Where Can I Get the Yellow Card for Travel in Lagos?

Where Can I Get an Official Yellow Fever Yellow Card in Lagos?

The travel yellow card (International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis) is obtained through public healthcare facilities like the Port Health Clinic and private healthcare providers in Lagos State, such as Inocul8. It costs ₦50,000 - ₦70,000. This article explains where to get the travel yellow card, who can receive it, how to book an appointment, and how much it costs.

Key Definitions

• Yellow Card / International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis (ICVP): An internationally recognized certificate used to document certain vaccinations required or recommended for international travel, including yellow fever vaccination. 

• Yellow Fever Virus: The virus responsible for causing yellow fever.

• Live-attenuated vaccine: A vaccine containing a weakened form of a virus that can stimulate an immune response without causing the disease in healthy people.

How Much Does a Yellow Card Cost at Inocul8?

As of August 2026, the yellow card vaccinations and processing costs ₦50,000 - ₦70,000 at Inocul8 Clinic and Access points across Lagos. Prices and availability may change; confirm the current price when booking.

Who Needs Yellow Fever Vaccination for Travel?

Travelers aged 9 months and above may be eligible for yellow fever vaccination when it is recommended for their destination or required for entry. The ICVP is used to document a valid yellow fever vaccination for international travel. 

Who Should Not Receive the Yellow Fever Vaccine?

You may be medically exempted from the live-attenuated vaccine and provided with a medical waiver/exemption letter if you:

• Are pregnant or breastfeeding. Yellow fever vaccination may require an individual risk–benefit assessment, particularly if travel to an area with a risk of yellow fever cannot be postponed. 

• Have a condition or take medication that significantly weakens the immune system. People with HIV, cancer, or other immune-related conditions should be assessed by a healthcare professional before vaccination.

• Are taking high-dose immunosuppressive medications or systemic steroids

• Have undergone an organ transplant

• Have a moderate or severe acute illness or significant fever at the time of vaccination

• Have previously experienced a severe allergic reaction to a previous dose or a vaccine component

• Adults aged 60 years and above may require an individual risk–benefit assessment before receiving yellow fever vaccine, particularly if they are being vaccinated for the first time. Age alone does not automatically mean that a traveler is exempt from vaccination requirements. 

What Happens if I Cannot Receive the Yellow Fever Vaccine?

Travelers with medical contraindications should seek advice from an appropriate healthcare professional or official travel-health authority regarding medical documentation and destination-specific entry requirements.

How Long Is the Yellow Card Valid?

A yellow fever vaccination certificate becomes valid 10 days after vaccination and remains valid for the lifetime of the vaccinated person when the vaccination is properly documented in an ICVP using a WHO-approved vaccine.

How Long Before Travel Should I Get the Yellow Fever Vaccine?

You should get the yellow fever vaccine at least 10 days before your travel date. For first-time vaccination, the International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis (ICVP), commonly called the yellow card, becomes valid 10 days after the vaccine is administered.

To avoid travel or entry complications, especially when travelling to a country that requires proof of yellow fever vaccination, book your vaccination appointment early enough to ensure your yellow card is valid before your departure.

What Documents Do I Need?

The following documents are needed to process your yellow card:

• International Passport bio-data page

• Yellow fever vaccination record if any

• Appointment booking evidence

Where Are Inocul8's Lagos Access Points?

You can visit any of the following Inocul8 access points:

Lagos Island & Lekki Axis:

• Lekki Phase 1

• Victoria Island (VI)

• Ikoyi & Banana Island

• Ikota & Chevron

• Ajah & Sangotedo

• Ibeju-Lekki

Lagos Mainland & Environs:

• Ikeja

• Surulere

• Magodo

• Festac Town

• Ago Palace Way

• Ikorodu

How Do I Book an Appointment?

Booking your appointment at Inocul8 takes just a few steps:

1. Book Online: Visit the Inocul8 Booking Portal to select your nearest location, preferred date, and convenient time slot.

2. Call or WhatsApp: Reach our care team directly at +2347063736485 or WhatsApp for inquiries and instant scheduling.

3. Email Support: Send your booking request to clinic@inocul8.com.ng

Key Summary

• The Yellow Card (ICVP) is a mandatory travel document proving yellow fever vaccination.

• It costs between ₦50,000 and ₦70,000 at Inocul8 Clinics across Lagos.

• The card becomes valid 10 days after vaccination and lasts for a lifetime.

• Travelers who cannot take the live vaccine (e.g., due to pregnancy or a weak immune system) must undergo a risk-benefit assessment for a medical exemption.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is the yellow card the same as the International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis (ICVP)?

Yes. Yellow card is an official travel document. "International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis (ICVP)" is the professional term for yellow card.

Do I need another yellow fever vaccine if I have already been vaccinated? 

A single dose of a WHO-approved yellow fever vaccine provides lifelong protection, and the International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis is valid for the lifetime of the vaccinated person under the International Health Regulations.

Can travelers take the yellow fever vaccine?

Yes. International travelers without evidence of immunity may be among those for whom yellow fever vaccination is recommended or considered, depending on their circumstances.