Travel Vaccines and Advice for the Faroe Islands
The Faroe Islands are an autonomous country under the Kingdom of Denmark. They are located about halfway from Norway and Iceland. They contain 18 main islands that span a total of 1,400 square metres.
The Faroe Islands are known for their distinct geography of large, rocky seaside cliffs and rocky terrain. Most of the coasts in the Faroe Islands are cliffs.
The population is quite small, just over 50,000. About 12,000 of that population living in the capital city of Torshavn.
The main language of the Faroe Islands is Faroese, though Dutch is also spoken.
The largest cities and towns in the Faroe Islands are Torshavn, Klaksvík, and Runavik.
Do I Need Vaccines for Faroe Islands?
Yes, some vaccines are recommended or required for Faroe Islands. The PHAC and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Faroe Islands: hepatitis A, hepatitis B, rabies, meningitis, polio, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis), chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia and influenza.
See the bullets below to learn more about some of these key immunizations:
- Hepatitis A –
Food & Water –
Recommended for most travellers - Hepatitis B –
Blood & Body Fluids –
Accelerated schedule available - Rabies –
Saliva of Infected Animals –
High risk country. Vaccine recommended for long-term travellers and those who may come in contact with animals. - Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR) –
Various Vectors –
Given to anyone unvaccinated and/or born after 1957. One time adult booster recommended. - TDAP (Tetanus, Diphtheria & Pertussis) –
Wounds & Airborne –
Only one adult booster of pertussis required. - Chickenpox –
Direct Contact & Airborne –
Given to those unvaccinated that did not have chickenpox. - Shingles –
Direct Contact –
Vaccine can still be given if you have had shingles. - Pneumonia –
Airborne –
Two vaccines given seperately. All 65+ or immunocompromised should receive both. - Influenza –
Airborne –
Vaccine components change annually. - Meningitis –
Airborne & Direct Contact –
Given to anyone unvaccinated or at an increased risk, especially students. - Polio –
Food & Water –
Considered a routine vaccination for most travel itineraries. Single adult booster recommended.
See the tables below for more information:
Recommended Travel Vaccinations for Faroe Islands |
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| VACCINE | HOW DISEASE SPREADS | DETAILS |
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| Hepatitis A | Food & Water | Recommended for most travellers |
| Hepatitis B | Blood & Body Fluids | Accelerated schedule available |
| Rabies | Saliva of Infected Animals | High risk country. Vaccine recommended for long-term travellers and those who may come in contact with animals. |
Routine Vaccinations for Faroe Islands |
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| VACCINE | HOW DISEASE SPREADS | DETAILS |
|---|---|---|
| Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR) | Various Vectors | Given to anyone unvaccinated and/or born after 1957. One time adult booster recommended. |
| TDAP (Tetanus, Diphtheria & Pertussis) | Wounds & Airborne | Only one adult booster of pertussis required. |
| Chickenpox | Direct Contact & Airborne | Given to those unvaccinated that did not have chickenpox. |
| Shingles | Direct Contact | Vaccine can still be given if you have had shingles. |
| Pneumonia | Airborne | Two vaccines given seperately. All 65+ or immunocompromised should receive both. |
| Influenza | Airborne | Vaccine components change annually. |
| Meningitis | Airborne & Direct Contact | Given to anyone unvaccinated or at an increased risk, especially students. |
| Polio | Food & Water | Considered a routine vaccination for most travel itineraries. Single adult booster recommended. |
To find out more about these vaccines, see our vaccinations page. Ready to travel safely? Book your appointment either call or start booking online now.
Do I Need a Visa or Passport for the Faroe Islands?
As a territory of Denmark, the Faroe Islands follow similar entry rules. Tourist visas are not required for stays under 90 days.
Faroe Islands Entry Requirements |
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| Do I Need A… | For My Trip to Faroe Islands? | |
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| Business Visa | ||
| Vaccinations | ||
Sources: Embassy of Denmark and Government of Canada
What Is the Climate Like in the Faroe Islands?
The Faroe Islands have at Maritime Subarctic climate with cool summers and mild winters. Summer temperatures are around 10 with winters averaging at freezing.
Due to its latitude, the Faroe Islands experience drastic changes in sunlight throughout the year. In the summer months, the sun can stay out for 19 hours a day. During the winter it can stay out for as low as five hours a day.
How Safe Are the Faroe Islands?
There is almost no crime in the Faroe Islands and it is probably one of the safest countries in the world to travel to.
If a crime occurs while travelling, remember that local authorities are responsible for investigating and prosecuting crime.
Hiking in the Faroe Islands
The Faroe Islands’ breathtaking landscape makes for a hiker’s paradise.
There are hiking trails all over the Faroe Islands, with most of the paths being old village paths. When they were used as village paths, the paths were marked by cairns (or piles of stones). Most of these cairns still remain today, marking your hiking path for you.
If you decide to go hiking in the Faroe Islands always make sure to practice safety first. Try not to hike alone, but if you do, make sure someone knows where you are going. Be aware of the weather and don’t go out if the weather looks treacherous. Lastly, don’t get too close to the large ocean cliffs, especially if they are wet and slippery.
What Should I Take To The Faroe Islands?
Here are some essential items to consider for your trip to the Faroe Islands:
- A windbreaker is recommended. It can be extremely windy, so you need to bring a windbreaker jacket during any time of year. You should also find one that is rainproof.
- Due to the wind, a hat, scarve and gloves you are great to include.
- If you’re planning on hiking while in the Faroe Islands, bring proper hiking boots.
- The air can get dry in the Faroe Islands, bring moisturizer.
Canadian Embassy in the Faroe Islands
If travellers face issues or have concerns while travelling throughout the country, contact or visit the Canadian Embassy.
There is no Canadian embassy in the Faroe Islands, but it is served by the embassy in Copenhagen.
Canadian Embassy in Copenhagen
Kristen Bernikowsgade 1,
1105 Copenhagen K., Denmark
Telephone: 45 33 48 32 00
Email: copen@international.gc.ca
If you have any questions about travelling to Faroe Islands or are wondering what shots you may need for your trip, schedule an appointment with your local Passport Health travel medicine clinic. Call us at or book online now and protect yourself today.
On This Page:
Do I Need Vaccines for Faroe Islands?
Do I Need a Visa or Passport for the Faroe Islands?
What Is the Climate Like in the Faroe Islands?
How Safe Are the Faroe Islands?
Hiking in the Faroe Islands
What Should I Take To The Faroe Islands?
Canadian Embassy in the Faroe Islands
