Travel vaccines for South Korea
Tetanus for most travellers, plus Rabies, Hepatitis B and Japanese encephalitis where your itinerary calls for it, in one short consultation, one minute from West Hampstead station.
- NaTHNaC aligned protocols
- GPhC registered pharmacy
- Same-week appointments
- JE vaccine in stock
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50 West Hampstead travellers booked this week · Aqua Pharmacy, 59 Mill Ln, London NW6 1NB
South Korea is a growing UK destination for Seoul, Busan, Jeju, DMZ tours and cultural travel. Vaccine needs are modest; Japanese Encephalitis is considered for rural rice-paddy stays. NaTHNaC recommends Tetanus for most travellers to Korea, South, with Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Japanese encephalitis, Rabies and Tuberculosis recommended for some travellers depending on itinerary. Aqua Travel Clinic in West Hampstead is operated by Aqua Pharmacy (GPhC-registered premises 1123406, owned by Naspram Pharma Limited) under the Superintendent Pharmacist at Aqua Pharmacy. We are a NaTHNaC-designated Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre and can usually fit you in same-week for Korea, South travel vaccines. Book online in 60 seconds.
What is included in your South Korea travel consultation
Everything you need for a safe South Korea trip, in one short appointment with a GPhC registered pharmacist.
Tetanus / Diphtheria / Polio (Td/IPV) booster
A 10-year booster is standard and covers the Tetanus, Diphtheria and Polio bases in one injection.
Rabies (where indicated)
Recommended for rural stays, long trips, cyclists, backpackers, children, VFR travel and anyone likely to have close animal contact. Three-dose pre-exposure schedule on days 0, 7 and 21-28 (UK Green Book). Pharmacies cannot administer post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) - if bitten or scratched abroad, wash the wound thoroughly and go straight to A&E, NHS 111 or a local hospital.
Japanese Encephalitis
Two-dose course on days 0 and 28; considered for rural, rice-paddy or long-stay travel.
Malaria prescription + bite avoidance
Risk varies by region. The pharmacist checks your itinerary against NaTHNaC and prescribes atovaquone/proguanil, doxycycline or mefloquine where appropriate. DEET and clothing advice included.
How your South Korea appointment works
From booking to boarding in four short steps with a GPhC registered pharmacist.
1. Book online
Pick a time at aquatravelclinic.co.uk/booking. Most travellers get an appointment within the week.
2. Quick travel history
The pharmacist reviews your itinerary, accommodation, activities and medical history.
3. Vaccinate as needed
Tetanus as standard, plus Rabies, Hep B and JE where indicated. Combined options available to reduce injections.
4. Practical advice
Written checklist covering food and water hygiene, mosquito bite avoidance for rural areas, and pharmacy access in South Korea.
Travel vaccines for Korea, South - at a glance
NaTHNaC recommends Tetanus for most travellers to Korea, South, with Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Japanese encephalitis, Rabies and Tuberculosis recommended for some travellers depending on itinerary. Aqua Travel Clinic in West Hampstead is operated by Aqua Pharmacy (GPhC premises 1123406, owned by Naspram Pharma Limited) under the Superintendent Pharmacist at Aqua Pharmacy.
Tetanus, Diphtheria and Polio (Td/IPV)
The 10-year Td/IPV booster is the main vaccine consideration for Korea, South. It keeps your Tetanus, Diphtheria and Polio cover current in one injection - it can be added to any Aqua consultation.
Rabies
NaTHNaC recommends pre-exposure rabies vaccination for some travellers to Korea, South - particularly rural trips, longer stays, backpackers, cyclists, children, VFR travellers and anyone likely to have close animal contact. At Aqua we use the three-dose pre-exposure schedule on days 0, 7 and 21-28 (UK Green Book standard). Pharmacies cannot administer post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) - if you are bitten or scratched abroad, wash the wound thoroughly and go straight to A&E, NHS 111 or a local hospital for post-exposure treatment.
Japanese Encephalitis
Considered for rural rice-paddy areas of Korea, South during transmission season, longer stays and adventure travel. Two-dose course on days 0 and 28 - we can accelerate for last-minute departures where clinically appropriate.
Hepatitis B
Three-dose course (0, 1, 6 months) recommended for longer stays, medical or dental procedures, tattoos, piercings and new sexual partners abroad. An accelerated schedule is available for shorter lead times.
Tuberculosis (BCG)
Considered for long-stay work in healthcare, community immersion and family travel with young children in higher-risk regions of Korea, South. Reviewed at consultation.
Malaria
Malaria risk varies by region in Korea, South. We check your itinerary against NaTHNaC and either prescribe atovaquone/proguanil, doxycycline or mefloquine for higher-risk areas, or confirm you do not need cover. Bite avoidance advice (DEET, long sleeves at dawn and dusk) is included.
Book your appointment
Aqua Travel Clinic is at 59 Mill Lane, West Hampstead NW6 1NB, one minute from West Hampstead station. The clinic is operated by Aqua Pharmacy (GPhC premises 1123406), part of Naspram Pharma Limited. All consultations are supervised by the Superintendent Pharmacist at Aqua Pharmacy. Book a Korea, South appointment online. Most travellers are sorted in a single 15-minute appointment.
South Korea travel questions, answered
In West Hampstead
Exit West Hampstead station, head north up West End Lane, turn left onto Mill Lane. We are at number 59, on your right.
Aqua Travel Clinic · 59 Mill Ln, London NW6 1NB
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One short appointment for Tetanus, plus Rabies, Hepatitis B and Japanese encephalitis where your itinerary calls for them, with a NaTHNaC-aligned, GPhC-registered pharmacist.
Aqua Travel Clinic, operated by Aqua Pharmacy (GPhC premises 1123406, owned by Naspram Pharma Limited). Superintendent Pharmacist: Sanjay Mukundkumar Patel (GPhC 2045157).
- NaTHNaC TravelHealthPro: South Korea country page· NaTHNaC · accessed 2026-06-10
- UKHSA Green Book: Japanese Encephalitis (Chapter 20)· UK Health Security Agency · accessed 2026-06-10
- WHO: International Travel and Health: Republic of Korea· World Health Organization · accessed 2026-06-10
- GPhC Register: the Superintendent Pharmacist at Aqua Pharmacy· General Pharmaceutical Council · accessed 2026-06-10
- GPhC Register: Aqua Pharmacy, Premises 1123406· General Pharmaceutical Council · accessed 2026-06-10
Page reviewed by Sanjay Mukundkumar Patel MPharm (GPhC 2045157), Superintendent Pharmacist of Aqua Pharmacy. Aqua Pharmacy (Premises 1123406) is owned by Naspram Pharma Limited and operates Aqua Travel Clinic in West Hampstead. Country-entry rules can change at short notice; check NaTHNaC or your airline before travel. This page is informational; it does not replace a clinical consultation.