Austria

Western Europe · Updated April 2026

See a travel doctor 4–6 weeks before you leave.

Current alert — Global Measles

CDC has posted a Level 1 (Practice Usual Precautions) notice as measles cases rise worldwide; all international travellers should be fully vaccinated with MMR.

For most travellers to Austria, CDC recommends simply being up to date on routine vaccines and COVID-19. Depending on your itinerary and activities, hepatitis B, rabies and tick-borne encephalitis may be advised, the latter especially for those spending time outdoors in tick-prone areas. There is no malaria or yellow fever risk. See a travel health clinic 4–6 weeks before departure.

Tick-borne encephalitis risk is highest from spring to autumn in forested and rural areas.

Required for entry

No vaccines are currently required for entry to Austria from most countries.

Recommended for some travellers

Depends on your itinerary, activities, duration, or health.

Blood & Body Fluids

Hepatitis B

A liver infection spread through blood, sexual contact, and contaminated medical or cosmetic equipment. Recommended for most travellers, especially those with longer stays or possible medical exposure.

Animal Contact

Rabies

A fatal viral disease spread through the bite or scratch of an infected animal — most often dogs, bats, or monkeys. Pre-travel vaccination simplifies treatment after exposure.

Animal Contact

Tick-borne Encephalitis

A viral brain infection spread by tick bites in parts of Europe and northern Asia. Worth considering for outdoor travellers planning hiking, camping, or forest activities in affected regions.

Food & water safety

Standard precautions

Food and water are generally safe. Standard travel hygiene applies — wash hands regularly, be cautious with street food, and if in doubt about water quality, opt for sealed bottled water.

Routine vaccines to be up to date on

CDC advises every international traveller to have these current.

Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR)
Two doses at least 28 days apart, ideally completed at least 2 weeks before travel. Adults born before 1957 or with documented immunity are already considered protected.
Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis
A single Tdap or Td booster, effective within days. Adults should have a booster every 10 years — or after 5 years if you've had a dirty wound or burn. Pregnant travellers should receive Tdap during every pregnancy.
Polio
A single lifetime adult IPV booster for travellers to at-risk countries. For some destinations, the booster must be received 4 weeks to 12 months before departure and documented on an International Certificate of Vaccination.
Flu (Influenza)
An annual dose at least 2 weeks before travel to areas with active flu circulation. A single current-season vaccine covers travel to either hemisphere.
Chickenpox (Varicella)
Two doses at least 28 days apart for adolescents and adults without immunity. Children get doses at 12–15 months and 4–6 years. Two documented doses protect most people for life.
Shingles
Two doses of Shingrix 2–6 months apart. Protection stays high for at least 7 years. Adults 19+ with weakened immune systems can use a faster schedule (2nd dose 1–2 months after).
COVID-19
Follow the current CDC schedule for your age and risk group. If you had COVID-19 recently, you may delay vaccination for up to 3 months from the onset of infection.

Entry requirements

For US citizens. Non-US travellers should check their government's guidance.

Yellow fever certificateNot required

Prevent tick bites in forested and rural areas as tick-borne encephalitis occurs, and practise routine food, water and animal-contact precautions. Measles cases are rising globally, so ensure you are fully vaccinated with MMR.

Also in Western Europe

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Source: CDC Travelers' Health — Austria.

Disclaimer:This information is for general guidance only, based on CDC Travelers' Health. It does not replace advice from a qualified travel health professional. Consult a doctor 4–6 weeks before your trip.