Travel Vaccines and Advice for Estonia

Yes, some vaccines are recommended or required for Estonia. The CDC and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Estonia: hepatitis A, hepatitis B, rabies, tickborne encephalitis, meningitis, polio, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis), chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia and influenza.

COVID-19 vaccination is recommended for travel to all regions, both foreign and domestic. Check with your local Passport Health clinic if immunization is offered in your area.

See our vaccinations page to learn more about these infections and vaccines. Ready to protect yourself? Book your travel health appointment today by calling or schedule online now.

Travelers visiting Estonia must have a passport that is valid for at least three months. A visa is not needed for stays under 90 days. Travelers must show enough funds for the duration of their stay, as well as a return airline ticket.

Estonia Entry Requirements
Do I Need A…	For My Trip to Estonia?
Passport
Tourist Visa
Business Visa
Vaccinations

Sources: Embassy of Estonia and U.S. State Department

Estonia is a country with a cool and cold climate throughout the year. Tallinn and Tartu are two of the most popular cities for tourists, and they have similar weather patterns. In the summer, temperatures usually range from 60 to 70 degrees. In the winter, they are typically around freezing.

Pärnu is a coastal town with a milder climate. Summers there are a little warmer, with temperatures ranging from 60 to 70. Winters are a little milder, with temperatures ranging from 20 to 30 degrees.

When planning a trip to Estonia, it’s important to check the weather forecast so you can pack the right clothes and plan activities accordingly. In the summer, you’ll need light clothes and sunscreen, while in the winter, you’ll need warm clothes and maybe even snow boots.

Remember that the weather can change quickly, so it’s always a good idea to be prepared for any type of weather.

Estonia does experience large, but peaceful, political demonstrations. Avoid these demonstrations if they occur.

Petty crime, such as pick-pocketing and bag-snatching, does occur. Travelers should avoid carrying unnecessary valuables with them. Avoid large gatherings, as they are good opportunities for pick-pocketing.

Travel only in well-lit areas and avoid traveling alone if possible. Individuals are required to wear reflectors on their clothing during dark, winter months. All travelers should exercise caution and be aware of their surroundings while traveling.

Laheema National Park is in northern Estonia. It was the first national park of the Soviet Union, established in 1971. It is also one of Europe’s largest national parks. The park has tons of raised bogs, one, the Laukasoo Reserve, which is over 7,000 years old. On a walk around the park one might see boars, red deer, wolves, bears, foxes, beavers, moose, or lynxes.

There are also four manors on the park, Palmse, Vihula, Kolga and Sagadi. Palmse used to belong to the convent of St. Michael. On the grounds one can also find a distillery, greenhouse, bouth-house, and barn. Vihula has roots from 1501 and during the Soviet occupation served as a collective farm. There is even a coffee on the grounds! Kolaga is known as the “classiest” manor with it’s beautiful architecture. Sagdi manor has a rococo-style with 20 outbuildings and historical furnishings.

A destination growing in popularity, a trip to Estonia still requires some prep work. Be sure to pack these key items.

• Walking Shoes – Bring comfortable shoes for hiking or other outdoor activities.
• Bug Spray – The spring time is often very wet, meaning mosquitoes and flies are abound. Make sure you stay protected.
• Gloves – Your extremities tend to get colder faster. Bring a pair of thick gloves if you plan on spending a lot of time outside in the cold.
• Jacket – Winters get incredibly cold in Estonia. A good, thick jacket is a necessity.

When traveling it is very helpful to find out exactly where the U.S. embassy or consulates are located. Keep the address written down in case you have a legal problem, you lose your passport, or you want to report a crime. Be sure to keep a copy of your passport with you in case you lose the original.

U.S. Embassy Tallinn
Kentmanni 20
15099 Tallinn, Estonia
Telephone: +(372) 668-8128
Emergency After-Hours Telephone: +(372) 668-8100
Fax: +(372) 668-8267

Travelers should also look into enrolling in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP), a service offered by the Bureau of Consular Affairs. It is a free service that provides travelers with information from the Embassy about safety conditions in the country of travel. It also allows the Embassy or your family and friends to get in touch with you in the case of emergency.

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