Information on this page is only intended as a guide to the travel vaccinations recommended for this country
Cape Verde is a group of islands located off the west coast of Africa
Recommended Travel Vaccines for Cape Verde
| ALL TRAVELLERS | SOME TRAVELLERS | COURSE* | |
| Hepatitis A |  | 2 weeks before travel 1 dose | |
| Tetanus | | Anytime before travel 1 dose | |
| Typhoid | | 2 weeks before travel 1 dose | |
| Cholera | | 6 weeks before travel 2 doses | |
| Diphtheria | | Anytime before travel 1 dose | |
| Hepatitis B | | 3 weeks before travel 3 doses | |
| MMR | | 1 month before travel 2 doses | |
| Typhoid | | 2 weeks before travel 1 dose | |
| Yellow Fever | | 10 days before travel 1 dose |
*Vaccination schedules are approximate and are calculated based on the first dose. Schedules are subject to change depending on your individual needs and will be discussed in your appointment. These are the minimum times required to complete courses or for vaccines to become fully effective. You can always start your course of vaccinations earlier than stated, as vaccines work best when your body has time to process them. Your Travel Nurse will discuss any health implications in your appointment
Yellow Fever in Cape Verde
There is a risk of Yellow Fever in Cape Verde.
Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for travellers over 9 months of age and travellers having transited for more than 12 hours through an airport of a country with risk of yellow fever transmission.
Malaria Risk in Cape Verde
Malaria is present in Cape Verde.
There is no vaccination for Malaria, you will need to take Antimalarial tablets as it is a high risk area. We recommend you have a consultation with our expert Travel Nurses to talk through your Antimalarial medication options.
For a detailed map of the Malaria risk in this country, click here (Source: fitfortravel)
Other Health Risks
Dengue Fever in Cape Verde
There is a risk of Dengue Fever. It is spread by a species of mosquito called Aedes aegypti, otherwise known as the ‘tiger mosquito’ which mainly bites during the day. The illness is widespread throughout the tropics and subtropics, affecting over 100 countries with approximately 50 million cases globally a year. Currently most infections occur in SE Asia, South and Central America, Mexico, Africa, Indian sub-continent, Hawaii and the Pacific. There is currently no vaccination against Dengue Fever, it is therefore important to protect yourself during the day with bite avoidance products like DEET. For more information – click here.
Zika Virus in Cape Verde
Zika is a viral infection transmitted by daytime biting mosquitoes. These mosquitoes bite an infected person and then spread the infection to others when they bite again. Pregnant women are advised not to travel into Zika regions, and male partners must use condoms for 6 months after travel into affected areas to prevent sexual transmission of the disease to a pregnant partner. If planning pregnancy, female travellers should avoid getting pregnant for at least 8 weeks after being in a Zika region. Whereas men must avoid getting a woman pregnant for at least 6 months following travel into a Zika region as the virus can survive in sperm for much longer and can be sexually transmitted. For more information – click here.
We recommend you book a consultation with one of our specialist Travel Health Nurses to determine the exact vaccinations recommended for you based on a bespoke risk assessment that will take into account your itinerary, medical history, activities and length of travel, which are all risk factors affecting your immunisation recommendations. If you would like to book with us please call 01341 555 061 or click here. For the most up to date information, visit Fit For Travel and search for the countries you are travelling to.
