Before travel

Traveling is amazing – but preventable diseases can quickly ruin the experience. The vaccines you need depend on your destination, season, trip length, and previous vaccinations.

At VaccinDirekt, we specialize in travel vaccines and travel health advice. With over 50 years of experience and licensed nurses and doctors who stay up to date on global health risks, we offer personal guidance and the right protection before your trip. All our clinics keep vaccines in stock so you can travel with confidence.

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Preparing for your travel health consultation

Good preparation makes your travel health consultation smoother and more effective. Here are four steps to help you get the most out of your visit with us.

Book an appointment

Visit us well before your trip, preferably at least six weeks in advance. Some vaccines require multiple doses and time to build full protection. By booking early, we can plan and provide the best possible advice.

If your trip is soon – come as soon as you can, we’ll still help you!

Prepare your travel details

Think about a few questions that will help us understand your trip better:

Which countries and regions will you visit?
How are you traveling – charter, backpacking, work, or study?
What will you do – sun and swim, safari, family visit?

Travel tips and advice

A trip should be an experience – not ruined by illness or accidents. Here you’ll find important advice and simple precautions to reduce the risk of getting sick before, during, and after your journey.

Before your trip

Prepare in advance to travel safely.

Travel vaccines: Protect yourself from serious diseases through vaccination.
Mosquito protection: Reduce the risk of mosquito-borne diseases with vaccination, insect repellent, treated mosquito nets, and covering clothing.
Travel pharmacy: Bring a travel health kit adapted to your destination and itinerary.
Insurance: Review your health insurance coverage and contact your insurance provider.
Sweden Abroad: Check the Ministry for Foreign Affairs’ recommendations for your destination.
Local healthcare: Find out where to seek medical care if something happens during your trip.

General vaccine recommendations by continent

North America

Vaccination North America

All travel vaccines

Bring your documents

For your visit, please bring:

Your yellow vaccination card
Any other vaccination certificates
A valid ID

It’s also helpful if you know whether you’ve followed the childhood vaccination program, have protection against measles, and which travel vaccines you’ve received before.

Health declaration

We recommend filling out your health declaration on My Pages before your visit. This allows us to provide more accurate advice and saves time at the clinic.

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During your trip

Be mindful of food, drinks, and your surroundings.

Food & drinks:
- Wash your hands frequently.
- Eat only hot, well-cooked food.
- Avoid food that has been left out.
- Choose fruit you can peel yourself.
- Drink bottled (sealed) or boiled/purified water.
- Avoid ice cubes in drinks.
- Be cautious with vegetables that may have been rinsed in unsafe water, such as salads.
- Use common sense – does it look, smell, and taste fresh?
Animal bites: Seek medical care immediately if bitten or scratched by an animal – even small wounds can pose a rabies risk. Wash the wound thoroughly with soap and water for at least 15 minutes and disinfect if possible.
Bloodborne infections: Be cautious with tattoos, piercings, or manicures/pedicures abroad, as they may carry a risk of bloodborne infections.