of the country along the border with North Korea from December till March.

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

Japanese encephalitis occurs in the entire country, mainly from May to November.

Protect yourself against insects.

Ticks can transmit diseases such as Lyme disease.

Take a look at the general preventive measures related to COVID-19.

Carefully read the entry conditions and local measures of this country.

Read these tips before you leave.

Vaccinations

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

Hepatitis A vaccination is recommended for Jamboree 2023 participants.

Vaccination against meningococcal ACWY is recommended for Jamboree 2023 participants.

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

Read these tips before your departure!

Travel in good health

Travellers with additional considerations

Additional preventive tips may be useful for you:

Chronic condition

Pregnant or pregnancy wish

Children

Visiting friend and family

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