Regarding Vaccine Requirements for Traveling to Hong Kong

As a Special Administrative Region of China, Hong Kong’s health entry requirements differ slightly from those of mainland China. Below are guidelines related to vaccination requirements for foreign tourists entering Hong Kong:

I. Mandatory Vaccinations

1. Yellow Fever Vaccine
2. Applicable Situations: If you have visited Yellow Fever endemic areas (such as parts of Africa or South America) within the past 6 days, you must provide a valid Yellow Fever vaccination certificate (International Certificate of Vaccination, commonly known as the "yellow book").
3. Exemption Conditions: If you only transited through airports in Yellow Fever endemic areas without entering the country, proof is usually not required.

II. Recommended Vaccinations (Not Mandatory but Advised)

1. Routine Travel Vaccines
2. Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B: Recommended, especially for travelers planning long stays or frequent exposure to local food.
3. Typhoid: Suggested if visiting areas with poor sanitation or participating in outdoor activities (e.g., hiking, camping).

4. Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR): If basic immunization has not been completed or antibody levels are insufficient, it is recommended to catch up.

5. Seasonal Vaccines

6. Influenza Vaccine: The flu season in Hong Kong runs from December to February, so it is advisable to get vaccinated beforehand.

7. COVID-19 Vaccine

8. Currently, Hong Kong has lifted mandatory COVID-19 vaccination requirements for inbound travelers, but it is still recommended to receive the latest booster shot to reduce infection risks.

III. Special Considerations for Certain Groups

1. Children: Ensure that all routine vaccinations according to your home country's schedule (such as DTP, polio, etc.) have been completed.
2. Pregnant Women or Individuals with Chronic Illnesses: Consult a doctor before traveling to assess whether adjustments to vaccination plans are necessary.

IV. Other Health Recommendations

1. Mosquito Prevention Measures
2. Dengue fever occasionally occurs in Hong Kong. Carry mosquito repellents containing DEET to avoid bites (no vaccine available for prevention).
3. Food Hygiene
4. Avoid raw seafood or unboiled tap water to prevent gastrointestinal diseases.

V. Entry Policy Information Sources

1. Hong Kong Department of Health Website: www.dh.gov.hk
2. Hong Kong Immigration Department: www.immd.gov.hk
3. World Health Organization Travel Advice: WHO International Travel and Health

VI. Preparation of Vaccination Certificates

• All vaccination records should be filled out in English or Chinese and stamped by the medical institution.
• It is recommended to carry both a paper copy and an electronic backup.