Travel Vaccines and Advice for Tuvalu
Tuvalu was known as the Ellice Islands and is located on the Pacific Ocean. This Polynesian island nation is nearby Hawaii and Australia. It is also near the Santa Cruz Islands, Naru, Kiribati, Tokelau, Samoa, Wallis, Futuna, and Fiji. Tuvalu is made up of three reef islands and six coral reefs.
Travellers coming to Tuvalu will arrive by plane to see a sea that goes on forever. Turquoise and green will meet your eyes and the coral reefs will amaze you. Fongafale, Tuvalu’s mainland, offers travellers lodgings and family run guesthouses to stay in. The cuisine and the party scene will keep travellers satisfied and entertained.
Whether you love to explore the depths of the sea or want to learn about Tuvalu’s culture, you will find what you’re looking for on the islands.
On This Page:
Do I Need Vaccines for Tuvalu?
Do I Need a Visa or Passport for Tuvalu?
What Is the Climate like in Tuvalu?
How Safe Is Tuvalu?
Nanumanga Fire Caves
What Should I Take to Tuvalu?
Embassy of the United Kingdom in Tuvalu
Do I Need Vaccines for Tuvalu?
Yes, some vaccines are recommended or required for Tuvalu. The National Travel Health Network and Centre and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Tuvalu: COVID-19, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid and tetanus.
See the bullets below to learn more about some of these key immunisations:
- COVID-19 –
Airborne –
Recommended for all travellers - Hepatitis A –
Food & Water –
Recommended for most travellers to the region, especially if unvaccinated. - Hepatitis B –
Blood & Body Fluids –
Recommended for travellers to most regions. - Tetanus –
Wounds or Breaks in Skin –
Recommended for travelers to most regions, especially if not previously vaccinated. - Typhoid –
Food & Water –
Recommended for travellers
to most regions.
See the tables below for more information:
Recommended Travel Vaccinations for Tuvalu |
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| VACCINE | HOW DISEASE SPREADS | DETAILS |
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| COVID-19 | Airborne | Recommended for all travellers |
| Hepatitis A | Food & Water | Recommended for most travellers to the region, especially if unvaccinated. |
| Hepatitis B | Blood & Body Fluids | Recommended for travellers to most regions. |
| Tetanus | Wounds or Breaks in Skin | Recommended for travelers to most regions, especially if not previously vaccinated. |
| Typhoid | Food & Water | Recommended for travellers to most regions. |
Be sure to bring mosquito netting and repellents as dengue can be found on Tuvalu.
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Do I Need a Visa or Passport for Tuvalu?
Tuvalu does not require a visa for stays under one month. Extensions of up to three months are available. Passports must be valid for at least six months from the time of entry.
Tuvalu Entry Requirements |
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| Do I Need A… | For My Trip to Tuvalu? | |
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Sources: Embassy of Tuvalu and GOV.UK
What Is the Climate like in Tuvalu?
Tuvalu is a hot, humid, and rainy place. Temperatures tend to stay around 25 degrees all year long.
In the wet season travellers, there can be as much as 20 centimeters of rain per month. Cyclone season also occurs during this season every year. It’s rare that a cyclone will hit Tuvalu, but it has happened in the past.
How Safe Is Tuvalu?
Travellers should be aware of what’s going on in Tuvalu even if crime is low. You should be paying attention to suspicious activity around people’s homes and businesses. Then you should report that activity to the authorities. Scamming does occur in Tuvalu. Take precautions to avoid becoming a victim.
Nanumanga Fire Caves
Travellers can do so much in Naumanga. If you love to explore the depths of the sea, the Nanumanga Fire Caves is something every traveller should experience. When you think caves, you think you will be exploring above ground, but that is not the case with this attraction.
The caves are submerged under 37 meters of water. You’re eyes will see signs of habituation. You will also see the stone of the cave and coral are blackened. This is because of fire that was created by occupiers who inhabited the cave in the past.
In 1986 scuba divers found the Nanumanga Fire Caves. Legends have been conjured up that there is a ‘house’ under the sea. This is a must see attraction for scuba divers who love to explore the peculiar depths of the sea.
What Should I Take to Tuvalu?
Before you travel to Tuvalu, there are some things you need to take with you on your trip.
- Passport and Visa — You need a passport with 6 months validity and a blank passport page for an entry stamp. You don’t need a visa unless you plan to stay in Tuvalu for more than 30 days.
- Currency — The Australian Dollar is the currency of Tuvalu, and TVD is the currency code. Credit cards are not accepted in Tuvalu. Bringing cash and traveller’s checks is recommended. There are no ATMs.
- Health and Safety — When you pack for Tuvalu, it’s important to pack what you need to stay healthy and safe. You should think about packing supplies to prevent injury or illness and a first aid kit.
Embassy of the United Kingdom in Tuvalu
If you are in Tuvalu and have an emergency (for example, been attacked, arrested or someone has died) contact the nearest consular services. Contact the embassy before arrival if you have additional questions on entry requirements, safety concerns or are in need of assistance.
While there is no consulate or embassy in Tuvalu, it is served by the British embassy in Fiji:
British High Commission Suva
47 Gladstone Road
Suva
Fiji
Telephone: +679 3229 100
Emergency Phone: +679 3304746
Contact Form: Click Here
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