Key Takeaways
- Karachi’s Jinnah International Airport enforces mandatory vaccinations for Umrah pilgrims.
- Vaccines include polio, meningitis, and yellow fever, depending on travel destinations.
- Costs for vaccines vary, with the meningitis vaccine priced at Rs. 2,785 and the influenza vaccine at Rs. 1,720.
Karachi’s Jinnah International Airport has implemented a new policy requiring mandatory vaccinations for Umrah pilgrims and other international travelers, effective from October 10, 2026.
The International Traveller Vaccination Centre, managed by Border Health Services near Star Gate, operates around the clock to provide these essential services.
According to Dr. Ghulam Murtaza Shah, the focal person from Border Health Services, the centre is well-equipped to handle the vaccination needs of travelers, ensuring they meet the necessary health requirements for their destinations.
Vaccines administered include polio, meningitis, and influenza, with specific requirements for travelers heading to destinations with yellow fever requirements.
The costs for these vaccines vary, with the meningitis vaccine priced at Rs. 2,785 and the influenza vaccine at Rs. 1,720. The polio vaccine is provided free of charge.
Pakistani passport holders are advised to ensure they meet the vaccination requirements for their destinations and transit points before departure, to avoid any complications during travel.
Travelers are also encouraged to verify their vaccination certificates to prevent any issues at the airport or during their journey.
Dr. Shah emphasized the importance of compliance with these new regulations to ensure the safety and health of all travelers passing through the airport.
