See the bullets below to learn more about some of these key immunizations:

• Hepatitis A –
  Food & Water –
  Recommended for most travelers
• Hepatitis B –
  Blood & Body Fluids –
  Accelerated schedule available
• Typhoid –
  Food & Water –
  Shot lasts 2 years. Oral vaccine lasts 5 years, must be able to swallow pills. Oral doses must be kept in refrigerator.
• Rabies –
  Saliva of Infected Animals –
  Moderate risk country. Vaccine recommended for long-term travelers and those who may come in contact with animals.
• Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR) –
  Various Vectors –
  Given to anyone unvaccinated and/or born after 1957. One time adult booster recommended.
• TDAP (Tetanus, Diphtheria & Pertussis) –
  Wounds & Airborne –
  Only one adult booster of pertussis required.
• Chickenpox –
  Direct Contact & Airborne –
  Given to those unvaccinated that did not have chickenpox.
• Shingles –
  Direct Contact –
  Vaccine can still be given if you have had shingles.
• Pneumonia –
  Airborne –
  Two vaccines given seperately. All 65+ or immunocompromised should receive both.
• Influenza –
  Airborne –
  Vaccine components change annually.
• Meningitis –
  Airborne & Direct Contact –
  Given to anyone unvaccinated or at an increased risk, especially students.
• Polio –
  Food & Water –
  Considered a routine vaccination for most travel itineraries. Single adult booster recommended.

See the tables below for more information:

Recommended Travel Vaccinations for Marshall Islands
VACCINE	HOW DISEASE SPREADS	DETAILS
Hepatitis A	Food & Water	Recommended for most travelers
Hepatitis B	Blood & Body Fluids	Accelerated schedule available
Typhoid	Food & Water	Shot lasts 2 years. Oral vaccine lasts 5 years, must be able to swallow pills. Oral doses must be kept in refrigerator.
Rabies	Saliva of Infected Animals	Moderate risk country. Vaccine recommended for long-term travelers and those who may come in contact with animals.

 

Routine Vaccinations for Marshall Islands
VACCINE	HOW DISEASE SPREADS	DETAILS
Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR)	Various Vectors	Given to anyone unvaccinated and/or born after 1957. One time adult booster recommended.
TDAP (Tetanus, Diphtheria & Pertussis)	Wounds & Airborne	Only one adult booster of pertussis required.
Chickenpox	Direct Contact & Airborne	Given to those unvaccinated that did not have chickenpox.
Shingles	Direct Contact	Vaccine can still be given if you have had shingles.
Pneumonia	Airborne	Two vaccines given seperately. All 65+ or immunocompromised should receive both.
Influenza	Airborne	Vaccine components change annually.
Meningitis	Airborne & Direct Contact	Given to anyone unvaccinated or at an increased risk, especially students.
Polio	Food & Water	Considered a routine vaccination for most travel itineraries. Single adult booster recommended.

Sources: CDC, WHO and ISTM

Passport Health – Travel Vaccines for Marshall Islands

 

 

Do I Need a Visa or Passport for the Marshall Islands?

A visa is not required to travel to the Marshall Islands. But, you will need a valid passport.

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

Sources: Embassy of Marshall Islands and U.S. State Department

For more information contact a Passport Health Passport and Visa specialist by calling 1-844-366-8472 or by filling out our online form.

What is the Climate Like in the Marshall Islands?

The Marshall Islands has a tropical climate. The country only sees two seasons a year. A dry season from December to April and a rainy season from April to December.

The islands are known to experience typhoons between the months of July and November. Travelers should be wary of traveling during these months as flooding is common.

The average temperature stays in the 80’s all year long.

How Safe are the Marshall Islands?

The Marshall Islands is considered safe because the crime rate is low. The most common crimes are break-ins and thefts from homes, hotels and vehicles. These crimes are preventable if you always make sure your doors are locked.

If you plan to partake in the nightlife, be aware that violence can and does break out in nightclubs and bars. Intoxicated people can become combative and pick fights. Be sure to keep your wits about you and avoid any type of confrontation that comes your way.

 

RRE Mariculture Pearl Farm

The Marshall Islands has more beaches than any one person can count. But, not very often do you find a beach with a pearl farm. While visiting the Marshall Islands, make the RRE Mariculture pearl farm in Majuro one of your stops.

Visitors to the farm will see that it is home to a clam farm. This is where large clams are bred. These are sold off to the aquarium market.

Majuro has much to offer including beach cottages near the RRE Mariculture pearl farm that are able to be rented. Tourists can also dive with sharks near this area as well.

What Should I Take to the Marshall Islands?

Here are some essential items to consider taking on your trip to the Marshall Islands:

• Conservative Clothing – Locals dress modestly with tops that cover their shoulders and pants, dresses, or shorts.
• Umbrella and/or Raincoat
• Scuba Gear

U.S. Embassy in the Marshall Islands

All Americans visiting Marshall Islands should register online with the U.S. Department of State before departure. This will inform the office of your travel plans within the country and will allow them to reach out in the case of an emergency or evacuation.

Once in Marshall Island, the information for the U.S. Embassy is:

U.S. Embassy Majuro
Mejen Weto, Ocean Side
Majuro, Marshall Islands
Phone: +692-247-4011

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Do I Need Vaccines for the Marshall Islands?
Do I Need a Visa or Passport for the Marshall Islands?
What is the Climate Like in the Marshall Islands?
How Safe are the Marshall Islands?
RRE Mariculture Pearl Farm
What Should I Take to the Marshall Islands?
U.S. Embassy in the Marshall Islands