Travel Vaccines and Advice for Saba

Yes, some vaccines are recommended or required for Saba. The CDC and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Saba: hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, rabies, 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.

There is a hospital on Saba with 24-hour service and modern medical facilities. They also provide home health visits.

To find out more about these vaccines, see our vaccinations page. Ready to travel safely? Book your appointment either call or start booking online now.

If your stay in Saba will be under 3 months, you do not need to get a visa.

However, valid passport or birth certificate is needed for entry into Saba. The passport should be valid for at least six months after the entry date.

Saba Entry Requirements
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Sources: Embassy of Saba and U.S. State Department

The climate of Saba is tropical, which means that warm and humid, often with a lot of rainfall.

Temperatures remain consistent year-round with high and lows ranging from the 60’s to the 90’s. The driest month is April and the warmest month is May.

Saba is quite safe with virtually no crime. There is one road on Saba. If you’re walking at night, make sure that you’re wearing reflective clothing so that people see you.

If you’re planning to go hiking, be honest about your abilities so you don’t get into a situation that puts you in danger.

Local authorities are responsible for investigating and prosecuting crime if a crime should be committed against you.

The majority of the 5 square miles of Saba is taken up from the volcano on the island: Mount Scenery.

The volcano is 2877 f.t with hiking trails all around it, including part of the Elfin Forest which hold a lot of rare vegetation and trees. While you’re hiking, make sure to tell people where you’re planning to be, stay on the trails, and don’t litter.

Try not to hike during late summer/early fall as that is hurricane season.

Here are some essential items to consider for your trip to the Saba:

• Lightweight, layer-able clothing – A majority of the activities on Saba include outdoor sports, so comfort is key.
• Swimsuit – There are no beaches in Saba, but there are places to swim.
  

• Sun protection – Sunscreen, hats or loose clothing to protect yourself against the sun.
• Insect repellent – Mosquitoes aren’t a huge issue in Saba and there are no health concerns, but mosquito bites can be a nuisance while on a trip.

All Americans visiting Saba 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.

There is no U.S. embassy in Saba, but it is served by the consulate in Curacao.

U.S. Consulate General Curacao
J.B. Gorsiraweg 1,
Willemstad, Curaçao
Telephone: +(599) (9) 461-3066
Emergency After-Hours Telephone: +(599) (9)843-3066 (from Curaçao); +1-(503)-420-3115 (from the United States)
Fax: +(599) (9) 461-6489
ACSCuracao@state.gov

If you have any questions about traveling to Saba or are wondering what shots you may need for your trip, schedule an appointment with your local Passport Health travel medicine clinic. Call us at or book online now and protect yourself today.