Vaccine USA

Medicinsk granskad

Senast uppdaterad: October 13, 2025

The United States is a popular destination, offering iconic cities, national parks, and a diverse culture. Before your trip, it's important to review your vaccination protection. You should be vaccinated against measles, tetanus, polio, and hepatitis B. Depending on your age and the purpose of your trip, you may also need protection against hepatitis A, rabies, meningococcal disease, and chickenpox.At VaccinDirekt, we are experts in travel vaccinations and personalised travel advice. We always make an individual assessment based on your travel plans, previous vaccinations, and current health situation to ensure you receive the best possible protection for your trip to the USA.

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Common vaccines for travel to USA

Prepare for your trip to USA

To make your journey as safe and worry-free as possible, it's important to prepare in advance. Here you'll find our tips on vaccinations, travel health advice, disease prevention, and other practical information.

Get vaccinated in time

For full protection, it's important to start your vaccinations well in advance - ideally at least one month before departure. Some vaccines require multiple doses, while others need time to take effect.
Have you booked a last-minute trip or forgotten your vaccinations? Come in as soon as possible - we'll always do our best to give you the best possible protection based on your situation.

Prepare for your travel consultation

We are one of Sweden’s leading experts in travel vaccinations and stay up to date on the current situation in USA. During your visit, we make an individual assessment based on your previous vaccinations, travel plans, and current information about disease occurrence or outbreaks in the country.At your appointment, we go through:

Your previous vaccinations
Your travel plans - how long and where you will be staying
Current outbreaks and recommendations

Health advice for the USA

The United States generally has high hygiene standards and well-functioning healthcare, but there are still some things to keep in mind:

Make sure you have comprehensive travel insurance - medical costs can be high.
Use sunscreen and stay hydrated when visiting warmer regions such as Florida, Texas, and California.
When travelling in nature areas, protect yourself against tick-borne diseases by wearing covering clothing and using tick repellent.

Important things to keep in mind

In addition to vaccinations and mosquito protection, remember to:

Travel pharmacy: Bring any essential medications from home
Insurance: Check that your health and travel insurance provides coverage abroad
Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs (UD): Read the latest travel advice on Sweden Abroad
Local healthcare: Find out where to seek medical care if needed during your trip

Vaccinations for children and adolescents in the USA

Children and adolescents generally need the same basic vaccinations as adults when travelling to the USA. Before starting school, an exchange year, or studies at a college or university, vaccination certificates may be required - often for MMR (measles, mumps, rubella), Tdap (diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis), meningococcal disease, chickenpox, and hepatitis B. Bring an updated vaccination record in English - we'll help you review your protection and provide the necessary certificates.

Mosquito protection in the USA

In some parts of the United States, mosquito-borne diseases such as dengue (mainly in the southern regions), chikungunya, West Nile fever, and occasionally Zika can occur. Reduce the risk by:

Using insect repellent on skin and clothing
Wearing long-sleeved clothing in the evening and at night
Sleeping in rooms with air conditioning or mosquito nets, and avoiding standing water near your accommodation

You can purchase high-quality insect repellents and treated mosquito nets from us.

Get vaccinated with us

Book appointment or drop in

Book your appointment through our website or visit us for drop-in. We’re close to you, with 44 clinics across the country and mobile vaccination units (FästingBussar) during the season.

Fill in your health form

Before your visit, you’ll need to fill in a health declaration - either digitally or on-site. If you’re vaccinating a child, don’t forget to bring the consent form.

Log in to My Pages

We keep a record of all your vaccinations. Track your vaccination history and receive reminders by logging in to My Pages or by downloading our app!

About the USA

The United States is the world's third-largest country, offering an incredible variety of experiences - from vibrant cities like New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago to national parks such as the Grand Canyon and Yellowstone. The country is known for its multicultural population, unique culinary experiences, and iconic landmarks like the Statue of Liberty and the Golden Gate Bridge.The diverse climate makes the USA a year-round destination, but depending on where you travel, heat, cold, and high altitude can all affect your trip. Proper vaccinations, good travel insurance, and basic health precautions contribute to a safer and more enjoyable stay.

Why choose VaccinDirekt?

VaccinDirekt is one of Sweden’s leading providers of vaccination services. We operate clinics and mobile vaccination units (FästingBussar) across the country. Our specialists in vaccinations and travel health ensure you receive the right protection for your needs. Welcome for drop-in visits or booked appointments!