Travel vaccinations for Mexico
One of the most popular long-haul beach destinations from Kent, from Cancun resorts to Mayan ruins and Mexico City.
Resort-based holidays around Cancun and the Riviera Maya generally carry a lower health risk profile than independent travel through rural or highland regions.
Mexico City and cultural itineraries bring different food and water hygiene considerations than an all-inclusive stay.
Assessed individually
Vaccines commonly discussed for Mexico
- Hepatitis A and B combinedMost travellers. Commonly recommendedFull course £195
- TyphoidMost travellers. Recommended for most travellers, particularly those travelling independently or eating widely outside resortsFull course £50
- Diphtheria, tetanus and polioEveryone - check you are up to date. Booster if it's been over 10 yearsFull course £50
No vaccine for this
Malaria in Mexico
Considered very low risk in most tourist areas, including the Riviera Maya and Mexico City.
Antimalarial tablets and pricesBeyond the jabs
Before you go
- Food and water hygiene outside resort settings
- Mosquito bite prevention for dengue
- Sun protection
- Entry requirements
- UK passport holders can generally visit visa-free for short tourist stays; check current rules.
- When to go
- November to April is generally drier across much of the country.
Common questions
Travelling to Mexico
Is an all-inclusive Cancun holiday lower risk than travelling independently?
Generally, yes - resort stays with controlled food and water sources tend to carry lower risk than independent travel through more rural areas, but routine precautions are still worth discussing.
