Travel vaccine
£55 · 1 dose
Meningococcal meningitis is a life-threatening bacterial infection of the brain lining, spread by close contact. The ACWY vaccine covers four major strains and is a formal visa requirement for Hajj and Umrah pilgrims, as well as being recommended for the African meningitis belt in the dry season.
Required for Hajj and Umrah (with certificate — issued at your appointment). Recommended for dry-season travel across the meningitis belt from Senegal to Ethiopia, and for longer stays with close local contact.
One injection, valid from 10 days after vaccination. Certificates for Saudi Arabia are typically accepted for 5 years with the conjugate vaccine.
Travelling in a few weeks or a few months? Either way, we can help. Coming in four to six weeks ahead gives the most flexibility for any multi-dose courses.
Flying sooner — even this week? Please still book. We offer rapid and accelerated courses, and most travellers can be vaccinated on the same day as their appointment. Many single-dose vaccines provide protection quickly.
Had some vaccines before? Bring your records and we will check what is still in date. Often a single booster is all that is needed, and that can be given at the same visit.
A straightforward visit, usually 15–20 minutes, with no obligation to have anything you do not need.
Where you are going, what you will be doing and how long for. Bring any vaccination records you have.
Our pharmacist checks your itinerary and health history against current UK travel health guidance, and explains what is worth having.
Most vaccines are given there and then. If a rapid or accelerated course suits you better, we will plan it around your travel date.
Our pharmacist will confirm at your risk assessment — there is no obligation to have anything you do not need.
Book your consultation Or call us on 01909 268 001 — we are happy to talk it through firstBack to the main Travel Clinic page · All destination guides · Full price list