Applying for an Indian e-visa has never been easier. However, besides preparing the required documents, there is one essential health regulation you must not overlook: the yellow fever vaccination certificate.

Yellow Fever and Indian Government Regulations

Yellow fever is a dangerous infectious disease transmitted by mosquitoes. To prevent its spread, the Government of India has imposed strict entry requirements:

• If you are a citizen of, or have recently visited or transited through, countries with yellow fever risk, you must carry a valid Yellow Fever Vaccination Card issued in WHO format.

• Only the original certificate is accepted. Scans, photocopies, or digital versions are not valid.

• The certificate becomes effective 10 days after vaccination. Entering India earlier than this will still lead to quarantine.

• Travelers without the certificate will be quarantined for six days, counted from the date of departure from the affected country or until the certificate becomes valid.

• Medical exemptions (e.g., pregnancy, chronic illness, contraindications) do not waive the quarantine requirement.

Image: International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis (ICVP). Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Certificate Requirements

The certificate must follow WHO standards and include:

• Full name, date of birth, gender, nationality, and passport number.

• Vaccine information: disease name, batch number, and vaccination date.

• Signature and designation of the health professional.

• Official stamp of the vaccination center.

• Dates written in an internationally recognized format (e.g., 23rd September 2012).

No diplomatic exemptions apply. If symptoms arise during quarantine, passengers will be monitored by the Airport Health Organization (APHO).

Where to Obtain the ICVP

Valid certificates are issued only by government-approved international vaccination centers. The certificate is recognized worldwide and remains valid for life. Travelers should receive the vaccine at least 10 days before departure.

Authorized centers usually include:

• Travel health clinics in major cities or near international airports.

• Public health authorities such as Ministries of Health or Centers for Disease Control.

• Accredited hospitals and clinics authorized to administer vaccines for international travel.

• Airport or port health offices in some countries.

Examples:

• In the United States: CDC-authorized Yellow Fever Vaccination Clinics (listed on the CDC website).

• In Europe: designated Travel Health Clinics or Public Health Offices.

• In Singapore: Tan Tock Seng Hospital (TTSH) Travellers’ Health & Vaccination Clinic and MOH-approved centers.
  
  

Countries with Yellow Fever Risk

According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, India, and WHO, the following regions are listed:

• Africa: Angola, Benin, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Congo, Côte d’Ivoire, Democratic Republic of Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Liberia, Mali, Mauritania, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Sudan, South Sudan, Togo, Uganda.

Image: Yellow-marked areas in Africa where vaccination is recommended. Source: CDC.

• South America: Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia.

Image: Yellow-marked areas in South America where vaccination is recommended. Source: CDC. 

Note: The list is updated regularly by WHO. Travelers should always check the latest information before departure.

Common Challenges for Travelers

• Regulations and country lists are updated frequently, making it hard to track.

• Language barriers or limited access may prevent travelers from verifying official updates.
  
  

Our Professional Solution

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FAQs

• What if I was vaccinated but lost my certificate? → You must request a replacement from the vaccination center.

• Do I need a booster after 10 years? → No, the certificate is valid for life.

• I am only transiting through India for a few hours. Do I still need it? → Yes, if you transited from a yellow fever country within the past 6 days.