United Kingdom - Northern Ireland

Recommended Vaccinations For United Kingdom - Northern Ireland

For Some Travellers

Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) Vaccine

A dose of Measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine is recommended for infants aged 6 to 11 months.

Tick-Borne Encephalitis Vaccine

Vaccination against tick-borne encephalitis is recommended if travelling where contact with ticks might occur (camping, hiking, outdoor activities) during early spring to late autumn.

Rabies Vaccine

Vaccination against rabies is recommended for travellers whose activities or employment may bring them into direct contact with wild animals or bats (i.e. adventure travellers, veterinarians, wildlife professionals, researchers, etc.).

Hepatitis A Vaccine

There is a low risk of exposure to hepatitis A for this country, however, the vaccination is recommended.

Hepatitis B Vaccine

Hepatitis B vaccine is often recommended for travellers to this country.

Recommended Medications For United Kingdom - Northern Ireland

There are no recommendations for United Kingdom - Northern Ireland at this time.

Diseases To Be Aware of for United Kingdom - Northern Ireland

For Some Travellers

Measles

A dose of Measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine is recommended for infants aged 6 to 11 months.

Tuberculosis

Travellers to this country are at risk for tuberculosis if visiting sick friends or family, working in the healthcare field, or having close prolonged contact with an infected person.

Hanta Virus

There is a risk of acquiring Hanta Virus in this country through the consumption of food and water contaminated by an infected rodent or through rodent bites.

Tick-Borne Encephalitis

There is a risk of Tick-borne Encephalitis in some areas of this country. The transmission season varies, however, ticks are most active during early spring to late autumn.

Polio

The United Kingdom reported circulating vaccine-derived poliovirus type 2 (cVDPV2) detected in environmental (sewage) samples in London in May 2022. All travellers should take care with personal and food hygeine.

Rabies

Rabies has not been reported in the United Kingdom and is considered a low risk for travellers, However, it may occur in bats.

Hepatitis A

There is a low risk of exposure to hepatitis A for this country.

Hepatitis B

Hepatitis B occurs in this country.

Safety & Security in United Kingdom - Northern Ireland

Personal Safety

Most visitors to the United Kingdom do not experience problems. There are no serious security or safety concerns, however, maintain an appropriate level of personal safety awareness at all times. Petty crime does occur, especially in tourist areas. Regular strikes can occur across several industries, including ambulance services, hospitals and public transport. Check National Rail or the Transport for London websites for the latest service updates. Penalties for possessing, using or trafficking illegal drugs are severe. They include imprisonment and fines.

Extreme Violence

There has been an increase in terrorist attacks in the UK, causing injury and death. Since March 2017, four attacks have occurred in London and one in Manchester. The UK Government’s national terrorism threat level is ‘substantial’, meaning it assesses an attack is likely. On 28 March 2023, the terrorism threat level for Northern Ireland was raised from ‘substantial’ to ‘severe’, meaning an attack is highly likely.

Political Unrest

Demonstrations may occur with little or no warning in cities. Avoid any protests, political gatherings or marches. Follow the advice of local authorities.