Yellow Fever Vaccination
Certified Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre (YFVC) in Gloucester — International Certificate of Vaccination issued on-site.
Overview
Gloucester Travel Clinic is a registered Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre (YFVC), authorised by the National Travel Health Network and Centre (NaTHNaC) to administer the Yellow Fever vaccine and issue the International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis (ICVP) — commonly known as the "yellow card."
Yellow Fever is a serious viral haemorrhagic disease transmitted by infected Aedes mosquitoes in tropical regions of Africa and South America. The disease has a case fatality rate of up to 50% in severe cases, making vaccination one of the most important steps you can take before travelling to endemic areas.
We administer the Stamaril® vaccine, the only Yellow Fever vaccine licensed in the UK. A single dose provides lifelong protection for most travellers, as confirmed by the World Health Organisation (WHO) in 2016.
Who Needs Yellow Fever Vaccination?
Yellow Fever vaccination is recommended or required in the following situations:
- Mandatory for entry: Many countries in Sub-Saharan Africa and South America require proof of Yellow Fever vaccination for entry. Without a valid ICVP, you may be denied boarding or quarantined on arrival.
- Transit requirements: Some countries require proof of vaccination if you're arriving from or transiting through an endemic country — even if you didn't leave the airport.
- Travel to endemic regions: Even where not legally required, vaccination is strongly recommended if you're visiting areas where Yellow Fever transmission occurs.
- Hajj and Umrah pilgrims: Saudi Arabia requires Yellow Fever vaccination for travellers arriving from endemic countries.
Our pharmacists will check the latest NaTHNaC country-specific requirements for your destination and advise whether vaccination is necessary.
Countries Requiring Yellow Fever Vaccination
Some of the most commonly visited countries with Yellow Fever entry requirements include:
This is not an exhaustive list. Requirements change regularly — always check with us before travelling.
Vaccine Details & Pricing
| Vaccine | Stamaril® (Sanofi Pasteur) |
| Doses required | 1 dose (subcutaneous injection) |
| Protection begins | 10 days after vaccination |
| Duration of protection | Lifelong (single dose) per WHO guidance |
| Price | £75 (includes ICVP certificate) |
| Minimum age | 9 months (6 months in exceptional circumstances) |
A £20 consultation fee applies to first-visit patients for a full travel health risk assessment.
Side Effects & Contraindications
The Yellow Fever vaccine is generally well tolerated. Common side effects include:
- Mild headache, muscle aches, or low-grade fever for 1–2 days
- Soreness, redness, or swelling at the injection site
The vaccine is NOT suitable for:
- Infants under 6 months of age
- People with severe egg allergy (the vaccine is grown in egg)
- People with weakened immune systems (e.g. HIV with low CD4 count, chemotherapy, high-dose steroids)
- People with thymus disorders or who have had a thymectomy
- Pregnant or breastfeeding women (unless risk is unavoidable)
If you cannot receive the vaccine, we can issue a medical exemption letter for border authorities.