Faroe Islands


The Faroe Islands is an archipelago of 17 inhabited islands and many uninhabited islands and islets that lie around halfway between Scotland and Iceland, in the North Atlantic Ocean. The land is rugged and rocky, with cliffs along most of the coastlines.

The climate is mild, with cool winters and cool summers. It is usually overcast, foggy and windy.

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Pre-travel Preparation Will Help Protect Your Health While You Are Away

Pre-travel preparation will help keep you safe and healthy while you are away. Please consult the Travel Doctor-TMVC before you travel overseas. We will provide specific recommendations tailored to your itinerary. Our doctors will assess and advise you on your risks, and recommend appropriate vaccination and medication to minimise your risk of becoming seriously unwell on your trip.


Vaccination Recommendations​/Requirements

Before you travel, make sure that you are up to date on all routine vaccines recommended for you based on your age and underlying risk profile.

These include:

  • Chickenpox (Varicella): either previous disease or vaccination
  • Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis
  • Flu (Influenza)
  • Hepatitis B
  • Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR): travellers born during or after 1966 are recommended to have received two vaccinations previously
  • Meningococcal ACWY
  • Polio: per childhood schedule
  • SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19)

Additional vaccines may be required or recommended for this destination. This will vary depending on your medical history, prior immunisations, length of travel, season of travel, itinerary and other relevant factors.


Common Medical Conditions

It is recommended to carry a traveller’s medical kit for the self-treatment of common traveller’s ailments such as respiratory or gastric infections.

Health Risks

The following diseases are known to occur in the area:

Disclaimer: The following information is intended as a guide only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice.

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