Step-by-Step Guide to Getting a Yellow Card (Vaccination Card) in Nigeria

If you plan to travel outside Nigeria, especially to countries in Africa, Asia, or South America, you will need a Yellow Card. This is an international vaccination certificate that proves you have received the yellow fever vaccine — a requirement for crossing many borders.

Here’s a step-by-step guide to getting your Yellow Card in Nigeria.

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📌 Step 1: Know Why You Need It

• The Yellow Card certifies that you have been vaccinated against yellow fever, a viral disease transmitted by mosquitoes.
• Many countries will deny entry or quarantine travelers without it.
• It is recognized worldwide under the World Health Organization (WHO) regulations.

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📌 Step 2: Gather Required Documents

Before applying, make sure you have:

• A valid international passport (for travelers)
• A valid phone number and email address
• Personal details (name, date of birth, nationality, etc.)

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📌 Step 3: Register Online

• Go to the official portal: https://yellowcardnigeria.com/ (Federal Ministry of Health platform).
• Create an account with your details.
• Fill out the Yellow Card application form.

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📌 Step 4: Make Payment

• Pay the official fee (₦2,000) online through the portal (via Remita or other approved options).
• Print out your payment confirmation receipt.

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📌 Step 5: Visit an Accredited Yellow Card Center

• Take your passport, payment receipt, and ID to a Port Health Services Office or designated vaccination center (often located at airports and some federal medical centers).
• A health officer will verify your documents.

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📌 Step 6: Get Vaccinated (if not already)

• If you have not been vaccinated, you will be given the yellow fever vaccine on the spot.
• If you have already been vaccinated, present proof — though in most cases, a booster shot may still be required.

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📌 Step 7: Receive Your Yellow Card

• After verification and/or vaccination, you will be issued a digital Yellow Card (plastic card with QR code).
• Keep it safe — it is valid for life after a single dose of the yellow fever vaccine.

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✅ Final Tips

• Apply at least 10 days before travel — that’s the time it takes for the vaccine to provide full protection.
• Only use the official portal and centers — fake Yellow Cards are common and can get you denied at the airport.
• The card also serves as proof for other vaccinations if recorded.
• Always carry your Yellow Card with your passport when traveling.