Travel vaccinations · Saudi Arabia
Hajj and Umrah vaccinations in Chichester
Going on Hajj or Umrah? You’ll need a meningitis ACWY vaccination certificate for your visa. We can vaccinate you and provide the stamped record you need.
Reviewed by Kardo Ali, Superintendent Pharmacist (GPhC 2233113) · November 2026
Hajj and Umrah at a glance
- Required Meningitis ACWY, at least 10 days before arrival
- Recommended Flu jab before you travel
- Malaria None in Makkah, Medina or Jeddah
Vaccines
Vaccines for Hajj and Umrah
Everyone should be up to date with their routine UK vaccines, including MMR and the diphtheria, tetanus and polio booster. On top of that, the official UK advice for Hajj and Umrah is:
Many vaccines need more than one dose, so the total depends on the course you need. Your pharmacist will confirm it before you go ahead. Some travel vaccines, such as hepatitis A and typhoid, may also be free from your GP.
| Vaccine | Who it’s for | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Meningitis ACWY | Required | £55 |
| Tetanus (diphtheria, tetanus and polio booster) | Most pilgrims | from £37 |
| Flu (private, adults) | Recommended | £25 |
| Hepatitis A | Some travellers | from £60 |
| Hepatitis B | Some travellers | from £45 |
| Typhoid | Some travellers | £37 |
| Rabies (before travel) | Some travellers | from £85 |
Coming back for your next dose or a booster? Book it directly.
Your meningitis ACWY certificate
Saudi Arabia requires proof of meningitis ACWY vaccination from all pilgrims aged 1 and over. You need the conjugate vaccine, given at least 10 days before you arrive and within the last 5 years. Your record must show your full name, the vaccine name and type, and the official stamp of the pharmacy or clinic. We provide this at your appointment.
The Saudi authorities also recommend a flu jab before you travel. If you’re not eligible on the NHS, our private flu jab is £25.
Yellow fever
Saudi Arabia only asks for a yellow fever certificate if you’re arriving from, or have spent more than 12 hours in an airport in, a country with yellow fever risk. A polio vaccine is only required if you travel via a country affected by polio. Neither applies to direct flights from the UK.
Malaria
There’s no malaria in Makkah, Medina, Jeddah, Riyadh or Ta’if. Travelling on to the south-west of the country? Ask us for advice.
Stay well
Other things to know
Heat
Temperatures can top 30°C even in winter. Drink plenty, use SPF 30+ and ask us whether any of your medicines need adjusting.
MERS
Avoid contact with camels, raw camel milk and undercooked food.
Hepatitis B
Unlicensed barbers may reuse blades for head shaving. Consider taking your own disposable razor.
This page is based on advice from the UK’s National Travel Health Network and Centre (NaTHNaC), checked in November 2026. Advice can change, so we’ll always check the latest at your consultation. You can also see it on TravelHealthPro.
Book your Hajj or Umrah vaccinations
Ideally 6–8 weeks before you travel · 8 Lavant Road, Chichester · Call 01243 380185