What vaccinations for Thailand do you need? If you are going to Thailand, it is useful to know in advance which vaccinations are recommended. There are plenty of websites and organisations online where you can get these vaccinations, but which ones are good? Besides these websites, there are also endless blogs where each one says something slightly different. Irritating! We have therefore compiled a compact blog with official government websites & reliable vaccination agencies. Read on for all the information on vaccinations for Thailand!
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Vaccinations Thailand
FAQ
- What vaccinations do I need for Thailand?
- Where is the best place to get my vaccinations for Thailand?
- What do vaccinations for Thailand cost?
- How does payment at the GGD or Thuisvaccinaties.nl work?
The yellow vaccination booklet
Summary of vaccinations Thailand
General information on Thailand
Vaccinations Thailand
There are several websites online to help you plan your trip to Thailand. Unfortunately, all of them do not link to official websites or reliable parties where you can read the information. Irritating! We are still Dutch and like to be on the safe side. Therefore we thought this could be better! We have compiled a short but clear overview of questions & answers for you. Is your question not here? Then please contact us, we will be happy to help you.
FAQ
What vaccinations do I need for Thailand?
Dutch and Belgian travellers are advised to get the vaccinations listed below. This distinguishes between compulsory and recommended vaccinations.
We would like to mention that the vaccinations below depend on the nature and duration of your trip and your health situation. Specific information about your situation and possible malaria measures can best be discussed with the GGD near you.
Mandatory
1. Yellow fever: For Dutch and Belgian travellers, a yellow fever vaccination is mandatory if you have been in a yellow fever country in the seven days before entering Thailand. This advice applies even if you only made a transfer at the airport of a yellow fever country.
Furthermore, there are no compulsory vaccinations for travellers from the Netherlands or Belgium.
Recommended
Regardless of your length of stay, the following vaccinations are recommended for Thailand:
1. DTP (diphtheria, tetanus and polio)
2. Hepatitis A (infectious jaundice)
In addition, a BMR vaccination recommended if you have not had measles or measles vaccinations.
Will you stay more than 3 months in Thailand then the following vaccinations are also recommended:
3. Hepatitis B
4. Rabies (rabies)
5. Tuberculosis (In some cases)
View specific information on these vaccinations for Thailand on the website of the Dutch GGD.
Where is the best place to get my vaccinations for Thailand?
We have obtained our punctures from two organisations in recent years. We recommend these two organisations because we know they are reliable. In addition, these organisations work together with many health insurers, so your vaccination may just be reimbursed.
GGD Netherlands: You easily, quickly and free of charge arrange a appointment at a GGD in your area. Please note that they do not administer Covid vaccinations during this appointment.
Home vaccinations.co.uk: You also arrange easily and quickly here make an appointment online. The nice thing about this organisation is that they come to you. So you don't have to go anywhere! Most health insurers are also affiliated to this organisation.
Do you know another reliable organisation? Let us know, that way we help each other!
What do vaccinations for Thailand cost?
Unfortunately you will not receive reimbursement for traveller vaccinations from basic insurance. There are health insurers who do offer this coverage with supplementary health insurance. If your health insurer covers all or part of the vaccinations, it will not be at the expense of your deductible.
Tip: On the homepage of Thuisvaccinaties.nl, you can enter your insurer. They will give you a clear overview indicating which of your health insurer's supplementary packages cover travel vaccinations. However, we always advise you to check with your health insurer.
Check the GGD's price list or Thuisvaccinaties.nl for a clear overview of costs.
GGD Prices 2022 - GGD price list
Homevaccinations.com Prices 2022 - Price overview Home vaccinations.co.uk
How does payment at the GGD or Thuisvaccinaties.nl work?
How do you pay for travel vaccinations at the GGD?
You can usually only pay by debit card at the GGD. You will receive the bill immediately after the vaccinations and you can then claim it from your health insurer.
How do you pay for travel vaccinations at Thuisvaccinaties.nl?
In most cases, Thuisvaccinaties.nl sends the invoice directly to your health insurer. You will then only receive an invoice if it is not covered by your insurance.
If they do not have this arrangement with the health insurer, you will receive the invoice in your mail and you can claim the invoice yourself. You must pay the invoice within 14 days by either Ideal or bank transfer.
The yellow vaccination booklet
You can ask the GGD and Thuisvaccinaties.nl if they also put the details in your yellow booklet. We always take this with us when we travel. Should we end up in hospital, the doctors can see at a glance what you have been vaccinated for. Don't have the yellow booklet yet? No problem you can easily order it online.
Summary of vaccinations Thailand
Dutch and Belgian travellers are advised to get the vaccinations DTP & Hepatitis A when staying less than 3 months. If you stay longer, Hepatitis B & Rabies are recommended. You may need more vaccinations. This depends on the nature and duration of your trip and your health situation. Specific information about your situation and possible malaria measures can best be discussed with the GGD in your area. Are you travelling from a yellow fever country? Then you are required to get yellow fever vaccinations.
Unfortunately, you will not receive reimbursement for traveller vaccinations from a basic health insurance policy. There are health insurers that do offer this coverage with a supplementary health insurance. Contact your health insurer for more information.
General information on Thailand
Are you working on a travel plan for Thailand? Then check out our tips for the best travel period, vaccinations, Thai visa, daily budget and transport to and in Thailand.
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