Travel Health
Vaccinations Qatar
For Qatar, LCR recommends DTP, Yellow fever, Hepatitis A, Measles, Mosquitoes, Rabies, among others.
General advice
DTP
DTP vaccination is recommended for all travelers. Get the vaccination against DTP before you go to this country.
Yellow fever
There is no risk of yellow fever in this country. However, if you come from an other country where there is a risk of yellow fever, the vaccination is compulsory and must be given at least ten days prior to arrival. Ask an expert (doctor/nurse) at a travel vaccination centre if you need a vaccination.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A vaccination is recommended for all travelers. Get the vaccination before you go to this country.
Measles
There is a higher risk that you will get measles in this country. Were you born after 1965, and have you never had measles? And have you never had a vaccination against measles? Get a vaccination against measles. Also vaccinate your children if they are older than 6 months and if they have not yet been vaccinated against Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR, or in Dutch: ‘BMR’) as part of the National Immunisation Programme .
Mosquitoes
There are illnesses in this country that you can get from mosquitoes, for example zika virus, chikungunya and dengue (break-bone fever). Protect yourself well against mosquito bites during the day (between sunrise and sunset). See also the leaflet ' Muggenwering op reis ' (available in Dutch).
Rabies
Mammals in this country may have rabies. Avoid any contact with mammals. Before you travel to this country, ask an expert (doctor/nurse) at a travel vaccination centre if you need a vaccination against rabies.
Depends on your trip
Hepatitis B
Some people need to get a vaccination against hepatitis B before they go to this country. Get advice from an expert (doctor/nurse) at a travel vaccination centre.
Source: National Coordination Centre for Travellers' Health (LCR). Last updated June 18, 2026 · Open the LCR page
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Frequently asked questions
- Which vaccinations are required for Qatar?
- LCR does not list a vaccination that is required for entry to Qatar. Recommended vaccines include DTP, Yellow fever, Hepatitis A, Measles, Mosquitoes, Rabies.
- Which vaccinations are recommended for Qatar?
- According to LCR, travel to Qatar typically includes: DTP, Yellow fever, Hepatitis A, Measles, Mosquitoes, Rabies. Whether you need them depends on your health, trip length and activities.
- When should I get travel vaccinations?
- Book a travel clinic appointment 4 to 6 weeks before departure. Some vaccines need more than one dose.