Do I need a vaccine for meningitis to go to Peru?

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I'm going to Peru, and maybe Bolivia and Chile, in April. I've been suggested to take a meningitis vaccine. Is it recommended? I come from Europe.






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Can I travel to Peru without a vaccine?

Peruvians, resident foreigners, and non-resident foreigners 12 years of age or older who are not fully vaccinated must present a molecular test with a negative result (within 48 hours) prior to boarding an incoming flight to Peru, in accordance with current health regulations.

Which countries require meningitis vaccine?

Countries with required meningococcal vaccination for travellers include The Gambia, Indonesia, Lebanon, Libya, the Philippines, and most importantly and extensively Saudi Arabia for Muslims visiting or working in Mecca and Medina during the Hajj or Umrah pilgrimages.

Do you need vaccinations for Machu Picchu?

Proof of yellow fever vaccination is not required for entry into Peru, and travelers limiting their itineraries to Lima, Cusco, Machu Picchu, and the Inca Trail do not need yellow fever vaccination. Many travelers, however, choose to acclimate and/or stay in Aguas Calientes before taking the bus to the Inca citadel.

What percentage of Peru is fully vaccinated?

Peru has administered at least 76,738,594 doses of COVID vaccines so far. Assuming every person needs 2 doses, that's enough to have vaccinated about 118% of the country's population.



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