Are you leaving for Bulgaria soon? After reading our travel advice about this country, you will know better how to prepare yourself for your trip. Which specific precautions and vaccinations Bulgaria requires will amongst others depend on your trip and the length of your stay in this beautiful South-eastern European country.
The Republic of Bulgaria is located in the eastern part of the Balkans and borders Romania, Greece, Turkey and other countries. In the north, the Danube River forms a natural border with Romania. In the east, the Black Sea is Bulgaria’s natural border. The country has a temperate continental climate with cool winters and warm summers. Whatever you do during your holiday in Bulgaria, always keep account of locally prevalent diseases. We’ll gladly tell you which specific vaccinations you may need for your trip to Bulgaria and what other precautions you can take for a healthy stay in this exceptional country. Click here to make an appointment (in Dutch) with one of our nurses.
Bulgaria vaccinations: the most common risks
You may encounter diseases in Bulgaria against which you are normally not immune. The right vaccinations can protect you against these diseases. Check out the main health risks in this country below, so you know immediately which specific vaccinations Bulgaria requires. Also read our tips for travelling. This way you can best protect yourself against health risks from water, food, sun and insects.
Recommended vaccinations
Vaccination against hepatitis A is recommended for all travelers to this country.
Vaccination against hepatitis B depends on your personal situation. Please contact KLM Health Services for a personal advice.
Vaccination depends on your personal situation. In this country mammals could be infected with Rabies. Avoid contact with mammals. Please contact KLM Health Services for good and personal advice.
In this country Tick-borne encephalitisis is (possibly) prevalent. Vaccination depends on your personal situation. Please contact KLM Health Services for good and personal advice.