Yellow fever (YF) is a mosquito-borne viral disease prevalent in sub-Saharan Africa and tropical South America. Severe cases can have a high fatality rate, ranging from 20% to 50%. Vaccination against ellow fever is both safe and highly effective.Vaccination certificate validity
As of July 11, 2016, the validity of the International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis (ICVP) for yellow fever has been extended to the lifetime of the individual vaccinated. This means that the certificate does not expire after ten years, and a booster dose is not required for international travel purposes
Travel requirements for australia
Australia requires travelers aged one year or older to present a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate if they are entering the country within six days of leaving a yellow fever-endemic area or if they have transited for more than 12 hours through an airport in such a country .
To comply with vaccination regulations, ensure you carry your yellow fever vaccination certificate alongside your passport and other travel documents. This is particularly important when traveling to or from regions where yellow fever is endemic.
