The Ministry of Health and Social Protection announced the availability of the meningitis vaccine in all pharmacies in the Kingdom in response to Saudi Arabia’s new commitment to travelers to the holy sites. Anyone wishing to perform Umrah must be vaccinated at least 10 days before departure and provide proof of vaccination.
Citizens can buy the vaccine in pharmacies and then get vaccinated and receive their certificate at an approved health center or the Pasteur Institute. Children under one year of age and people who have already received this vaccine in the last five years are exempt, provided they provide proof.
Saudi authorities will apply this measure from February 1, 2025 to strengthen the health security of pilgrims. The Ministry therefore urges travelers to strictly adhere to these requirements and local health regulations.
The list of designated vaccination centers is accessible via the Ministry of Health website: www.sante.gov.ma.
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